Set in the American Southwest, this novel explores the theme of cultural conflict between Native American and Anglo-American communities. The story focuses on the struggle of a young Navajo girl to assert her identity and overcome prejudice in a changing world. Along with a compelling plot, the book offers vivid descriptions of the desert landscape and its inhabitants.

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