In Voice in the Wilderness, Margaret embarks on an adventurous journey, leaving the comfort of her family home to pursue her dream of becoming a school teacher in the untamed lands of early Arizona. A twist of fate leads her to step off her warm and familiar train at an unexpected stop, plunging her into the breathtaking wildness and vibrant life of the vast West, where she encounters its fascinating inhabitants and the challenges of a new way of life. (Summary by JaneAusten7)