An historical novel recounting the interactions between Trask, a white settler on the Oregon Coast, and Kilchis, Native American chief of the KillamooAn historical novel recounting the interactions between Trask, a white settler on the Oregon Coast, and Kilchis, Native American chief of the Killamook tribe. Takes place in 1848. Outstanding in its analysis of Native American culture, in the recounting of complex relational struggles. The ending was outside my realm of experience or comfort zone... :) If not for the ending, I easily would have given it four stars. ...more
Probably enjoyed and appreciated this even more than Ender's Game. Takes place in roughly the same time period telling most of the same events as EndeProbably enjoyed and appreciated this even more than Ender's Game. Takes place in roughly the same time period telling most of the same events as Ender's Game, but from a different character's perspective. Maturity of author shows. Very creative, good contrast and partnership between the main characters of each novel. Even though the author says both could stand on their own, I would definitely read Ender's Game before this....more
Enjoyable read! What I liked best was the author's skill in portraying a really brilliant child and doing it convincingly, not woodenly. Enjoyable read! What I liked best was the author's skill in portraying a really brilliant child and doing it convincingly, not woodenly. ...more
I really enjoyed this look at Lincoln through a thorough analysis of several of his key speeches. It started slow, but once I got into it a bit, it drI really enjoyed this look at Lincoln through a thorough analysis of several of his key speeches. It started slow, but once I got into it a bit, it drew me in well. The author offers helpful analysis and excellent historical detail. ...more
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