Grace Harlowe's Overland Riders Among the Kentucky Mountaineers

"Grace Harlowe's Overland Riders Among the Kentucky Mountaineers" by Josephine Chase is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story follows Grace Harlowe and her friends, known as the Overland Riders, as they embark on an adventurous camping trip through the Kentucky Mountains. As they navigate the wild terrain and encounter quirky characters, they also become embroiled in dangerous situations involving local mountaineers. The beginning of the book introduces readers to the Overland Riders as they set up camp, showcasing their dynamic relationships and humorous interactions. Grace leads the group with confidence, while Washington, their colored assistant, provides comic relief through his antics. An unexpected incident occurs when a mule kicks Washington, prompting laughter from the group and setting the tone for their adventure. As they delve deeper into the mountains, they meet a mysterious man who brings both intrigue and foreboding, hinting at challenges that lie ahead, including potential confrontations with suspicious locals. The early chapters establish a mix of camaraderie, humor, and suspense, foreshadowing the trials the characters will face in their journey. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Jessie Graham Flower is a pseudonym for American author Josephine Chase. Born about 1878 in Pennsylvania to Edward H. Chase and Mary Arrner Chase. Chase was the author of the popular Grace Harlowe series of 27 books for girls, written between 1910 and 1924. The books fall into four separate series, including a high school series, college series, Overseas series, and Overland Riders series. Chase died February 8, 1931, in Philadelphia. She never married and was survived by her sister, Edna Chase.