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When sixteen year old Cat's mother is sent to prison in the fall of 1998, she is forced to leave the streets of Phoenix, Arizona to go live with her grandmother whom she has never met, in a remote mountain valley in Northern California. After a devastating incident, Cat is taken in by nurse/midwife Emma Cassady, and becomes an integral, yet controversial part of her circle of horsewomen friends, Midnight, Lilly, Clare and Briar. Emma's decision to foster the troubled girl, disrupts her serene life, as do her feelings for a man who broke her heart decades ago.
Lilly, blindsided by change, and her fragile sister Clare must deal with their aging mother, Dora, who is leading a secret life at the local nursing home. Midnight, culture keeper for her small tribe is forced to face the truth abouther only son; while Briar, a fearless horsewoman and trainer becomes the circle's greatest teacher. Over the course of a year, these authentic women and their ties to their families, animals, their pristine wild environment and each other, inspire an unforgettable story that will be passed from friend to friend and mother to daughter.
Lilly, blindsided by change, and her fragile sister Clare must deal with their aging mother, Dora, who is leading a secret life at the local nursing home. Midnight, culture keeper for her small tribe is forced to face the truth abouther only son; while Briar, a fearless horsewoman and trainer becomes the circle's greatest teacher. Over the course of a year, these authentic women and their ties to their families, animals, their pristine wild environment and each other, inspire an unforgettable story that will be passed from friend to friend and mother to daughter.
349 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 2011
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Melinda Field
4 books47 followersMelinda Field is an award winning writer/poet/playwright who lives in the mountains of Northern California. A version of her short story The Ledge, excerpted from True, was an award winner in the Lorian Hemingway International Short Story Competition. She has authored three sets of wisdom cards with photographic artist Lani Phillips, that were created to inspire and empower women of all ages on a daily basis. They are Wisdom of the Crone, Wonder of the Mother and The Journey. The cards can be viewed at www.wisewomenink.com. Melinda is currently working on a sequel to True.
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June 17, 2013
This is a lovely and captivating book. It is both heartbreaking and uplifting. Melinda Field writes with depth and wisdom. The structure and flow of the book is unique and wonderful. It really enhances the overall theme of the book.
The characters in this book are rich and diverse. Each possesses incredible strength and integrity in very individual ways. I loved watching them change gradually as they dealt with their individual struggles. I enjoyed watching how they interacted and supported each other as well. Perhaps most of all, I really appreciated the way each faced her vulnerabilities with courage. I respected all of them very much because of this.
This is an excellent book and a very worthy read. I was touched by each of the women and from the book overall. I would recommend this book to anybody who enjoys quality fiction. I hope that Ms. Field will continue sharing her wisdom through quality books like True.
The characters in this book are rich and diverse. Each possesses incredible strength and integrity in very individual ways. I loved watching them change gradually as they dealt with their individual struggles. I enjoyed watching how they interacted and supported each other as well. Perhaps most of all, I really appreciated the way each faced her vulnerabilities with courage. I respected all of them very much because of this.
This is an excellent book and a very worthy read. I was touched by each of the women and from the book overall. I would recommend this book to anybody who enjoys quality fiction. I hope that Ms. Field will continue sharing her wisdom through quality books like True.
February 27, 2013
There are those stories that we dive into, only to to find ourselves face to face, with the memory of our deepest joys and unfathomable fears. True is that book. Day after day as I opened the book to continue on the journey, I realized how much I yearned for the friendship and security that the women in this story experienced with one another. Melinda’s writing transported me from my quiet room, into the deep forests and the open fields, into the darkness of abuse and the cocoon like comfort of Emma's farm. I was brought to tears and laughter, this book made me feel emotions I had kept tucked neatly away. There is a healing beauty about it all...and what I loved was I was there, with each word, each emotion, the entire story unfolded so vividly in my mind...all I can say is bring on that sequel Melinda and for God's sake someone please bring this story to the big screen!!! Thank you my friend~
November 29, 2013
I won this book on First Reads. This book was excellent from start to finish. I could not put it down. I cried multiple times and wish the story could continue. There is so much more I would love to know.....
December 6, 2011
What a wonderful, descriptive book. This group of women, their cares and fears come to life. The environment is clear. The book goes through the year describing the cycle of life in this Northern California, mountainous, rural town. It's easy to feel comfortable with the idea of living in such a remote location.
This is also a challenging book. It deals with small town prejudice toward outsiders, Native Americans, and the problems of teens. The politics of having strings pulled in a town this size are clear.
The strength of all the women in this book is inspiring.
This is also a challenging book. It deals with small town prejudice toward outsiders, Native Americans, and the problems of teens. The politics of having strings pulled in a town this size are clear.
The strength of all the women in this book is inspiring.
January 5, 2013
Excellent Read!! Superbly written story that takes place in one of the most beautiful scenic locations on the west coast!! A very real story with People you feel you all ready know, dealing with lifes many challenges. Every range of emotion was experienced reading this book. As you travel through the lives of the many valuable quality characters in this read your heart will sometimes ache, cheer, fill with anger, be Thankful, pray for justice and most of all HOPE!! Hope that every one will come out the other side a surviver and Heal!
October 11, 2024
So mixed feelings here, Maybe 3-4 for me at this time. I think partially because i have read so many books about the resiliency of women, especially when bonded together, it starts to feel cliche. And books of all the problems that can beset them - violence, marital abuse, cancer… mourned love ones. heartbreak. It’s got dreams and broken dreams. She throws it all in. But the story is engaging if at times…predictable and maybe pervasive in novels.
I had trouble with the location. First, i know this area - 300 miles north of San Francisco puts you into the northern-most county, where my family lived for many years. And I did the Grayhound experience up the Central Valley many a time to recognize her description….ugh! Had to laugh at “were stations located in the worst neighborhoods, or had bad neighborhoods sprung up around them?” Because i have been to that station!! And yep, “Mt Cloud” is Shasta… The naming was weird, everything changed, to “protect the innocent” lol, and to give artistic freedom in descriptions. But what was unbelievable was the bus leaving the highway town to the mountain road that twisted its narrow way (yep, been on that road) that no way the bus would be detouring to - even without the “unmaintained in winter” status. Anyhow… unbelievable stuff really irks me. Makes me wonder how well she knows the area. Just could have had someone pick the girl up in the ‘big town’. But yes, there could be similar communities in that area, in fact there are, but probably even farther off the freeway to fit the story.
Back to the story. There are a wide variety of women, all pretty evolved or open to evolving ( 😉) . Women of various ages, generic white and Native Americans. Beautiful horses. A little something for everyone. Even a couple of decent men. It can be heartwarming, and fun even at times, despite the extreme heartbreaking issues. Ye haw Sisters? Loved that, and their campouts sounded delightful! So maybe read and enjoy.
I had trouble with the location. First, i know this area - 300 miles north of San Francisco puts you into the northern-most county, where my family lived for many years. And I did the Grayhound experience up the Central Valley many a time to recognize her description….ugh! Had to laugh at “were stations located in the worst neighborhoods, or had bad neighborhoods sprung up around them?” Because i have been to that station!! And yep, “Mt Cloud” is Shasta… The naming was weird, everything changed, to “protect the innocent” lol, and to give artistic freedom in descriptions. But what was unbelievable was the bus leaving the highway town to the mountain road that twisted its narrow way (yep, been on that road) that no way the bus would be detouring to - even without the “unmaintained in winter” status. Anyhow… unbelievable stuff really irks me. Makes me wonder how well she knows the area. Just could have had someone pick the girl up in the ‘big town’. But yes, there could be similar communities in that area, in fact there are, but probably even farther off the freeway to fit the story.
Back to the story. There are a wide variety of women, all pretty evolved or open to evolving ( 😉) . Women of various ages, generic white and Native Americans. Beautiful horses. A little something for everyone. Even a couple of decent men. It can be heartwarming, and fun even at times, despite the extreme heartbreaking issues. Ye haw Sisters? Loved that, and their campouts sounded delightful! So maybe read and enjoy.
September 10, 2013
I found plenty to admire about Melinda Field’s novel True. In polished prose the author creates a world of memorable characters and a lavishly described rural Northwest American setting. She knows and loves horses. The novel’s title is taken from one character’s description of horses as “true to their ancestral memory, their environment, their instincts, and their herd.”
The same might be said of the Yee Haw Sisterhood, the band of women at the center of the story. They know where they come from. Their lives are rooted in isolated Green Valley, California. They trust one another, and all of them eventually come to trust their deepest feelings.
The story opens with teenager Cat in Phoenix, Arizona. With her mother in prison she has nowhere to go except to her grandmother in Green Valley. Cat is less than thrilled by her new home, where she feels very much an outsider. After her arrival, the point of view switches to the various members of the sisterhood as they gather for one of their regular camping trips into the mountains. All are strong women who endure loneliness, loss, or in one case an abusive marriage, without whining.
Emma, a nurse and midwife, receives more narrative attention than the others. If the novel has a single protagonist, it is Emma. After several teenage boys drug and rape Cat and her grandmother dies, Emma takes her in. The novel chronicles Emma’s struggles to help Cat survive the aftermath of the rape, to care for a dying friend, and to gather the courage to rekindle a romance with the man she loved long ago. Interspersed with these conflicts are the stories of the other women in the Yee Haw Sisterhood. By the end of the novel, I felt as though I knew these women like friends.
As much as I enjoyed True, I think many readers will find it slow going. The lush and sometime purplish description will make some impatient. And the storytelling is flawed. None of the many plot lines dominates enough to give the novel a strong dramatic core. Events don’t build to a climax. They simply unfold. The subplot involving a woman with dementia seems extraneous. It has thematic resonance but does nothing to further the action. The novel doesn’t need the extra weight.
Another subplot fizzles in a frustrating way. Just as Cat faces a serious threat, the story switches to the mother of one of the sisterhood and then to Emma’s romance. When it finally comes back to Cat, the threat is resolved in a couple of sentences of dialogue.
If you crave action and suspense, look elsewhere. But if you love stories with vivid settings and strong female characters, True delivers.
The same might be said of the Yee Haw Sisterhood, the band of women at the center of the story. They know where they come from. Their lives are rooted in isolated Green Valley, California. They trust one another, and all of them eventually come to trust their deepest feelings.
The story opens with teenager Cat in Phoenix, Arizona. With her mother in prison she has nowhere to go except to her grandmother in Green Valley. Cat is less than thrilled by her new home, where she feels very much an outsider. After her arrival, the point of view switches to the various members of the sisterhood as they gather for one of their regular camping trips into the mountains. All are strong women who endure loneliness, loss, or in one case an abusive marriage, without whining.
Emma, a nurse and midwife, receives more narrative attention than the others. If the novel has a single protagonist, it is Emma. After several teenage boys drug and rape Cat and her grandmother dies, Emma takes her in. The novel chronicles Emma’s struggles to help Cat survive the aftermath of the rape, to care for a dying friend, and to gather the courage to rekindle a romance with the man she loved long ago. Interspersed with these conflicts are the stories of the other women in the Yee Haw Sisterhood. By the end of the novel, I felt as though I knew these women like friends.
As much as I enjoyed True, I think many readers will find it slow going. The lush and sometime purplish description will make some impatient. And the storytelling is flawed. None of the many plot lines dominates enough to give the novel a strong dramatic core. Events don’t build to a climax. They simply unfold. The subplot involving a woman with dementia seems extraneous. It has thematic resonance but does nothing to further the action. The novel doesn’t need the extra weight.
Another subplot fizzles in a frustrating way. Just as Cat faces a serious threat, the story switches to the mother of one of the sisterhood and then to Emma’s romance. When it finally comes back to Cat, the threat is resolved in a couple of sentences of dialogue.
If you crave action and suspense, look elsewhere. But if you love stories with vivid settings and strong female characters, True delivers.
May 31, 2013
A breathtaking book! That’s how one would describe “True”. In a plot that resembles life itself, this book takes you on a wonderful journey of birth and death, making you realise the inevitability of both.
Caterina, a teenage girl is forced to leave the city of Phoenix, when her mother is sent to prison for prostitution and drug dealing. She has to go and live with her ailing grandmother whom she has never ever seen. The Green Valley in California is a cold and forbidding place for the young girl who is not welcomed in the small tight knit community. The story describes how racial prejudice and stereotyping brings her life on the edge of a dangerous precipice.
Just then she is taken in by Emma Cassidy , a midwife. Emma and her circle of horse-women friends pull Caterina inadvertently in their close knit sisterhood helping her overcome the life shaking incident and live a secure life. Caterina with her innate strength of character and determination emerges a winner from her ordeal.
The story gives us a touching portrayal of the eternal and deep friendship between Emma, Briar, Lilly, Clare and Midnight and how each faces her own battles of life. An illness makes Briar the ‘Clairvoyant’ and everyone around her becomes a student of life. Lilly and Clare, sisters, have to undergo pain because of their mother who has to live away from them. Additionally Clare finally chins up to an abusive husband. Midnight has her own demons to fight . Emma also sees an upheaval late in life when the old love she had brushed aside surfaces again.
The story weaves these absolutely believable characters and situations in beautiful tapestry. It strengthens the belief in love, friendship and humanity by its portrayal of the lives of these wonderful women who become each other’s guiding light and support. The pangs of loss, the pain of death and the fact that life is ever- ongoing is touchingly brought to fore. The cyclical plot brings takes the reader on a travail of birth and death, restoring the faith in love and life. The language is lucid and flowing. The weather, scenery, animals, farm life and wildlife come alive with vibrant description and imagery.
One can see glimpses of our own life and our own quest for the meaning of it all at many places. That is a measure of the author’s wisdom and deep understanding of life. True is indeed a novel not to be missed.
Caterina, a teenage girl is forced to leave the city of Phoenix, when her mother is sent to prison for prostitution and drug dealing. She has to go and live with her ailing grandmother whom she has never ever seen. The Green Valley in California is a cold and forbidding place for the young girl who is not welcomed in the small tight knit community. The story describes how racial prejudice and stereotyping brings her life on the edge of a dangerous precipice.
Just then she is taken in by Emma Cassidy , a midwife. Emma and her circle of horse-women friends pull Caterina inadvertently in their close knit sisterhood helping her overcome the life shaking incident and live a secure life. Caterina with her innate strength of character and determination emerges a winner from her ordeal.
The story gives us a touching portrayal of the eternal and deep friendship between Emma, Briar, Lilly, Clare and Midnight and how each faces her own battles of life. An illness makes Briar the ‘Clairvoyant’ and everyone around her becomes a student of life. Lilly and Clare, sisters, have to undergo pain because of their mother who has to live away from them. Additionally Clare finally chins up to an abusive husband. Midnight has her own demons to fight . Emma also sees an upheaval late in life when the old love she had brushed aside surfaces again.
The story weaves these absolutely believable characters and situations in beautiful tapestry. It strengthens the belief in love, friendship and humanity by its portrayal of the lives of these wonderful women who become each other’s guiding light and support. The pangs of loss, the pain of death and the fact that life is ever- ongoing is touchingly brought to fore. The cyclical plot brings takes the reader on a travail of birth and death, restoring the faith in love and life. The language is lucid and flowing. The weather, scenery, animals, farm life and wildlife come alive with vibrant description and imagery.
One can see glimpses of our own life and our own quest for the meaning of it all at many places. That is a measure of the author’s wisdom and deep understanding of life. True is indeed a novel not to be missed.
January 9, 2015
You're at least 40% through this book before she uses the word 'true', and its sudden appearance rings like a bell, leaving your nerve ends tingling, leaving you savoring how that one word rose like a bubble from the deep, to become the title of this story.
A group of women has formed long before the story begins, and one suspects, long before they were born, one by one, into the highly engaging world of this book. What is fragile and rigorous in their personalities runs side by side. Somehow they keep up with each other in ways we all long for, wishing we had as strong a bond, as deep a knowing of themselves and each other, as they do.
No matter what sudden storms rage in their lives, in their families and communities, and across the land, these women form Bedrock together: that which cannot be moved, destroyed, lost, or stolen.
My favorite part of the book is the deep connection with animals, nature, the landscape, the seasons. As the horses surge across valleys and up mountain trails, these women surge through their lives, creating havoc and splendor, love and tears, facing the trials and seasons of life and land.
Before you start to read, be sure to look at the author's photograph. It's the best I've ever seen. Before you read one word, you can tell this woman has really lived, and really has something to say. Thanks, Melinda Field, I love this book.
A group of women has formed long before the story begins, and one suspects, long before they were born, one by one, into the highly engaging world of this book. What is fragile and rigorous in their personalities runs side by side. Somehow they keep up with each other in ways we all long for, wishing we had as strong a bond, as deep a knowing of themselves and each other, as they do.
No matter what sudden storms rage in their lives, in their families and communities, and across the land, these women form Bedrock together: that which cannot be moved, destroyed, lost, or stolen.
My favorite part of the book is the deep connection with animals, nature, the landscape, the seasons. As the horses surge across valleys and up mountain trails, these women surge through their lives, creating havoc and splendor, love and tears, facing the trials and seasons of life and land.
Before you start to read, be sure to look at the author's photograph. It's the best I've ever seen. Before you read one word, you can tell this woman has really lived, and really has something to say. Thanks, Melinda Field, I love this book.
March 31, 2014
Thanks to GOODREADS for introducing me to, and giving me the opportunity, to read this terrific book.
Melinda Field has written an insightful book into the reality of a group of friends going through some very tough times, dealing with life's curve balls, and yet still coming out as winners. We share the heartaches of a broken family unit, single parenthood, date rape, and the devastation of cancer and Alzheimer's Disease. Then, Ms. Field offers us the blessing of acceptance of a stranger in a new household, believing in someone when nobody else will believe in them, and the opening of a scarred child's heart to new beginnings. Toss in a profound love of animals and the gift they give us with a dose of Native American wisdom. . .and you get TRUE, a story that takes the reader on a ride they won't soon forget, and will want to share with others.
Thank you, Ms. Field. I look forward to reading your books in the future.
Melinda Field has written an insightful book into the reality of a group of friends going through some very tough times, dealing with life's curve balls, and yet still coming out as winners. We share the heartaches of a broken family unit, single parenthood, date rape, and the devastation of cancer and Alzheimer's Disease. Then, Ms. Field offers us the blessing of acceptance of a stranger in a new household, believing in someone when nobody else will believe in them, and the opening of a scarred child's heart to new beginnings. Toss in a profound love of animals and the gift they give us with a dose of Native American wisdom. . .and you get TRUE, a story that takes the reader on a ride they won't soon forget, and will want to share with others.
Thank you, Ms. Field. I look forward to reading your books in the future.
January 15, 2014
I have just finished reading True for the second time, and again I loved this book. I felt like the first time I just blew throught it and never really let myself feel the characters. Wow, I really missed out.
Ms. Field is such a discreptive writer, I could smell the barn,the horse's, the food, the fresh smell of the garden in the early morning and the smell of a morning fire. I could feel the laughter and joy,the pain,the confusion and the sorrow.
I could feel the relationship between all these wonderful women and although this book left me wanting to know more about these women, the ending was so satisfing,honest and "True".
"True" was pleasing to my senses, it helped me appreciate all the more the lifesyle I have choosen to live. Simple..
Thank you Melinda for such a great read, I look forward to reading any story you can share with us. :)
Ms. Field is such a discreptive writer, I could smell the barn,the horse's, the food, the fresh smell of the garden in the early morning and the smell of a morning fire. I could feel the laughter and joy,the pain,the confusion and the sorrow.
I could feel the relationship between all these wonderful women and although this book left me wanting to know more about these women, the ending was so satisfing,honest and "True".
"True" was pleasing to my senses, it helped me appreciate all the more the lifesyle I have choosen to live. Simple..
Thank you Melinda for such a great read, I look forward to reading any story you can share with us. :)
July 3, 2013
I started reading yesterday evening, and did not want to put the book down. I slept for a few hours, and finished reading this morning.
"True" is beautifully real. I was drawn into the stories of living and dying, laughing and crying, embracing and letting go. Traveling through the year with a group of women aged 16 to 58 was a treat. With diverse life challenges and gifts, each woman has her own journey, and is intricately woven into the lives of her Yee Haw sisters. I enjoyed:
~ The enduring relationships among women.
~ Annual horse retreats.
~ Insights into Native American traditions, especially cougar medicine.
~ Discovering the way of life of the people of Green River.
~ Each woman's story.
"True" was a perfect summer read, and would be equally wonderful curled up in a comfy chair any time of year. Highly recommended!
"True" is beautifully real. I was drawn into the stories of living and dying, laughing and crying, embracing and letting go. Traveling through the year with a group of women aged 16 to 58 was a treat. With diverse life challenges and gifts, each woman has her own journey, and is intricately woven into the lives of her Yee Haw sisters. I enjoyed:
~ The enduring relationships among women.
~ Annual horse retreats.
~ Insights into Native American traditions, especially cougar medicine.
~ Discovering the way of life of the people of Green River.
~ Each woman's story.
"True" was a perfect summer read, and would be equally wonderful curled up in a comfy chair any time of year. Highly recommended!
March 23, 2013
When I read True by Melinda Field my heart was touched in so many ways. As I thumbed my way through each page, I found myself on edge, not only wanting to know what happened next, but needing to know. True sends the reader to the wild outdoors, a place of magnificent beauty, and a setting that is not experienced by many. I believe everyone can relate to True in a profound way because each word and page is extremely vivid making it feel so real. Each character is unique and they all are brought together through solid friendship and a common connection to nature. True brings to light the importance of compassion, companionship, and not giving up. Understanding the power and wisdom of True can only be experienced by reading it yourself.
September 20, 2012
This was an incredible journey of a book. I could not put it down. It is the story of women friends, who happen to live in tribal country, current day. So, besides all the usual women stuff--marriages, families, deaths of loved ones, etc.--they also had a special connection with nature, the earth, animals, their horses. It was a beautiful story and one I hope is made into a movie. I feel like I was taken to another place while reading this book. It was so moving that I cried tears of sadness and tears of joy. There were beautiful concepts presented in an artistic way. I totally loved the book and recommended it to my girlfriends and daughters. A sensitive man would also enjoy it.
June 1, 2014
After reading a synopsis, I had entered to win this book on First Reads - Goodreads giveaways - but unfortunately I didn't win. I couldn’t get it out of my head though, so I finally bought it from Amazon. I am sure glad I did. I really enjoyed this book and look forward – after just finishing it moments ago – to reading it again. My housework has suffered; and so has my sleep – but it was well worth it. The richness of the characters and the smooth flowing of the writing kept me lost in this wonderful story. My only wish is that there was more – maybe a few thousand more pages would do… I just read that Melinda Field is currently working on a sequel to True. I cannot wait to read it!!!
November 10, 2014
True is a tale of friendship, loss, love, forgiveness, beliefs, just about everything is thrown in here, including a lot of very touching and healing relationships between animals and humans. The story takes place in Green Valley California, a very remote community of farms, mountains and forest. The setting is gorgeous and each section of the book is broken down by season, starting with Fall. So much happens in this story and always the character can find strength from nature, weather from the trees mountains or streams, or the horses that they love and raise. I ended up liking this book a lot. Great strong women in this story, amazing friendships. A really good read.
September 15, 2016
This book was amazing. Thank you Melinda Field for this cool book! The story plot for this book was so deep you honeslty didnt know what was going to happen next. I really loved the character development of each character and the beauty of reflection that aired through the ending of the book. Even though it has been two years since I read the book I still remembered it and would always be thankful that I got the opportunity to read it. I reccomend this book to anyone that wants to go on a practical adventure through life. It would teach you great lesssons as it did with me that will benefit in life for now and the future.
July 28, 2013
True is a journey of horsewomen who lives in a close community,staying true to their friendship and commitments. It has a natural story line that transports you into the story and its magical characters so much. True is a story that is highly relate-able to our everyday life. The story picks up slowly and steadily until the part where Caterina Ramos was raped, her grandmother Jenny dies and the whole thing changes for the horsewomen, Emma, Cat and the rest of them. I'm awaiting the second book very eagerly. Special thanks to Melinda Field here.
January 6, 2013
Amazing read. Wasn't sure what I was getting into when I first picked it up...but, once I did...I couldn't put it down. Great characters that can relate to the complexity and beautiful simplicity of us all. The details and descriptions of the mountain scenery make it almost impossible to not imagine yourself right there with the author. Heard rumors of a sequel.....hope it's "true".......Highly recommend this read!
March 7, 2013
Easy to read, lots of strong female characters. And horses! :) Her writing is pretty simplistic, not super deep, but still engaging. Predictable in parts, but not in a bad way. I cried toward the end (don't want to spoil it by saying why).
September 7, 2013
I read this in Kindle format in just a couple of days. The writing was rich in sensory detail and and flowed through a little more than a year of the characters' lives. Field addresses themes of birth, death, violence, justice, discrimination and more without moralizing. Highly recommended.
January 6, 2014
I thought this was one of the better books I had read this year,reminded me of Robyn Carr. A tale of 5 women who are good friends,their families,their loves. I laughed and I cried while reading this book and wasn't very happy with anyone who interrupted me.
September 28, 2013
Beautiful story of 4 women of a certain age living in a Valley full of history and adventure.
April 7, 2014
Amazing book. Felt as if I was sitting up in front of the fire with some coffee and my favorite blanket when I sat down to read this. Very descriptive. I can't wait to follow their adventures.
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February 13, 2013
Poignant, beautiful, and full of a wild spirit
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