So Wide the Sky (The Women's West Series, Book 1)

Elizabeth Grayson

Feb 2015 · The Women's West Series Book 1 · ePublishing Works!

About this ebook

Having survived nine years as a Kiowa captive, Cassandra Morgan is traded back to the whites. Tattooed and emotionally scarred, Cassandra faces a life she hardly remembers.

Two men attempt to understand her pain: the half-Indian scout Lone Hunter Jalbert, and her childhood sweetheart cavalry Captain Drew Reynolds who was left for dead in the attack that killed both their families and who has sworn retribution.

Torn between two worlds and two men, Cassie must learn anew the true meaning of love, courage and forgiveness.

AWARDS:
Winner, Romance Communication Reviewers Award
First Place, Wisconsin Romance Writers "Right Touch" Readers' Award.

REVIEWS:
"Ms. Grayson creates an emotional powerhouse... Superb!" ~Rendezvous.

"...a compelling novel chock-full of western detail." ~Margot Mifflin, author of the non-fiction book The Blue Tattoo: The Life of Olive Oatman, on whom the main character of So Wide the Sky is based.

THE WOMEN'S WEST SERIES, in series order
So Wide the Sky
Color of the Wind
A Place Called Home
Painted by the Sun
Moon in the Water
Bride of the Wilderness

Ratings and reviews

What an epic read. I adored Cassie and Hunter, not forgetting little Meggie. Poor Drew was such a tortured man. Cassie was so brave and her courage and determination made her one of my favourate characters. I loved reading about the history of the period in which the story was set and I found all the descriptions of the Indians and their culture very interesting.

Set in the mid-1800s, this dramatic story keeps one in suspense throughout. It is a rare person who does not have to deal with rejection or the need for acceptance. Having been captured by the Kiowa and tattooed, thereby putting their mark on her, Cassie is finally rescued. However having to endure intense discrimination as a result of living with Indians, she finds it difficult to assimilate with the life she once knew. Her experiences have made her stronger and more resilient and thus when faced with new pain and difficulties, she is able to take action and hold her own. One can understand Drew's anger and resentment, following the tragedy early in their lives, but it has tainted his life and the decisions he makes. Growing up as a half-breed, Lone Hunter has understanding for Cassie's predicament, but whilst he loves her, he knows that she is not his to keep. Steeped in history, this novel gives one insights into the hardships of the early settlers, as well as a beautiful picture painted in words of the landscape. This book is well written but painful to read, however it does come to a peaceful close. I received this book for free from eBook Discovery. I voluntarily post this review. This is my honest review.

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About the author

Award-winning author Elizabeth Grayson has always loved stories of adventure and romance. Upon retiring from teaching, she began writing full time. Elizabeth lives in the mid-west with her husband and cat, love traveling and is an avid photographer and knitter. www.elizbethgrayson.com