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Yellow Moon
Yellow Moon, a Lakota maiden, accompanies her family to the Sun Dance and becomes promised to a Santee warrior who’ll soon be chief. While accompanying Thunder Eyes’ clan back to his tribe, she and the other women are stolen by the Crow, and while in Plenty Coup’s camp is told she’ll become his second wife rather than be a slave. She finds friendship and help at the hands of his first wife, a Cherokee captive called Pretty Shield.
When Thunder Eye’s comes to rescue his betrothed, she begs him to take her newfound friend along, and the two women eventually become sisters-in-law. When the Crow come to extract their revenge, fate changes their destiny in a big way.
When Thunder Eye’s comes to rescue his betrothed, she begs him to take her newfound friend along, and the two women eventually become sisters-in-law. When the Crow come to extract their revenge, fate changes their destiny in a big way.
129 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 10, 2015
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About the author
Ginger Simpson
52 books27 followersGinger Simpson grew up reading anything by Laura Ingalls Wilder and became so fascinated with western historical novels, they've remained her favorite for more years than she cares to admit.
In 2002, Ginger decided to attempt writing her own novel, and in 2003 her first offering, Prairie Peace, was published. Since then, she's dabbled in other genres but always seems to migrate back to her favorite historical era.
At the beginning, Ginger accepted contracts with e-publishers with the realization her work would not be offered in actual stores, rather made available for sale by download or ordering through Internet sites. At the time, the reward of acceptance was enough, and the prayer that downloadable books would grow in popularity seems to have come to pass. Ginger admits she's no spring chicken, and her final goal is to see at least one of her works available in an actual "brick and mortar" store just so she can nod when someone asks if Walmart sells her books.
She's often joked that she may have to sneak a book into Walmart and leave it on the shelf next to one of Nora Robert's novels, but that's not really how she'd like her next novel to get there. Besides, there's probably a law that prohibits such a deed. She's already worked in a jail, so she doesn't care to experience the other side of the bars. Note from Ginger (2011): I actually did "sneak" a book into Walmart and take a picture of it on the "best sellers" shelve. I have the photo to prove it. I got a few weird looks from nearby people, but I didn't get arrested or escorted from the store. *smile*)
In 2002, Ginger decided to attempt writing her own novel, and in 2003 her first offering, Prairie Peace, was published. Since then, she's dabbled in other genres but always seems to migrate back to her favorite historical era.
At the beginning, Ginger accepted contracts with e-publishers with the realization her work would not be offered in actual stores, rather made available for sale by download or ordering through Internet sites. At the time, the reward of acceptance was enough, and the prayer that downloadable books would grow in popularity seems to have come to pass. Ginger admits she's no spring chicken, and her final goal is to see at least one of her works available in an actual "brick and mortar" store just so she can nod when someone asks if Walmart sells her books.
She's often joked that she may have to sneak a book into Walmart and leave it on the shelf next to one of Nora Robert's novels, but that's not really how she'd like her next novel to get there. Besides, there's probably a law that prohibits such a deed. She's already worked in a jail, so she doesn't care to experience the other side of the bars. Note from Ginger (2011): I actually did "sneak" a book into Walmart and take a picture of it on the "best sellers" shelve. I have the photo to prove it. I got a few weird looks from nearby people, but I didn't get arrested or escorted from the store. *smile*)
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May 14, 2018
Yellow Moon does not follow the traditional path of a Lakota woman. She has gone to a missionary school. Instead of marrying within her own band, she is promised to a Santee warrior, Thunder Eyes. She is attracted to him, but has fears and misgivings about leaving her own people. On the way to the Santee, she is stolen by the Crow, to become the second wife of her abductor. His first wife, a Cherokee captive called Pretty Shield promises understanding and friendship. Thunder Eyes rescues both women and they are welcomed by the Santee. They become sisters-in-law.
Their bond is strong and their marriages happy until the Crow come seeking revenge.
Knowledge of daily details and rituals of Lakota life, especially the Sun Dance ceremony, are skillfully woven into the narrative. The love that develops between two captive women is heartening and beautiful and makes the tragic ending easier to bear.
Their bond is strong and their marriages happy until the Crow come seeking revenge.
Knowledge of daily details and rituals of Lakota life, especially the Sun Dance ceremony, are skillfully woven into the narrative. The love that develops between two captive women is heartening and beautiful and makes the tragic ending easier to bear.
September 27, 2016
The year is 1861. The place is Nebraska Territory, Ni Bthaska Omaha, which means flat water.
At the river, seventeen-year-old Yellow Moon is about to collect water when someone taps her shoulder. She turns and comes face to face with the most attractive brave she has ever seen.
Thunder Eyes, son of Black Bear of the Santee Tribe, admits he followed her, says he knows her name and asks her if she will watch him dance. “I will be the last to be free of the skewers,” he boasts. His painful sacrifice will be made to bring the herds closer.
It is against tradition for them to speak before he has approached her mother to ask permission to speak to her daughter. So, until he does Yellow Moon will not be able to acknowledge him in public.
Yellow Moon attended the white man’s school, but when the threat of war grew the Father and the sisters left. Afterwards Yellow Moon hardened her heart against the white men who encroached on the Sioux land seeking yellow ore in the Black Hills.
Simpson is to be congratulated on her story about Yellow Moon and Thunder Cloud in peace and war. She deserves praise for her research – Sioux culture and the tragic events which, at times, brought tears to my eyes. She is also to be congratulated on her vivid descriptions. “Sunlight glistened on Thunder Eyes freshly greased braid, and muscled arms extended from a broad, smooth chest exposed beneath his fringed vest.”
I enjoyed this novel so much that, in future, I am sure I will want to read it again
At the river, seventeen-year-old Yellow Moon is about to collect water when someone taps her shoulder. She turns and comes face to face with the most attractive brave she has ever seen.
Thunder Eyes, son of Black Bear of the Santee Tribe, admits he followed her, says he knows her name and asks her if she will watch him dance. “I will be the last to be free of the skewers,” he boasts. His painful sacrifice will be made to bring the herds closer.
It is against tradition for them to speak before he has approached her mother to ask permission to speak to her daughter. So, until he does Yellow Moon will not be able to acknowledge him in public.
Yellow Moon attended the white man’s school, but when the threat of war grew the Father and the sisters left. Afterwards Yellow Moon hardened her heart against the white men who encroached on the Sioux land seeking yellow ore in the Black Hills.
Simpson is to be congratulated on her story about Yellow Moon and Thunder Cloud in peace and war. She deserves praise for her research – Sioux culture and the tragic events which, at times, brought tears to my eyes. She is also to be congratulated on her vivid descriptions. “Sunlight glistened on Thunder Eyes freshly greased braid, and muscled arms extended from a broad, smooth chest exposed beneath his fringed vest.”
I enjoyed this novel so much that, in future, I am sure I will want to read it again
August 31, 2015
Unexpected
Loved that this book shows us what life was like for a Lakota girl back in historical times! I hardly read books like this, and it's very enlightening. The author describes things so well that it seems I'm back there with Yellow Moon as she performs her duties as a daughter, a captive, and later, a wife. It shows me how the thoughts of an Indian woman run, and how they needed to be resigned to some situations (like being a captive) in order to have somewhat of a decent life. Yet, at the time, it struck me that people's lives then were so simple. They don't have as much worries and concerns as we have right now living in this age. (Just different worries like being captured by enemy tribes. LOL)
I was frustrated though with some aspects of the book (can't tell what those are, as it would be a spoiler), but I can't deny that this book is well-written and well-researched. The ending was unexpected; both good and bad there. Good because it left me flummoxed for a while, and it's refreshing to read something different from others in the genre. And bad because it left me a bit frustrated. Still, don't pass this up if you like to immerse yourself in a small part in American history.
Review copy provided via Reading Alley in exchange for an honest review.
Loved that this book shows us what life was like for a Lakota girl back in historical times! I hardly read books like this, and it's very enlightening. The author describes things so well that it seems I'm back there with Yellow Moon as she performs her duties as a daughter, a captive, and later, a wife. It shows me how the thoughts of an Indian woman run, and how they needed to be resigned to some situations (like being a captive) in order to have somewhat of a decent life. Yet, at the time, it struck me that people's lives then were so simple. They don't have as much worries and concerns as we have right now living in this age. (Just different worries like being captured by enemy tribes. LOL)
I was frustrated though with some aspects of the book (can't tell what those are, as it would be a spoiler), but I can't deny that this book is well-written and well-researched. The ending was unexpected; both good and bad there. Good because it left me flummoxed for a while, and it's refreshing to read something different from others in the genre. And bad because it left me a bit frustrated. Still, don't pass this up if you like to immerse yourself in a small part in American history.
Review copy provided via Reading Alley in exchange for an honest review.
May 25, 2015
Western historical romance
This book is full of facts about the Indian Nations. I enjoyed Ms. Simpson in-depth knowledge of Indian traditions and culture. The everyday lives of the tribes were enlightening. In the beginning, we get a look into the traditions of the Sun Dance Ceremony and the days leading up to the dance, it is detailed and interesting. The book is a short read, however it does not detract from the completeness of the content. I did not feel the story was rushed or incomplete.
Yellow Moon is a young Lakota maiden attending the Sun Dance with her parents. Thunder Eyes, future Santee Chief, is participating in the Sun Dance. They met and forge an attraction. Thunder Eyes receives permission to marry Yellow Moon and they travel to his home for the ceremony, leaving her family behind. The book follows their life journey through love, disappointments, and adversity.
The ending was a surprise, but still very good.
The pacing is fast due the length of the book, but still very enjoyable, and I am sure true to life in that period with the Indian tribes. I would definitely recommend this book.
I received this copy from Reading Alley in return for my honest review.
August 16, 2015
Well researched.This story of the daily life & adventures of a young Lakota maiden. Yellow Moon has recently met and been promised to the son of a chief, Thunder Eyes. While traveling to his family's home Yellow Moon and the other women are kidnaped by an unsavory Crow warrior. During this time, she meets another captive Pretty Shield who became the sister of her heart. I really enjoyed reading the depictions of the various Lakota ceremonies and dances, especially the Sun Dance. The ending was very surprising, unexpected and unsatisfying to me. It did, however, make some of the visions & foretellings make sense. If you enjoy culturally accurate tales, then you should enjoy this even though I felt it was too short. Overall it was a decent story.
Review copy provided via Reading Alley in exchange for an honest review.
Review copy provided via Reading Alley in exchange for an honest review.
June 1, 2015
Half /half
I did like the Characters and little bit of the romance but I didn't like the endings.which I thought maybe would have end little Better then what happen.
This my honest opinion.
Received this book for an review from Reading Alley.com
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I did like the Characters and little bit of the romance but I didn't like the endings.which I thought maybe would have end little Better then what happen.
This my honest opinion.
Received this book for an review from Reading Alley.com
tigerbrock42@hotmail.com
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