The Wilder Life

Like many American children, I read and loved the Little House books by Laura Ingalls Wilder. I still remember finding her books in my elementary school library when I was about seven years old. I remember thinking “oh, this author has the same name as me!” As silly as that sounds, it was why I first pulled Little House on the Prairie from my library’s shelves.

I can’t remember if I read all of the books or not. I’m pretty sure I did not read Farmer Boy (a book about boys? Boooring!). But, I loved them just the same. As does Wendy Mc Clure whose book, The Wilder Life: My Adventures in the Lost World of Little House on the Prairie, I am currently listening to. The author takes us along as she revisits the Little House books she loved as a child. From learning how to churn butter to her trips to the various Little House home sites. Her adventure is lighthearted and often funny as she meets other fans who are just as obsessed with the Little House books as she is.

Teri Clark Linden’s narration really enhances the book. She brings excitement and life to McClure’s adventures. If you loved the Little House books as a kid, try The Wilder Life. It’s a fun trip down memory lane!

-L.T.