""A Madonna of the Desert"" is a novel by Elia W. Peattie. The story is set in the American Southwest and follows the life of a young woman named Consuelo. She is a Mexican immigrant who has settled in the desert region with her family. Consuelo is a devout Catholic and her faith is central to her life. She is known for her beauty and her kind heart, and she becomes a symbol of hope and inspiration to the people of her community. The novel explores themes of faith, love, and family. Consuelo's devotion to her religion is tested when she falls in love with a Protestant man named John. Their relationship is complicated by their religious differences and the disapproval of their families. Meanwhile, Consuelo's brother is involved in a dangerous gang and her family is struggling to make ends meet. As Consuelo navigates these challenges, she becomes a beacon of strength and compassion for those around her. The novel paints a vivid picture of the harsh desert landscape and the cultural traditions of the Southwest. It is a moving story of faith and love in the face of adversity.THIS 48 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Under the Sunset: Harper's Novelettes, by Elia W. Peattie. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1419165313.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.