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Ussher Family #1
The Salvation of Eli Ussher
Out on the windswept plains, a captive boy is torn from his Comanche family and returned to the world of the white man — a world he finds even more cruel and unforgiving than the wild western frontier. In 1870s Texas, with the Indians all but defeated, a lone white captive is surrendered by Comanches to the Indian agent at Fort Sill. All the boy remembers about the family he was born to is that they were murdered in the raid when he was taken prisoner seven winters earlier. Unable to recall his birth name or the English he used to speak, he recognizes only his Comanche name, Broken Wing. At the fort he’s renamed Johnny and adopted by a man who vows to beat every trace of Indian from the boy. In a night of violence, his new father dies and soon Johnny’s on the run, wanted for murder. Caught between two worlds and unwelcome in both, Johnny sets out to forge a new life. He finds solace among the wild mustang horses with whom he feels a kinship. But when the law catches up with him he learns everything he believed about his family is false. And when he’s put on trial for murder he discovers prejudice rather than the truth could see him hang. "A most creative and unique western ... certainly the most entertaining story this summer." Enjoy first installment of this epic new series, a classic Western Family Saga from Sam Scott. No profanity or swearing, and always a happily ever after ending.
460 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 25, 2020
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August 4, 2020
I have been a follower of Mr. Scott from day one of my Kindle usage, but this outstanding compassionately motivated story is one of his very best. Eli is definitely worthy of following and the discovery of his brother is more than heartwarming entertainment!
Definitely five stars worthy, and more but we know the limitations! Some of the most compelling storylines I have ever read. A very compassionately entertaining revelation of how some of our forefathers were treated, as they continuously faced the Indians, who defended the loss of their lands! Too, the character selections could not have been more perfectly selected for their commanding assignments from beginning to end.
The reunification of Johnny (Eli), and his brother Grady, certainly was an outstanding revelation, and quiet coincidental, which, in itself was definitely a heartwarming incident in its self! Johnny believed himself to be the sole survivor of his family, after the initial Indian attack of their ranch. He was taken by the Comanche completely unaware his brother have been captured by the Kiowa. Very heartwarming, but especially touching episodes from beginning to end!
Most definitely recommend this realistically motivated renditions of old American western folklore adventures, and the never ending suspenseful episodes throughout the entire book! There are never ending descriptive storylines that just reaches out and grabs your undivided attention from beginning to end. Even most of you non-western enthusiasts will find yourselves completely mesmerized by the authenticity of the Author's enviable ability to have you becoming totally engrossed with Johnny, and his many ongoing exploits! Failure to follow Johnny will, most definitely, be your loss!!!😃
Definitely five stars worthy, and more but we know the limitations! Some of the most compelling storylines I have ever read. A very compassionately entertaining revelation of how some of our forefathers were treated, as they continuously faced the Indians, who defended the loss of their lands! Too, the character selections could not have been more perfectly selected for their commanding assignments from beginning to end.
The reunification of Johnny (Eli), and his brother Grady, certainly was an outstanding revelation, and quiet coincidental, which, in itself was definitely a heartwarming incident in its self! Johnny believed himself to be the sole survivor of his family, after the initial Indian attack of their ranch. He was taken by the Comanche completely unaware his brother have been captured by the Kiowa. Very heartwarming, but especially touching episodes from beginning to end!
Most definitely recommend this realistically motivated renditions of old American western folklore adventures, and the never ending suspenseful episodes throughout the entire book! There are never ending descriptive storylines that just reaches out and grabs your undivided attention from beginning to end. Even most of you non-western enthusiasts will find yourselves completely mesmerized by the authenticity of the Author's enviable ability to have you becoming totally engrossed with Johnny, and his many ongoing exploits! Failure to follow Johnny will, most definitely, be your loss!!!😃
July 31, 2020
The Salvation Salvation of Eli Ussher: A Western Frontier Saga (Ussher Family Book 1)
Broken Wing was the name he was known by. Now, his life before he was taken by the Indians was forgotten, after all he was, maybe , seven when he was taken. Now the Blue Coates tell his people that all white captives must be returned, and that was what he was, white. Give to a man who was cruel and wicked, the only thing he could think about , at first, was to run away. Then he realized that if he was to survive in the white world, that he needed to learn to read and write..That didn't mean he had to stay, some things are just inevitable. Really Great Read!!!
Broken Wing was the name he was known by. Now, his life before he was taken by the Indians was forgotten, after all he was, maybe , seven when he was taken. Now the Blue Coates tell his people that all white captives must be returned, and that was what he was, white. Give to a man who was cruel and wicked, the only thing he could think about , at first, was to run away. Then he realized that if he was to survive in the white world, that he needed to learn to read and write..That didn't mean he had to stay, some things are just inevitable. Really Great Read!!!
August 22, 2020
This is a well written story of a 8 year old boy abducted by the Comanche in 1870’s Texas. Taken to Ft Sill, young Eli is sent with a farmer to Parker County, Texas. Treated like a a slave, he is forced to defend himself and flee. He later meets a black horse breaker and quickly becomes an accomplished mustanger. He’s later arrested for the murder of the farmer and finds his older brother whom he had thought dead before being cleared by reason of self defense. A really interesting story with the hint of a future romance, this is a must read.
December 11, 2021
A Powerful Western Adventure
This is an authentic story of a journey taken by a child abducted by Comanche, integrated into the tribe then forcibly removed and expected to suddenly become a white person again. He has forgotten his original language, customs and even his name. He is subjected to extreme prejudice and cruelty but remains strong as he rebuilds himself by the unexpected help of new companions. This book was very engaging, refreshing and totally worth reading.
This is an authentic story of a journey taken by a child abducted by Comanche, integrated into the tribe then forcibly removed and expected to suddenly become a white person again. He has forgotten his original language, customs and even his name. He is subjected to extreme prejudice and cruelty but remains strong as he rebuilds himself by the unexpected help of new companions. This book was very engaging, refreshing and totally worth reading.
July 3, 2020
White Indian
A good read about a boy captured by the Indians. Pulled from the only family he knows he is returned to the foreign white people for , essentially, reeducation. He interacts with a white woman who had been captured the Kiowas. A good story about the two different dynamics.
A good read about a boy captured by the Indians. Pulled from the only family he knows he is returned to the foreign white people for , essentially, reeducation. He interacts with a white woman who had been captured the Kiowas. A good story about the two different dynamics.
September 17, 2020
A Most wonderful read
Elite Ussher..Broken Wing..Johnny...then Johnny Ghoulson...Johnny Gee then back to his birth name! But the story that is told about this young mans life is worth every word written! Mr Scott has certainly captured the feelings and life of a child abducted by Indians!
Elite Ussher..Broken Wing..Johnny...then Johnny Ghoulson...Johnny Gee then back to his birth name! But the story that is told about this young mans life is worth every word written! Mr Scott has certainly captured the feelings and life of a child abducted by Indians!
January 5, 2021
Lots of twists and turns in this one. The story line took a while to grab me, and there were times early on that I was tempted to put this one back on the shelf. After I had gotten into the story, there were times that the story would lag a bit, but then one of those turns would show up and pull you back into the story.
February 19, 2023
Excellent book - couldn't put it down. Never boring or slow.
I really liked this storyline. It rang true. The characters rang true. Just like today's times, people are judgemental, cruel and prejudiced. Thankfully there are good people interspersed among us - both then and now. Can't wait to continue this saga.
I really liked this storyline. It rang true. The characters rang true. Just like today's times, people are judgemental, cruel and prejudiced. Thankfully there are good people interspersed among us - both then and now. Can't wait to continue this saga.
March 15, 2023
Excellent story. Hard to put down.
This book tells the story of a boy who was taken by Comanche and eventually returned to white men. The prejudice against him runs throughout the story. The horses he encounters, how he trains them, and the gentleness he demonstrates with them tells what kind of man he will be. I really liked the characters, and enjoyed reading this book.
This book tells the story of a boy who was taken by Comanche and eventually returned to white men. The prejudice against him runs throughout the story. The horses he encounters, how he trains them, and the gentleness he demonstrates with them tells what kind of man he will be. I really liked the characters, and enjoyed reading this book.
July 7, 2020
An excellent narrative that starts off very slow but soon becomes exciting. The title is misleading as it is not a book about religious salvation. Notwithstanding, it is a clean profanity and sex free novel. Something very hard to find these days.
July 16, 2020
The Salvation of Eli Ussher (1).
.This was a great action and adventure story that was a real test of wills and perseverance that was at that time , a real test but a good solid story line.
.This was a great action and adventure story that was a real test of wills and perseverance that was at that time , a real test but a good solid story line.
August 5, 2020
Excellent book
A real insight into what life was really like living in a country run by white mans' greed. Every day folk had to live with the consequences of the natives being lied to and cheated. Not for the faint hearted. Can't wait for the next installment.
A real insight into what life was really like living in a country run by white mans' greed. Every day folk had to live with the consequences of the natives being lied to and cheated. Not for the faint hearted. Can't wait for the next installment.
August 26, 2020
Everything promised delivered!
Can't wait for the next book! Perfectly written western without any vulgarity or offensiveness. Great story from multiple perspectives and issues of the time. Wonderfully edited!
Can't wait for the next book! Perfectly written western without any vulgarity or offensiveness. Great story from multiple perspectives and issues of the time. Wonderfully edited!
September 28, 2020
What a page turned ! One of the few I could not put down . I was solo pleased with the ending
This was one of the few I neglected doing other things to read . My wife had a severe hand surgery and I had to stay by her to help and could not put this book down
This was one of the few I neglected doing other things to read . My wife had a severe hand surgery and I had to stay by her to help and could not put this book down
September 30, 2020
New author To me
A very unusual book I enjoyed it very much looking forward to the next book and the series It is hard to fine authors That do not use Foul language It has enough length To keep you interested
A very unusual book I enjoyed it very much looking forward to the next book and the series It is hard to fine authors That do not use Foul language It has enough length To keep you interested
November 1, 2020
It’s a good’un
It’s a grabber. When I had to stop to do a chore I was loathe to do it. I believe that you can’t get realism and authenticity like this without research and hard work.
It’s a grabber. When I had to stop to do a chore I was loathe to do it. I believe that you can’t get realism and authenticity like this without research and hard work.
January 25, 2021
Great Western
A really exciting saga starting with his capture by the Comanche. His life trying to learn to live once again as white. An awesome read. It would make a great movie! Want to read more by this author.
A really exciting saga starting with his capture by the Comanche. His life trying to learn to live once again as white. An awesome read. It would make a great movie! Want to read more by this author.
April 2, 2021
Pure enjoyment
An excellent story of how a boy grows out of tradegy. Parents killed by indians, raise with them for seven years. He had to start all over, bad adoptive parent before he found his way. Learn to train horses and then find love.
An excellent story of how a boy grows out of tradegy. Parents killed by indians, raise with them for seven years. He had to start all over, bad adoptive parent before he found his way. Learn to train horses and then find love.
January 3, 2022
Surprised
At first when starting to read this book I wasn't sure I would like it. But I was pleasantly surprised. This book I highly recommend. Very
interesting and hard to put down. I can wait to read book 2.
At first when starting to read this book I wasn't sure I would like it. But I was pleasantly surprised. This book I highly recommend. Very
interesting and hard to put down. I can wait to read book 2.
January 12, 2022
Ussher family book 1 excellent read!
Well written, articulate in creating a wonderful story that brought out feelings and emotions related to each situation described. Hard to put the book down. Anxious to begin Book 2.
Well written, articulate in creating a wonderful story that brought out feelings and emotions related to each situation described. Hard to put the book down. Anxious to begin Book 2.
February 7, 2022
A Great Series
If you enjoy western stories with a little romance and some action, you will like this series. Mr Scott writes a good series about the Issuer family. I like that he wrote a book on each member of the family.
If you enjoy western stories with a little romance and some action, you will like this series. Mr Scott writes a good series about the Issuer family. I like that he wrote a book on each member of the family.
July 8, 2020
Good read
I enjoyed the book, but a little drawn out in places. Story was enjoyable, and nice ending. Also no bad language.
I enjoyed the book, but a little drawn out in places. Story was enjoyable, and nice ending. Also no bad language.
July 15, 2020
Great story
Enjoy all of Scott's books! Especially enjoyed this story of Eli. Really look forward to this saga and more adventures!
Enjoy all of Scott's books! Especially enjoyed this story of Eli. Really look forward to this saga and more adventures!
July 18, 2020
A history lrsson
I did not know this about. The Indians taking the white childreno.A bit wordy but a wonderful resd.I'M looking forward to the next boik.
I did not know this about. The Indians taking the white childreno.A bit wordy but a wonderful resd.I'M looking forward to the next boik.
July 21, 2020
Couldn't Put It Down
Great book so good it kept me up half the night reading it. I can't wait for the next book.
Great book so good it kept me up half the night reading it. I can't wait for the next book.
July 22, 2020
Excellent story!!
All the good parts of a good western story, with the freeing of a deputy by the accused as a cherry. Why wasn't that brought up at the trial?
All the good parts of a good western story, with the freeing of a deputy by the accused as a cherry. Why wasn't that brought up at the trial?
July 28, 2020
Rcsva13
Great reading and I hope the next book in this series comes out quickly. I will be following this author
Great reading and I hope the next book in this series comes out quickly. I will be following this author
August 13, 2020
Back again
The story of a kidnapped boy who the Indians had stolen and his return to white civilization and the way people treated him
The story of a kidnapped boy who the Indians had stolen and his return to white civilization and the way people treated him
August 25, 2020
Great tale
Read many westerns. Better plot and character development than most. Waiting for the sequel hopeful to find it as good
Read many westerns. Better plot and character development than most. Waiting for the sequel hopeful to find it as good
September 3, 2020
Good book
Read all of the books in order to really enjoy it. Storyline continues to grow and develop. Characters are realistic and get better and better.
Read all of the books in order to really enjoy it. Storyline continues to grow and develop. Characters are realistic and get better and better.
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