It's book five, the grand finale in a western series that I wish would go on forever.
The main character, Hector Martin, is a good, old-fashioned hero. He's daring, adventuresome, and there's not much he can't overcome. Still, the frontier throws plenty of trouble his way. While this character takes center stage, what I love about this book and the series is the focus on family. The wilderness itself feels like a character in the series.
If you love frontier and pioneer fiction, mountain man stories, classic westerns, or gripping adventures, like me, this book/series is for you.
And, it has a buffalo on the cover! So, I knew I'd love it.
The only treasure in this land is water...Running from an Indian war party, Heck hunkers down in a cluster of boulders sheltering the only water for miles—and several strangers awaiting the impending siege.Here, Heck will make his stand, facing not only the war party but also danger from within. Because as temperatures rise and water dwindles, the deadly forces of fear, greed, and stubborn pride pit him against the very people he’s fighting to save.Heck’s Stand is a classic Western with a touch of romance. It’s perfect for fans of C.J. Petit and R.O. Lane.“John Deacon writes the kind of…
This wholesome young family's story is captivating.
There are loads of heartaches and disasters along the way. A tragic separation early in the book was hard to overcome. The plot took unexpected twists and turns. Then, the book had a very satisfying end, which I can't say too much about for fear of spoiling the story.
It reminded me of Little House on the Prairie, with its values and focus on family. Only, this is farther west, a bit later in time, and more dramatic. I love stories that showcase surviving the hardships on the frontier. This installment was my favorite in the series, and I'm hoping there's plenty more on the way.
I thoroughly enjoyed this heartwarming historical novel.
Megan's Promise By Yvette BlakeBook Three in the Cassie's Legacy Series Join the unforgettable journey of love, faith, and resilience on the American frontier with Yvette Blake's "Cassie's Legacy" series. Following the success of "Cassie's Miracle" and "Cassie's Blessings," Yvette Blake presents the captivating third installment, "Megan's Promise."About the Series:In "Cassie's Miracle," readers were introduced to young Cassie Black, who, after a tragic loss, embarked on a courageous journey to find solace and hope in Cheyenne, Wyoming. With the help of Edward, she discovered that love and community could create miracles even in the darkest times."Cassie's Blessings" continued the saga,…
Reading this book felt exactly like the cover promised.
The setting is cool, the plot is wonderful, but it is the quirky "hero" that made this unique book so much fun to read. The description says it better than I can: Obadiah "Bushwa" Sparks, a banjo-playing scalawag with a talent for staying alive..." Here's to the scalawag!
If you like captivating westerns, add this one to your reading list pile. I'm glad I did.
From the bestselling author of Old Dogs and The Accidental Sheriff comes the captivating Western novel, Bushwa!
In the rugged expanse of the New Mexico Territory in 1862, two unlikely friends emerge from the chaos of the Civil War. Obadiah “Bushwa" Sparks, a banjo-playing scalawag with a talent for staying alive, and Win Evans, an earnest Iowa farmboy, embark on a new adventure together but just as quickly find themselves compelled to part ways.
While Bushwa must navigate survival amongst the Apache, Win becomes entangled in a web of espionage and romance . . . a life far from his…
Embark on a harrowing trek across the rugged American frontier in 1850. Your wagon awaits, and the untamed wilderness calls. This epic western adventure will test the mettle of even the bravest souls.
Dorcas Moon and her family set forth in search of opportunity and a brighter future. Yet, what awaits them is a relentless gauntlet of life-threatening challenges: miserable weather, ravenous insects, scorching sunburns, and unforgiving terrain. It's not merely a battle for survival but a test of their unity and sanity.
Amidst the chaos, Dorcas faces ceaseless trials: her husband's unending bickering, her daughter's descent into madness, and the ever-present danger of lethal rattlesnakes, intensifying the peril with each step. The specter of death looms large, with diseases spreading and the eerie howls of rabid wolves piercing the night. Will the haunting image of wolves desecrating a grave push Dorcas over the edge?
With each mile, the migration poses a haunting question: Who will endure the relentless quest to cross the continent, and who will leave their bones to rest beside the trail? The pathway is bordered by graves, a chilling reminder of the steep cost of dreams.
A Grave Every Mile marks the commencement of an unforgettable saga. Start reading Ghosts Along the Oregon Trail now to immerse yourself in an expedition where every decision carries the weight of life, death, and the pursuit of a brighter future along the Oregon Trail.
