Linda L. Roberts is the author of Burnt Offerings and the daughter of Betty Lou Ross-Hunt. She grew up in New Meadows, Idaho, in a logging family, where she developed a passion for nature and storytelling. Linda is married to Dave Roberts, and they have a son named Timothy, with two grandchildren named River and Quinn. Her mother's tales of bravery and resilience inspired her to tell this story, which celebrates not only her mother's life but also the community, generation, and era. Linda's storytelling makes the book more than a historical account, blending history, family, and nature into a tale that delves into the memories of a daughter and her enduring love for her roots.