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Bigfoot Chronicles #1
Bigfoot
“This is Bigfoot like you've never seen before.”- D.Ray, Amazon Reviewer Emily Winters, a Wildlife Investigator, has been called to the mountains of Washington to research an unusual increase in bear sightings during the summer tourism season. Expecting another case of curious and overactive black bears, Emily uncovers six hundred years of mystery as she shares the mountain with the local sheriff and a lifelong Bigfoot hunter. "Bigfoot" is a fictional novel for teen and young adult readers, and is the first chapter in a planned trilogy. Hundreds of hours of meticulous research into Native American lore and into current and past Bigfoot theories weave together a tapestry of history, emotion, philosophical quandary, revenge, romance, and action in this intellectually thrilling story of three people, one mountain, and the world's greatest legend.
182 pages, Kindle Edition
Published May 19, 2018
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June 17, 2018
Interesting tale of how we got Bigfoot
Bigfoot by Dustin Allen is a book I won from Goodreads giveaway and the review is voluntary. I liked the history of how the being we call Bigfoot came to be here. The unfortunate history following up to this time is also very good. The plot was good with interesting interesting characters although they were not well developed, in this book Bigfoot was and I think that mattered.
Bigfoot by Dustin Allen is a book I won from Goodreads giveaway and the review is voluntary. I liked the history of how the being we call Bigfoot came to be here. The unfortunate history following up to this time is also very good. The plot was good with interesting interesting characters although they were not well developed, in this book Bigfoot was and I think that mattered.
June 21, 2018
I won this book for free on GoodReads. I have been on a kick lately with books on Bigfoot and yetis. I enjoyed the book overall and will read the next if there is one. It was an easy read, finished in a couple of hours. The twist was pretty predictable, but I still enjoyed it overall.
July 18, 2018
Bigfoot was a very interesting narrative about a very familiar figure in cryptozoology. It starts with a Native American tribe seeing a shooting star, which prophesized misfortune in their legends, only for their shaman to discover an extraterrestrial being, a pure black man who had killed the warriors sent to hunt him in self-defense, but offers the kind, modest old man assistance in growing his people’s influence in exchange for his peaceful approach. Then, hundreds of years later, a young man goes hunting with his father and uncle, only to be left alone and afraid when he accidentally fires at a strange figure in the woods, leading to his two mentors end. Finally, in the present day, a Wildlife Investigator is called to investigate a mysterious influx of bear attacks. As she investigates, however, she discovers an ancient and mysterious being, one who she had always believed was myth. She, alongside a forest ranger with whom she is slowly falling in love, must fight their own doubts while trying to uncover the secrets of the mythical being in the mountains, but their efforts are complicated when the young man we had met before, now an adult with an army background and a team of like-minded friends, comes to the mountains seeking revenge for his father and uncle’s death, and his insistence on killing the Traveler King could spell trouble for all involved, as well as any hikers who may be caught in the crossfires.
This book was masterfully written, blending a rich variety of research into how the stories of multiple cultures have blended into the Big Foot we know today, as well as adding in a hit of extra fantasy to tie it all together and give it an extra spark of excitement. Although this is only the first in a forthcoming series, the ending is satisfying enough that it exists well as a standalone novel. So, for anyone who has an interest in reading it but is worried about having to wait for the next installment, fear not, for even if you lose track of Allen and do not have the opportunity to continue the series, this book by itself will sit well in your mind as a complete narrative. However, and it was very well written, with a driving conflict and interesting characters, it does leave you eager for more, once you turn the last page and remember there is more to come. By having the characters follow the threads of Big Foot’s history slowly throughout the story, uncovering new pieces of information from a variety of sources, and splitting the narrative between the three main voices in turn as the action unfolds before each of them, the story creates a sense of suspense, causing you to question who is going to die and when, and whether TK, as they take to calling him later in the book, will be among the bodies lest in the wake of the battle. And on that subject, the Traveler Kind, Talaketch, or whatever name you choose to call him, was crafted superbly. He is portrayed as mysterious and otherworldly throughout his direct encounters with the characters, but still human enough to cause sympathy for him, as well as monstrous enough to remind you of who he really is, and the reason Karl and his gang are so intent on killing him. Meanwhile, out human characters are like real people, each with their own personalities, motivations, and moral compasses. And while readers will surely take sides in the battle between man, beast, and compromise, never in this story do any characters fall into the trope of the ultimate good and the irredeemable evil. They are all very much human, they make mistakes, but they ultimately do what they think is best according to their experiences and backgrounds, giving the story an air of realism despite its obvious fantastic themes. It almost makes you question if there really is a tall, hairy alien living in the woods of Washington state, and if this is a true account of an encounter with him retold by the survivors.
Overall, I have little to complain about. There were some typos, but they could be easily fixed in the ebook version with a quick read-over and edit, and they were so few and far between that they did not ruin the experience of the novel for more than a second or so at a time. For anyone who is interested in the mythos and history of Big Foot, or who just enjoys mythology and cryptozoology in general, I would highly suggest giving this a read. It blends an engaging storyline with interesting facts and research, sure to please anyone curious about what mysteries may still be out there.
This book was masterfully written, blending a rich variety of research into how the stories of multiple cultures have blended into the Big Foot we know today, as well as adding in a hit of extra fantasy to tie it all together and give it an extra spark of excitement. Although this is only the first in a forthcoming series, the ending is satisfying enough that it exists well as a standalone novel. So, for anyone who has an interest in reading it but is worried about having to wait for the next installment, fear not, for even if you lose track of Allen and do not have the opportunity to continue the series, this book by itself will sit well in your mind as a complete narrative. However, and it was very well written, with a driving conflict and interesting characters, it does leave you eager for more, once you turn the last page and remember there is more to come. By having the characters follow the threads of Big Foot’s history slowly throughout the story, uncovering new pieces of information from a variety of sources, and splitting the narrative between the three main voices in turn as the action unfolds before each of them, the story creates a sense of suspense, causing you to question who is going to die and when, and whether TK, as they take to calling him later in the book, will be among the bodies lest in the wake of the battle. And on that subject, the Traveler Kind, Talaketch, or whatever name you choose to call him, was crafted superbly. He is portrayed as mysterious and otherworldly throughout his direct encounters with the characters, but still human enough to cause sympathy for him, as well as monstrous enough to remind you of who he really is, and the reason Karl and his gang are so intent on killing him. Meanwhile, out human characters are like real people, each with their own personalities, motivations, and moral compasses. And while readers will surely take sides in the battle between man, beast, and compromise, never in this story do any characters fall into the trope of the ultimate good and the irredeemable evil. They are all very much human, they make mistakes, but they ultimately do what they think is best according to their experiences and backgrounds, giving the story an air of realism despite its obvious fantastic themes. It almost makes you question if there really is a tall, hairy alien living in the woods of Washington state, and if this is a true account of an encounter with him retold by the survivors.
Overall, I have little to complain about. There were some typos, but they could be easily fixed in the ebook version with a quick read-over and edit, and they were so few and far between that they did not ruin the experience of the novel for more than a second or so at a time. For anyone who is interested in the mythos and history of Big Foot, or who just enjoys mythology and cryptozoology in general, I would highly suggest giving this a read. It blends an engaging storyline with interesting facts and research, sure to please anyone curious about what mysteries may still be out there.
July 11, 2018
Okay, first, my dad likes Bigfoot. He used to torture my mom and I with that over-the-top TV show 'Finding Bigfoot' with the host, some guy named Moneymaker (??). So what would compel me to try to win a copy of this book about Bigfoot? A good synopsis, that's what! "Hundreds of hours of...research into Native American lore and...Bigfoot theories weave together a tapestry of history, emotion, philosophical quandary, revenge, romance, and action."
Um - yes, please! Lore, myths, history, philosophical ponderings...right up my alley, and this book did not disappoint! I loved it. I read the first 65% of it in one night before I finally admitted to myself that I should get at least a little sleep. And then, I didn't want the story to end, so I started procrastinating finishing it. I was drawn in immediately. The forest setting seemed so peaceful, and I immediately identified with Emily. (My best friend is actually majoring in the same field that she did, which was something else that caught my interest.) I like the local sheriff, who seems like the kind of guy I'd like to take out for a coffee, and the character of Mr. Commando Bigfoot-Hunter was realistically painted out. There were no cardboard cut-outs characters here; they all had depth and their own motivations and desires. I loved reading about the myths and how they were tied in to another fascinating, more recent theory on Bigfoot's origins.
I'd really like to know when the next book is coming out...I decided to follow the author in the hopes of receiving updates on the sequel, as this is part of a planned trilogy. I will definitely be reading the next book. I am so grateful as to have received an ebook version of this book through a Goodreads First Reads giveaway.
Um - yes, please! Lore, myths, history, philosophical ponderings...right up my alley, and this book did not disappoint! I loved it. I read the first 65% of it in one night before I finally admitted to myself that I should get at least a little sleep. And then, I didn't want the story to end, so I started procrastinating finishing it. I was drawn in immediately. The forest setting seemed so peaceful, and I immediately identified with Emily. (My best friend is actually majoring in the same field that she did, which was something else that caught my interest.) I like the local sheriff, who seems like the kind of guy I'd like to take out for a coffee, and the character of Mr. Commando Bigfoot-Hunter was realistically painted out. There were no cardboard cut-outs characters here; they all had depth and their own motivations and desires. I loved reading about the myths and how they were tied in to another fascinating, more recent theory on Bigfoot's origins.
I'd really like to know when the next book is coming out...I decided to follow the author in the hopes of receiving updates on the sequel, as this is part of a planned trilogy. I will definitely be reading the next book. I am so grateful as to have received an ebook version of this book through a Goodreads First Reads giveaway.
August 11, 2018
If I asked you if you believe in Bigfoot, what would your answer be? Yes. No. Well, maybe. What's a bigfoot? Are you nuts? Sure, and I believe in the Easter Bunny too. Plenty of people do believe in it, and too many of them arm themselves and go traipsing off into the mountains to find then kill it. But what do they know about Bigfoot? Is it a survivor of primitive man with others of its kind hidden in the forest? Is it an anatomically different kind of a bear? Is it real or fake? This book is a great adventure story with law enforcement, the Forest Service, hunters, and some ordinary people thrown in for good measure. Believer or not, you will enjoy this book.
I won this e-book in a Goodreads giveaway.
I won this e-book in a Goodreads giveaway.
July 2, 2018
Loved it!
Without giving anything away there are certain aspects of Bigfoot lore I'm wary of. However, this story was masterfully plotted and beautifully written. I hooked the instant I began reading.
Without giving anything away there are certain aspects of Bigfoot lore I'm wary of. However, this story was masterfully plotted and beautifully written. I hooked the instant I began reading.
August 2, 2018
Fun Read
I received this book through a Goodreads giveaway. I have always been interested in Bigfoot and found this book entertaining. I liked how it was set up to intertwine several plots. I felt the characters could have been more developed and I was left with a lot of unanswered questions. Still, if you have ever been interested at all in Bigfoot, you will find this an enjoyable, quick read.
I received this book through a Goodreads giveaway. I have always been interested in Bigfoot and found this book entertaining. I liked how it was set up to intertwine several plots. I felt the characters could have been more developed and I was left with a lot of unanswered questions. Still, if you have ever been interested at all in Bigfoot, you will find this an enjoyable, quick read.
October 29, 2018
An interesting yarn, for sure, and a unique perspective. Good plot, promising venture, but too much backstory on the characters. Applying that pesky “show instead of tell” writing protocol would have allowed the novel to move along at a finer pace. Other than that, an enjoyable read.
June 21, 2018
Loved it!
July 12, 2018
Won in a goodreads giveaway. It was ok. It was paced well at times, but other times it seemed fragmented. Not my favorite but not a horrible read.
July 19, 2018
Great read
August 4, 2018
I won this book from Goodreads giveaway. It was interesting to hear about the different versions of folklore concerning Bigfoot. Fast read but there needs to be more character development Otherwise an okay read
September 8, 2018
SLOW
This might be a great book, and some day I will attempt to read it again. But it has not grabbed my attention and I'm not in the mood to force myself to read it. Giveaway win.
This might be a great book, and some day I will attempt to read it again. But it has not grabbed my attention and I'm not in the mood to force myself to read it. Giveaway win.
November 16, 2018
What a wonderful read! I've recommended it to many friends!
December 5, 2018
I just love everything about bigfoot and this is one of the best books. Loved it,
March 3, 2019
Good book!
Begins slowly but stick it out for a fun story! It is very thought provoking story with some twists and turns.
Begins slowly but stick it out for a fun story! It is very thought provoking story with some twists and turns.
June 27, 2018
Bigfoot is very different from the type of books I usually read. However, I did enjoy it. I liked that the origin story was different from any I'd heard before, and I thought it was integrated into the action of the story well. My biggest complaint was the number of characters introduced in such a short novel. Knowing the book is the first in the series explains this, but I found a few of the characters flat. I will be interested to see where the story goes next.
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June 14, 2018Well, I read the book in two (2) days so I must have thought the book was highly entertaining. The book explored a theory that Bigfoot was a visitor from outer space. The book begins millenniums ago when a primitive tribe sees a bright falling star and believes it means an evil spirit has come to wipe out their people. A few of the best warriors were dispatched to kill the spirit and save the people. The warriors proved no match for the being and all was thought to be lost until a shaman went to speak to the thing which proved to be a "traveler king" sent to help the indigenous people (Incas) create a great kingdom which he ruled until the people proved to be unworthy. The being then decided to leave the people an spend his time in the woods. Being from outer space he had supernatural powers that allowed him to remain undetected for the most part. His time on earth was limited due to a slow decomposition of his body due to our atmosphere but he stayed for thousands of years.
Fast forward to 1972...a young boy on his first hunting trip with his dad ran into Bigfoot. His dad accidentally fired off a shot and was killed by Bigfoot. The boy swore revenge and spent his life looking for the being. Fast forward to the present...
The boy (Karl) and his ex-military team connects with a young lady working for the National Wildlife Service and a local sheriff at a small town in Washington State where thee were a number of incidents reported. The remainder of the book is about the interactions between these characters and Bigfoot. Near the end of the book we find out that life as we know it will end in 2033...a bit depressing.
Fast forward to 1972...a young boy on his first hunting trip with his dad ran into Bigfoot. His dad accidentally fired off a shot and was killed by Bigfoot. The boy swore revenge and spent his life looking for the being. Fast forward to the present...
The boy (Karl) and his ex-military team connects with a young lady working for the National Wildlife Service and a local sheriff at a small town in Washington State where thee were a number of incidents reported. The remainder of the book is about the interactions between these characters and Bigfoot. Near the end of the book we find out that life as we know it will end in 2033...a bit depressing.
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September 22, 2018Goodreads giveaway. DNF. Did not grab my attention.
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