As the eastern shores began to fill with the new settlers, they demanded Andrew Jackson to sign the Treaty of New Echota, in 1838 forcing the Cherokee to the uninhabited land in the Oklahoma Territory, on the “Trail of Tears" Winters was cold, waters frozen. Many died of starvation and disease. Thus, began the new novel by Anna Rose. Her life story spans from 1838 to the present day and is a recount of the trials and tribulations. Life growing up with five brothers, one sister, a god-fearing mother, and a loving father. A devastating relationship. marriage, divorce, an alcoholic husband, losing parents and siblings. Relationship, a marriage that did not work, and cancer to name a few. She overcomes all obstacles through the love of her daughters, new husband, and holding steadfast to God. The Petal From The Rose is a moving account of a girl’s journey from innocence to experience | A Petal From The Rose by Anna Rose, Hardcover | Indigo Chapters