Little Sure Shot

by Matt Ralphs

An inspiring novel based on the incredible life of sharpshooting star Annie Oakley.

Annie’s family work hard to survive on their Ohio farm. Annie’s happiest when hunting game with her pa, and she doesn’t care one bit that it’s not the kind of thing girls are meant to do. When tragedy strikes, the family is thrown into deepest poverty. Until one day, Annie dares to pick up Pa’s old rifle, and find a way to feed her starving family.

As the family’s fortunes worsen, Annie is sent away to work, and life becomes an ever greater struggle. Yet Annie has the courage and pluck to survive – and her brilliance with a rifle starts to gain her more than just turkeys for the pot. Can Annie’s amazing skills take her all the way to fame and fortune?
 

292 pages, Paperback

Published May 21, 2024

Reviews

[Catherine · Rating 4 out of 5]

A beautiful and inspiring story of grit and determination. Annie was ahead of her time and blazed a trail for women. A very worthwhile book that encourages you to live your gifts and passions in life.

[Emily · Rating 4 out of 5]

I love any books to do with Annie Oakley and her journey, particularly during childhood, so this one was an absolute delight! I'll definitely be reading it again!

[Wendy Woof · Rating 5 out of 5]

Incredible. I cried buckets at the deaths. But the romance was oh so sweet!

[Julianna Hasebroock · Rating 5 out of 5]

Awesomest part of this book? She was a real lady. Man, I wish I could have been her friend. Incredible story infused with truth and with strong, lovable characters.