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Winter Eternal: Book I The River That Flows Two Ways
In 1777, Captain Isaac Pearson joined the British Army when he believed the Colonial Rebellion would be dispatched with effortless haste. Taking a few American lives was an agreeable price for the pampered aristocrat who believed his actions in the conflict would afford him honor and glory. Yet, the path Captain Pearson rode was neither honorable or glorious and the price he would pay was beyond his imaginable fortunes.
Time is the enemy of all, the hunter of the hunters whom no measures of tenacity or weaponry can defeat. Yet, in the early days of America’s war for independence Phantom Regiments, ruthless shadow units, British Redcoats, American militia and crazed me of the occult race to acquire a mysterious Iroquoian artifact which offers the capacity to defeat time. Set in New York’s Hudson Valley, the contest for time will marshal tragic desperation and horrific ends. Winter Eternal, uncovered from layers of dust, deep within the archives of America’s Untold History are the tales of the soldiers and the citizens who sell their souls to pursue the mysterious Native talisman, the Kahontsi Ehnita; the Giver of Life…A revolutionary war has begun.
Time is the enemy of all, the hunter of the hunters whom no measures of tenacity or weaponry can defeat. Yet, in the early days of America’s war for independence Phantom Regiments, ruthless shadow units, British Redcoats, American militia and crazed me of the occult race to acquire a mysterious Iroquoian artifact which offers the capacity to defeat time. Set in New York’s Hudson Valley, the contest for time will marshal tragic desperation and horrific ends. Winter Eternal, uncovered from layers of dust, deep within the archives of America’s Untold History are the tales of the soldiers and the citizens who sell their souls to pursue the mysterious Native talisman, the Kahontsi Ehnita; the Giver of Life…A revolutionary war has begun.
320 pages, Paperback
Published May 29, 2018
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August 11, 2018
I was lucky enough to receive a free copy (audio) from the publishers to review:
This was definitely an interesting twist on the American Revolutionary war. The author provided a suspensefully dark story following a couple of characters. While this is listed as paranormal I was a little disappointed in the amount of paranormal that was actually in the book. I felt like this could have been utilized better to really enhance the story. The timeline and pace of the book were done very well but be warned that it is a little vulgar. Personally, I'm not a fan of scenes like these but felt like it should be addressed - this did not affect my rating of the book. The characters had a great development and would definitely fit into this world.
I recommend this book for historical fiction fans but if you're looking for a paranormal book, I would look for somewhere else.
This was definitely an interesting twist on the American Revolutionary war. The author provided a suspensefully dark story following a couple of characters. While this is listed as paranormal I was a little disappointed in the amount of paranormal that was actually in the book. I felt like this could have been utilized better to really enhance the story. The timeline and pace of the book were done very well but be warned that it is a little vulgar. Personally, I'm not a fan of scenes like these but felt like it should be addressed - this did not affect my rating of the book. The characters had a great development and would definitely fit into this world.
I recommend this book for historical fiction fans but if you're looking for a paranormal book, I would look for somewhere else.
November 28, 2018
If our history books were only like this! E. Thomas Joseph takes American history on a wicked and disturbing journey in Winter Eternal. Historical fiction really isn't my genre, but the mixture of history and fantasy... Joseph writes it with enough prowess to grab your attention and pull you in his morbid historical tale.
Joseph’s writing flows nice and smooth. There is not a crack at creating his worded vision in your head. His cast of characters is divinely created, well rounded and written. For example, our main character Pearson is utterly the most pompous and pampered character created. You are unsure whether to root for him or wish him his demise. Overall historical fiction lovers will enjoy and indulge in this book. Especially if it could draw in a not so historical fiction lover. The author gets high praise!
Joseph’s writing flows nice and smooth. There is not a crack at creating his worded vision in your head. His cast of characters is divinely created, well rounded and written. For example, our main character Pearson is utterly the most pompous and pampered character created. You are unsure whether to root for him or wish him his demise. Overall historical fiction lovers will enjoy and indulge in this book. Especially if it could draw in a not so historical fiction lover. The author gets high praise!
July 23, 2018
An excellent dark and sarcastic spin on the American Revolutionary War. We all know how the Americans defeated the Brits and this is a new fantasy (paranormal) spin on the war. With some sardonic characters to root for them to be successful and to root for their demise, too. It's a subtle toss up.
Great for historical fiction loves. Highly recommend. And the audio edition is available, too.
Great for historical fiction loves. Highly recommend. And the audio edition is available, too.
January 20, 2025
This book exaggerates in descriptive narrative and is exceedingly violent for me. I DNF'd
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