A Daughter of the Sioux: A Tale of the Indian frontier

** "A Daughter of the Sioux: A Tale of the Indian Frontier" by Charles King is a book that pulls readers back to the American frontier in the 1800s, where soldiers and Native American tribes face off. The story centers on Lieutenant Beverly Field, torn between doing his job and his growing feelings for Esther Dade. The arrival of Nanette Flower makes everything more intense at Fort Frayne because she quickly gets the attention of Field and others, making Esther jealous. The story kicks off with Major Webb and Lieutenant Field dealing with the lieutenant often wanting to leave to be with Esther. There is a feeling that something big is about to happen, not just in the fort, but also with the Sioux, who present a growing threat. The complicated relationships, especially between Field, Esther, and Nanette, hint that there will be some tough times ahead that will affect the entire story. **