WHISPERS UPON THE WATER


Connie Vines
Hard Shell Word Factory
ISBN:0-7599-0184-3
January 2001
Sweet Historical Romance/YA
Setting: 1860 New Mexico


Tanayia, an Apache girl, has just lain down to sleep after a day of ceremonies of becoming a woman, when her grandfather awakens her. They are being attacked by renegade soldiers. As Tanayia runs for cover a soldier reaches and grabs her, putting her across his saddle. Now her story begins, from captivity to living in an orphanage. It is there she meets Anna Thunder and Jacob Five-Wounds.

Anna Thunder, a Comanche, and Tanayia, an Apache, could never be friends because their tribes were always in battle. Can Anna and Tanayia put their tribal differences behind them and help each other survive the brutal ways of the orphanage?

Jacob Five-Wounds, a young brave, and the other braves are separated from the girls by a large wooden fence. Since their accidental meeting by the fence, Jacob has not been able to remove Tanayia from his thoughts. What surprises await Tanayia and Jacob?

WHISPERS UPON THE WATER is a novel overflowing with action, suspense, and historical facts. What a treat to read a well crafted story and learn about Indian history at the same time! Connie Vines is commended for her excellent research abilities.

The descriptions are so vivid, one can't help but paint a colorful picture as you read. The atrocities committed against the American Indians create a melancholy era we must never forget. Ms. Vines skillfully constructs her characters, and the plot. History facts add an exquisite touch. WHISPERS UPON THE WATER is a great edition to add to your E-Book collection.



Reviewed By Cliff Leach

June Reviews

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