Life on the Nebraska Territory prairie was difficult at all times, but including possible problems with the Indians made it a very harsh environment indeed. Johnny Miller and his family learn first-hand how dangerous it could be when Johnny and several other white children are stolen by the Sioux. Johnny promises himself that someday he will make it back to his family, and he will try to get the others back as well. Will he be able to do what he hopes to do? Read on to see how Johnny faces his ordeal.