02203cam a22003133u 4500 27475 UtSlPG 20260610133628.0 m cr n 260607r2008||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PS Ryan, Marah Ellis, 1866-1934 That Girl Montana Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2008 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2008-12-09 Produced by Roger Frank and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net "That Girl Montana" by Marah Ellis Ryan is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story is set against the backdrop of the untamed American West, situated primarily in the Kootenai River area, and revolves around a young girl named 'Tana, who comes to be connected with a murder mystery and the complexities of her interactions with the local community, including both Native Americans and white settlers. The opening portion introduces a cast of characters engaged in discussions about 'Tana, who is presumed to be linked to the murder of Lee Holly, a notorious man in the area. The narrative unfolds with two strangers observing her, admiring her unconventional beauty and boldness amidst the wilderness. As the story progresses, we see glimpses of 'Tana's independent spirit, her swimming prowess, and her reluctance to fit into the established societal norms. In her interactions with Dan Overton, a man intrigued by her character, we sense her desire to escape the constraints of both her past and the gaze of judgment from the civilized world. This early setup creates a compelling premise for exploring themes of identity, belonging, and the challenges of youth in a rapidly changing world. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Western stories Montana -- Fiction https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/27475 68384 68384