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Liked It “I read this novel three times. I was completely captivated and the author drew me into the love story. It is one I will read again. Very few novels have the ability to touch me in a way this one did. |
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“I read this novel three times. I was completely captivated and the author drew me into the love story. It is one I will read again. Very few novels have the ability to touch me in a way this one did.
Lorhainne Eckhart wrote this review 2 days ago. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
I would recommend this story to everyone.”
“This was an awesome book!! So interesting; keeps you wanting to know what will happen next.”
Aurelia F wrote this review Tuesday, November 10 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“Really enjoyed this FICTION account of a real kidnapping of Cynthia Parker by Indians in the 1800's.”
Gail S wrote this review Monday, June 29 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“This Book Is one of my abasolute All time Favorites.... it covers the life time of Cynthia ann Parker, a young girl captured by an Indian tribe whom she grows to love and spends her life with. As the freedom of her peoplpe is cut short it tells the story from the veiw point of the conquered in a way that has made me absolutly fall in love with this book, I wouldn't recomend it for a young reader since it does have some pretty graphic scenes. But it should be safe for a mature reader to enjoy”
Zachary H wrote this review Friday, March 27 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“Attila said: 4 stars
Play Book Tag Shelf wrote this review Tuesday, March 3 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
I don't normally read "westerns", but a co-worker recommended this book. I'm glad he did--this was a wonderful novel. While the book is definitely historical in context and based largely on the life of Cynthia Ann Parker, I think the tag historical fiction suits the book better. Nonetheless, it gave me a wonderful sense of what the last days of the Comanche must have been like, as well as insight into how the settlers felt about the Native Americans. A sad story (as most Native American historical accounts are), but one worth telling. I certainly have a better understanding of the Native American culture, for which I'm thankful. The interesting part is that, while the book makes it clear what destroyed the Native Americans' way of life, it does so in a fairly balanced way. The history is a lot more complex than I knew. A long read, but enjoyable and eye-opening. Also a great way to get the feel of a history without reading a boring textbook!
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“I don't normally read "westerns", but a co-worker recommended this book. I'm glad he did--this was a wonderful novel. While the book is definitely historical in context and based largely on the life of Cynthia Ann Parker, I think the tag historical fiction suits the book better. Nonetheless, it gave me a wonderful sense of what the last days of the Comanche must have been like, as well as insight into how the settlers felt about the Native Americans. A sad story (as most Native American historical accounts are), but one worth telling. I certainly have a better understanding of the Native American culture, for which I'm thankful. The interesting part is that, while the book makes it clear what destroyed the Native Americans' way of life, it does so in a fairly balanced way. The history is a lot more complex than I knew. A long read, but enjoyable and eye-opening. Also a great way to get the feel of a history without reading a boring textbook!”
Attila wrote this review Monday, March 2 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“One of the best books I have ever read.I could not put it down, I still have this book,just cant let it go.Based on a true story and it will have you in tears at times. A must read!!!”
Kattie wrote this review Friday, September 19 2008. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“This one made me bawl too, which is why its memorable. Wanderer...sigh. Love him. I haven't reread this since I was a teenager. I don't know if it would hold up. But it will forever hold a special place in my heart for having made me stay up until three in the morning with a flashlight under my covers, crying, and hoping that Wanderer and his Blue Eyes would be reunited. ”
muffinkath7 wrote this review Monday, July 21 2008. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“I was concerned that this would be a stereotypical depiction of the clash between white settlers and Native Americans, but I was wrong. It was interesting, thought provoking and educational. The plot was slightly predictable, but not enough to make it boring.”
Bee E wrote this review Thursday, June 26 2008. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“A story about Cynthia Ann Parker, captured as a little girl and raised by Comanches as one of them. Well written, lots of fascinating detail, but (in my view) overly sympathetic to the Comanches.
Dac C wrote this review Wednesday, June 18 2008. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
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