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Rogue
Upon hearing a rumor of a twelve-year-old girl, who had killed a lion with her bare hands, Dr. Elizabeth Stanton feels compelled to investigate the elusive Samburu tribe in Kenya's Rift Valley. In 1909, after establishing that she and her guide are no threat, Elizabeth is escorted into a mud hut, where the injured girl, Kito, awaits. Later, the doctor uncovers the events that led to the tribe's situation-a terrible drought and rinderpest have devastated the landscape, while a rogue male lion has attached itself to the tribe as a food source. The warriors' attempts to kill the lion have all been futile. With dreams and visions of successfully defeating this foe, Kito is reluctant to embrace her destiny. . .until the mane of death steals someone close to her.
140 pages, Paperback
First published April 30, 2016
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May 9, 2016
I obtained this book from the author at a book signing because it sounded like an interesting read. I've always liked historical fiction novels placed at the turn of the twentieth century. It's just an exciting time in human history, and I love reading about cultural changes going on around the world during such periods in time.
This book takes place in Kenya in 1909, and deals with a nomadic tribe known as the Samburu. A man- eating lion has been stalking the tribe and killing its members, and the story chronicles the tribes struggles with the creature, which they tend to think of as a demon.
I felt like I was right there with them, and could picture the events and pictures vividly in my mind. It feels like the author either spent some time in the region herself, or did some extensive research to bring the time, place, and people to life on the pages of her book.
At times, I was reminded of Dr Quinn, Medicine Woman, and at other times the book reminded me of of King Solomon's Mines. Allan Quatermain might have walked into the story and I wouldn't have batted an eye.
I'm looking forward to checking out other works by this author.
This book takes place in Kenya in 1909, and deals with a nomadic tribe known as the Samburu. A man- eating lion has been stalking the tribe and killing its members, and the story chronicles the tribes struggles with the creature, which they tend to think of as a demon.
I felt like I was right there with them, and could picture the events and pictures vividly in my mind. It feels like the author either spent some time in the region herself, or did some extensive research to bring the time, place, and people to life on the pages of her book.
At times, I was reminded of Dr Quinn, Medicine Woman, and at other times the book reminded me of of King Solomon's Mines. Allan Quatermain might have walked into the story and I wouldn't have batted an eye.
I'm looking forward to checking out other works by this author.
May 14, 2016
Let me start by saying that the more I delve into historical fiction, the more I love it. I've always been more of a fantasy buff, but titles like this one make me want to wade deeper into the waters of historical fiction.
Rogue is the newest novel by H. Squires. It takes place in Kenya's Rift Valley in the early 1900s. The story is told both from a first person perspective of Dr. Elizabeth Stanson, and dominantly a third person perspective of the elusive Samburu tribe in the valley. A lion with a dangerously specific liking for human flesh begins to harass the Samburu people. As the days tick by, they begin to realize this is no ordinary lion, and a threatening situation turns into a darkly sinister one as the lion proves to be a difficult and dangerous foe.
What grabbed me was the heart of this book; there is tons of it. It is emotional, in the sense that I could feel not only the anxiety, the dread, the fear, of the tribe as the book progressed, but the hope and love the people shared.
There is deep spirituality at the story's core as well, which paralleled my own beliefs. I thought I'd also mention that it was very easy for me to picture the story unfold. I could see the people's smiles, their tears, the warriors poised with spears ready. There are complex themes at work, and yet the story is told wonderfully in that is not a chore for the reader to sift through them all.
I give Rogue 5/5 stars, for it is not a book I'll forget, and it has increased my appetite for historical fiction. I'll definitely be keeping an eye on the work of H. Squires from now on!
Rogue is the newest novel by H. Squires. It takes place in Kenya's Rift Valley in the early 1900s. The story is told both from a first person perspective of Dr. Elizabeth Stanson, and dominantly a third person perspective of the elusive Samburu tribe in the valley. A lion with a dangerously specific liking for human flesh begins to harass the Samburu people. As the days tick by, they begin to realize this is no ordinary lion, and a threatening situation turns into a darkly sinister one as the lion proves to be a difficult and dangerous foe.
What grabbed me was the heart of this book; there is tons of it. It is emotional, in the sense that I could feel not only the anxiety, the dread, the fear, of the tribe as the book progressed, but the hope and love the people shared.
There is deep spirituality at the story's core as well, which paralleled my own beliefs. I thought I'd also mention that it was very easy for me to picture the story unfold. I could see the people's smiles, their tears, the warriors poised with spears ready. There are complex themes at work, and yet the story is told wonderfully in that is not a chore for the reader to sift through them all.
I give Rogue 5/5 stars, for it is not a book I'll forget, and it has increased my appetite for historical fiction. I'll definitely be keeping an eye on the work of H. Squires from now on!
June 24, 2016
I received a free copy of this book through Goodreads Giveaways (and boy, am I glad I did)!
When I first started, I thought that this would be a dull, simple retelling about a unimportant, undistiguishable African tribe. Boy, was I wrong! I finished the book in two days and felt like I was sitting by a campfire under the stars, surrounded by reeds rustling in the winds, while listening to a master storyteller the whole time. Sometimes I could even see the lion, the women making clay beads, the sandy gorge, and other scenes in my mind's eye completely unbidden.
Great moral of personal courage, sacrifice and bravery! Would read this author again.
When I first started, I thought that this would be a dull, simple retelling about a unimportant, undistiguishable African tribe. Boy, was I wrong! I finished the book in two days and felt like I was sitting by a campfire under the stars, surrounded by reeds rustling in the winds, while listening to a master storyteller the whole time. Sometimes I could even see the lion, the women making clay beads, the sandy gorge, and other scenes in my mind's eye completely unbidden.
Great moral of personal courage, sacrifice and bravery! Would read this author again.
August 10, 2016
When I first started reading this book, I was skeptical on: if I'd enjoy it.
First of all, I am not one to read historical fiction, especially one in Africa. But, it didn't take long before I was amazed by the depth of the story. Essentially, ROGUE is a book within a book. It starts off being told from the doctor's perspective (Dr. Elizabeth Stanton), and then switches to the African's (Samburu) account. I know, it sounds weird, but the transition blends very well.
There are a lot of characters, however, the author doesn't skimp on their development.
I HIGHLY recommend this book.
My only negative gripe is it felt too short. I wanted more of Kito's story, or know if Elizabeth leaves to London? (Sorry, was that considered a spoiler?)
First of all, I am not one to read historical fiction, especially one in Africa. But, it didn't take long before I was amazed by the depth of the story. Essentially, ROGUE is a book within a book. It starts off being told from the doctor's perspective (Dr. Elizabeth Stanton), and then switches to the African's (Samburu) account. I know, it sounds weird, but the transition blends very well.
There are a lot of characters, however, the author doesn't skimp on their development.
I HIGHLY recommend this book.
My only negative gripe is it felt too short. I wanted more of Kito's story, or know if Elizabeth leaves to London? (Sorry, was that considered a spoiler?)
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