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They settled in north dakota and began a new life on a new farm. Bjornson flourished in this environment as have the likes of kenny garrett, james carter, geri allen, rodney whitaker and bob hurst to name only a few. Wide open by larry bjornson, 9781410460585, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Spur award for best ya novel of 20, 20 western fictioneers award, 2012.
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