Chipeta was the wife, confidant, and advisor to Chief Ouray of the Tabeguache band of Ute Indians who lived in the mountain regions of Colorado. As Ute life was changed by the gold rush invasion, Chipeta became an advocate for peace between the Utes, the miners and settlers who entered Ute lands, and the government. After Ouray's death in 1880, Chipeta continued as a leader of her people through times of challenge and hardship until her death in 1924. Chipeta was respected as a wise woman by both Utes and non-Indian people. A biography for middle grade readers.