SOLVED. Set in Texas in either the late 1800's or early 1900's about a woman's life and experiences of the times. [s]

[Dawn]

I have been looking everywhere for the title of this book and have not had any luck. The female author's name is on the tip of my tongue but I just can't think of it. I know her mother is an intentional homeless person if she's still alive. The fictional story begins in Texas in the late 1800's or early 1900's. It told of folks living there not having inside plumbing and most everyone rode horses for transportation. A woman is the center of the story where when we meet her, she's a girl stranded in a tree with her little sister during a storm where water is rising. The author takes us through this girl's life taking us with her to Chicago, her work career as well as her loves. I hope this sounds familiar to someone who knows the title and/or author. Thank you so much!

[Lobstergirl, au gratin]

What is an intentional homeless person?

[Dawn]

An intentional homeless person is someone who chooses to be that instead of circumstances making a person become homeless. I hope that helps you understand what I meant.

[Lobstergirl, au gratin]

Dawn, are you still looking for this or did you find it?

[Dawn]

Hi Lobstergirl! Oh, wow, it's been since 2018! Yes, I did find it and now it is part of my library, thank you!

[Lobstergirl, au gratin]

Super. Tell us the author and title and then we can shelve it for the group.

[Dawn]

Jeanette Walls wrote "Half Broke Horses," a true-life novel.

[Rainbowheart]

Half Broke Horses for the link.