Lesley Thomas (1)

I found this story interesting and enjoyable — interesting in the contrasting of cultures and settings, and shared human proclivities, good and bad; and enjoyable in the accomplished writing, good character studies, and creative down-to-earth plot. I especially liked many of the sprinkled insights, and ecological aspect. There is a good bit in this story, camouflaged in the plot interactions and flights of fancy, that should resonate with readers.

That, though I tended to nod off during show more some of the ups and downs of romance passages, I did chuckle at an innovative, shamanistic inclusion of a bear spirit in one such scene. Also, at times the story seemed a bit drawn out, but not so much that I skimmed over portions. show less

Loved this book! It is an excellent read for anyone who is interested in Alaska. Since I come from a Native American background, I enjoyed this novel very much. Highly recommended to all.

This award-winning literary novel has timely themes of climate change, Big Oil, indigenous spirituality, war, cultural and environmental loss and healing.
It is studied at Boston University (theology department), University of Alaska (English department -world literature) and The International School of Shamanism in Atlanta. It has been chosen by book clubs across the world, from Quebec to Ireland to Australia.

For rave reviews by Native Alaskans, top anthropologists, theologians, shamans, show more birders, peace activists, scientists, environmentalists, feminists, English professors, professional book critics and general readers, see our author website http://www.lesleythomas.alaskawriters.com show less