On the Long Trail Home Author:Elisabeth J. Sterart Meli hasn't seen her older brother, Tahlikwa, since the day when the soldiers drove them away from their home. For months now, in the long stockade and during the tiring journey, she has wondered whether Tahlikwa is alive. So when she sees him one morning, she doesn't hesitate. Ignoring the soldiers and their guns, she runs toward her brother. T... more »ogether they escape the forced march of the Cherokee and head for the mountains. But Tahlikwa is badly wounded. He can hardly walk. With the soldiers hot on their trail, it is up to Meli to bring her and her brother safely home.« less