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Stonecroft Saga #8
Shoshone Summer
BEST-SELLING AUTHOR B.N. RUNDELL KEEPS YOU COMING BACK FOR MORE IN THE FAST-MOVING STONECROFT SAGA.
What started as a joyous reunion of friends, soon became one of the most challenging periods of their lives. Chosen as scouts for the Kuccuntikka village of the Shoshone for their trek to the grand encampment of the Shoshone, their encounter with the scouts from the Tukkutikka band would set them on a different course altogether. When Gabe meets the war leader of the other band, he is challenged at every turn by the woman warrior, his equal on every count. But when they are attacked by Blackfoot, a battle rages…
When a raiding party of Hidatsa warriors strike another band of Shoshone, an old friend, the war leader of the Agaideka Shoshone, asks Gabe and Ezra to join in the vengeance party to rescue the five captive girls, one of whom is his niece known as Sacajawea. But raiding Blackfoot and Hidatsa war parties were not the only challenges for the two explorers. When a jealous Shoshone warrior tries to take the place of the woman warrior war leader and seeks vengeance, the fight rages with both the war leader known as Cougar Woman and her new mate, Spirit Bear – also known as Gabe Stonecroft.
What started as a joyous reunion of friends, soon became one of the most challenging periods of their lives. Chosen as scouts for the Kuccuntikka village of the Shoshone for their trek to the grand encampment of the Shoshone, their encounter with the scouts from the Tukkutikka band would set them on a different course altogether. When Gabe meets the war leader of the other band, he is challenged at every turn by the woman warrior, his equal on every count. But when they are attacked by Blackfoot, a battle rages…
When a raiding party of Hidatsa warriors strike another band of Shoshone, an old friend, the war leader of the Agaideka Shoshone, asks Gabe and Ezra to join in the vengeance party to rescue the five captive girls, one of whom is his niece known as Sacajawea. But raiding Blackfoot and Hidatsa war parties were not the only challenges for the two explorers. When a jealous Shoshone warrior tries to take the place of the woman warrior war leader and seeks vengeance, the fight rages with both the war leader known as Cougar Woman and her new mate, Spirit Bear – also known as Gabe Stonecroft.
288 pages, Kindle Edition
Published August 12, 2020
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B.N. Rundell
88 books84 followersBorn and raised in Colorado into a family of ranchers and cowboys, B.N. Rundell is the youngest of seven sons. Juggling bull riding, skiing, and high school, graduation was a launching pad for a hitch in the Army Paratroopers. After the army, he finished his college education in Springfield, MO, and together with his wife and growing family, entered the ministry as a Baptist preacher.
Together, B.N. and Dawn raised four girls that are now married and have made them proud grandparents. With many years as a successful pastor and educator, he retired from the ministry and followed in the footsteps of his entrepreneurial father and started a successful insurance agency, which is now in the hands of his trusted nephew. He has also been a successful audiobook narrator and has recorded many books for several award-winning authors. Now finally realizing his life-long dream, B.N. has turned his efforts to writing a variety of books, from children’s picture books and young adult adventure books, to the historical fiction and western genres which are his first love.
Together, B.N. and Dawn raised four girls that are now married and have made them proud grandparents. With many years as a successful pastor and educator, he retired from the ministry and followed in the footsteps of his entrepreneurial father and started a successful insurance agency, which is now in the hands of his trusted nephew. He has also been a successful audiobook narrator and has recorded many books for several award-winning authors. Now finally realizing his life-long dream, B.N. has turned his efforts to writing a variety of books, from children’s picture books and young adult adventure books, to the historical fiction and western genres which are his first love.
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August 14, 2020
Bob Rundell – Stonecroft Sagas Bk 8 – Shoshone Summer – Reviewed 8/13/20 – Read 8/12/20
The affairs of the heart can sure tangle you up if you are not careful, especially if she is almost your equal!!!
Wolf and Gabe Stone have returned from Saint Louis and are settling in again with his friend Ezra and his wife, Dove. He was so happy to be out of the big city and among friends again. Especially now that Ezra and Dove have a new baby. It is almost mid-summer and time for the Grand Encampment. Every year all the Shoshone gather to trade and reunite with old friends and family. The three talk it over and decide to go, but Gabe wanted to know if they would have to travel with the village. He explained that every woman there would be trying to get him hitched. They decided to do the scouting of the trail and to leave the next morning. They could leave clear trail signs and possibly leave them meat along the way.
After waking, Wolf and Gabe headed up the mountain so that Gabe could spend his time with his Father, which was his habit every morning. It was so peaceful watching the sky light up the world with its beautiful colors. Suddenly Wolf nudged him and started whimpering, knowing his friend so well, he knew it could only mean trouble. Taking off at a trot, the two made it back to their cabin as Ezra stepped out. Gabe told him to grab the rifles and follow them, Wolf took off again, with Gabe right behind him. As they topped the ridge, Gabe saw the problem! Wolves!!!!
And now the story begins…
What did I like? I have gone to numerous meetups that the Native Americans hold, and it is a wonderful adventure. So many dances, lots of food, everything from feathers to blankets and so much more. I love the friendship that Gabe, Ezra, and Dove have with Wolf. That of course, is not one of my past pleasures, having a wolf. Although I have had several dogs that would look out after me. I even had one that would not let my daughter get even close to the water’s edge. I thought it was awesome, she did not!!!! The most spectacular thing I love about Bob’s books is his knowledge of the places that Gabe and Ezra visit. I have traveled extensively during my lifetime, and my love for nature is one that I photograph all the time. Bob’s descriptions bring to my mind’s eye the wonderous sights.
What will you like? Here is another incredible chapter in the Stonecroft Sagas. The exciting action will grab you in the beginning and will not let go till the final page turns. The characters are the best though when you see them with their unique hairstyles, clothing, and weapons. The breathtaking landscape will come alive for you, taking you from the glorious sunrises to the beauty of the sunsets. Mountains, valleys, trees, and lakes will shine in your mind as they travel to the meetup. Bob’s books are one of the most descriptive and detailed, I have ever read. Not to say that others are not, but he wakes the mind and eyes up to the wondrous gift that we have received in our surroundings. Be prepared for an incredible read that will capture your heart! It goes without saying, another wonderful book for your Western Library!
• File Size: 5464 KB
• Print Length: 219 pages
• Publisher: Wolfpack Publishing (August 12, 2020)
• Publication Date: August 12, 2020
• ASIN: B08CRZFQK5
• Genre: Louis L’Amour Western, Frontier & Pioneer Western Fiction, Western Fiction Classics
The affairs of the heart can sure tangle you up if you are not careful, especially if she is almost your equal!!!
Wolf and Gabe Stone have returned from Saint Louis and are settling in again with his friend Ezra and his wife, Dove. He was so happy to be out of the big city and among friends again. Especially now that Ezra and Dove have a new baby. It is almost mid-summer and time for the Grand Encampment. Every year all the Shoshone gather to trade and reunite with old friends and family. The three talk it over and decide to go, but Gabe wanted to know if they would have to travel with the village. He explained that every woman there would be trying to get him hitched. They decided to do the scouting of the trail and to leave the next morning. They could leave clear trail signs and possibly leave them meat along the way.
After waking, Wolf and Gabe headed up the mountain so that Gabe could spend his time with his Father, which was his habit every morning. It was so peaceful watching the sky light up the world with its beautiful colors. Suddenly Wolf nudged him and started whimpering, knowing his friend so well, he knew it could only mean trouble. Taking off at a trot, the two made it back to their cabin as Ezra stepped out. Gabe told him to grab the rifles and follow them, Wolf took off again, with Gabe right behind him. As they topped the ridge, Gabe saw the problem! Wolves!!!!
And now the story begins…
What did I like? I have gone to numerous meetups that the Native Americans hold, and it is a wonderful adventure. So many dances, lots of food, everything from feathers to blankets and so much more. I love the friendship that Gabe, Ezra, and Dove have with Wolf. That of course, is not one of my past pleasures, having a wolf. Although I have had several dogs that would look out after me. I even had one that would not let my daughter get even close to the water’s edge. I thought it was awesome, she did not!!!! The most spectacular thing I love about Bob’s books is his knowledge of the places that Gabe and Ezra visit. I have traveled extensively during my lifetime, and my love for nature is one that I photograph all the time. Bob’s descriptions bring to my mind’s eye the wonderous sights.
What will you like? Here is another incredible chapter in the Stonecroft Sagas. The exciting action will grab you in the beginning and will not let go till the final page turns. The characters are the best though when you see them with their unique hairstyles, clothing, and weapons. The breathtaking landscape will come alive for you, taking you from the glorious sunrises to the beauty of the sunsets. Mountains, valleys, trees, and lakes will shine in your mind as they travel to the meetup. Bob’s books are one of the most descriptive and detailed, I have ever read. Not to say that others are not, but he wakes the mind and eyes up to the wondrous gift that we have received in our surroundings. Be prepared for an incredible read that will capture your heart! It goes without saying, another wonderful book for your Western Library!
• File Size: 5464 KB
• Print Length: 219 pages
• Publisher: Wolfpack Publishing (August 12, 2020)
• Publication Date: August 12, 2020
• ASIN: B08CRZFQK5
• Genre: Louis L’Amour Western, Frontier & Pioneer Western Fiction, Western Fiction Classics
September 19, 2020
Another good book. My only complaint might be is that it was a travelogue as well as a novel. I am sure that the mountains, valleys and rivers were all beautiful, and that the eruptions at Yellowstone were something to behold (and smell), but at times, the descriptions seemed excessive.
September 23, 2020
Another excellent sequel!
This sequence of books continues to be consistently excellent. There is no "rise or fall" in quality or readability. There are a couple of noticeable errors in this book but not enough to worry about. Have already purchased no. 9.
This sequence of books continues to be consistently excellent. There is no "rise or fall" in quality or readability. There are a couple of noticeable errors in this book but not enough to worry about. Have already purchased no. 9.
February 3, 2021
Excellent story of faith.
Gabe finds his match as he defends against attackers. Just because someone is bigger does not make them better. Often, it makes them a bully. The meet a woman war leader and are amazed. Highly recommended for all readers.
Gabe finds his match as he defends against attackers. Just because someone is bigger does not make them better. Often, it makes them a bully. The meet a woman war leader and are amazed. Highly recommended for all readers.
May 13, 2021
4 Stars
The Stonecroft saga continues with Gabe and Ezra Heading to a gathering of this tribes. On the way they meet Cougar Woman war leader of a band of the Shoshone. And Gabe soon is smitten with the woman warrior.
The Stonecroft saga continues with Gabe and Ezra Heading to a gathering of this tribes. On the way they meet Cougar Woman war leader of a band of the Shoshone. And Gabe soon is smitten with the woman warrior.
October 25, 2022
Wonderful
As always, this was a wonderful story with all the ingredients necessary for producing a great western and/it mountain man book. There are battles, travels, horses and last but not least romances.
As always, this was a wonderful story with all the ingredients necessary for producing a great western and/it mountain man book. There are battles, travels, horses and last but not least romances.
August 14, 2020
This series doesn’t disappoint. I’m ready for the next installment! In this book I especially enjoyed the description of Yellowstone’s features.
August 19, 2020
I can't get enough of Gabe & Ezra and their adventures! I hope this series continues for a very long time!
August 21, 2020
Excellent
A new member to the party, a settled scored, some more explored country. I'm genuinely looking forward to what the next installment of the Stone croft saga will bring.
A new member to the party, a settled scored, some more explored country. I'm genuinely looking forward to what the next installment of the Stone croft saga will bring.
August 30, 2020
Shoshone Summer
Have enjoyed the Stonecroft Saga books immensely! Can't wait for the next book to come out and read about the latest adventures of Gabe and Ezra!!
Have enjoyed the Stonecroft Saga books immensely! Can't wait for the next book to come out and read about the latest adventures of Gabe and Ezra!!
September 5, 2020
Great!
Good story, good characters, and good action. God is always a great addition to any story, and having the characters act it out is very good.
Good story, good characters, and good action. God is always a great addition to any story, and having the characters act it out is very good.
September 25, 2020
good selection in the series.
September 29, 2020
All of this series is great hard to put down
October 15, 2020
Second story I have read by this author
The reason that I read this story was because I enjoyed the other story I had just read. The author did not disappoint.
The reason that I read this story was because I enjoyed the other story I had just read. The author did not disappoint.
December 17, 2020
Another good read
Rundell really has a handle on the genre. Always enjoy his work and he manages somehow to give us a new character to enjoy ( or hate) in every book
Rundell really has a handle on the genre. Always enjoy his work and he manages somehow to give us a new character to enjoy ( or hate) in every book
January 1, 2021
Restfull
Wandering the land, enjoying the freedom of the people, both Natives & Whites makes for a time of growing. That it would be the same today .
Wandering the land, enjoying the freedom of the people, both Natives & Whites makes for a time of growing. That it would be the same today .
January 18, 2021
Loved the story . Always the next bit of excitement around the corner. New love connections. New drama with other Indian tribes. Big fight scenes. Can’t wait for the next adventure
March 10, 2021
Good book
Read all of the books in order to really enjoy. Storyline continues to grow with the books. Characters are realistic and get better and better.
Read all of the books in order to really enjoy. Storyline continues to grow with the books. Characters are realistic and get better and better.
March 23, 2021
Living in wild new country
The writing is excellent and the flow of the story is Goodreads. I especially like the show of respect to God and the country that they live in.
The writing is excellent and the flow of the story is Goodreads. I especially like the show of respect to God and the country that they live in.
June 30, 2021
Shoshone Summer (Stonecroft Saga book 8)
I have really enjoyed this story. It held my attention through the whole book. It deserved all five stars. I will read more in the series
I have really enjoyed this story. It held my attention through the whole book. It deserved all five stars. I will read more in the series
July 14, 2021
He left and returned
This was a more slow reading and not as exciting as previous volumes. I enjoyed it but it lacked something for me
This was a more slow reading and not as exciting as previous volumes. I enjoyed it but it lacked something for me
August 14, 2020
i enjoyed this epic tale of adventure, these chaps do more in a year than most folk do in a lifetime!
They are always so laid back and brave. I have holidayed in the area covered by these stories so it is all far more real to me as I know the countryside covered by these stories.
I can recommend this book, one of a series, as a really good read.
They are always so laid back and brave. I have holidayed in the area covered by these stories so it is all far more real to me as I know the countryside covered by these stories.
I can recommend this book, one of a series, as a really good read.
August 14, 2020
Amazing Historically Accurate Early Frontier Lifestyle and Survival
Soon after beginning Rundell's early frontier tales of two childhood friends transitioning into experienced mountain men, readers can almost smell the beautiful outdoors, campfires and unwashed divisions and bodies! With survival as the constant focus, all characters portray real life, and death, on the early frontier.
Soon after beginning Rundell's early frontier tales of two childhood friends transitioning into experienced mountain men, readers can almost smell the beautiful outdoors, campfires and unwashed divisions and bodies! With survival as the constant focus, all characters portray real life, and death, on the early frontier.
August 14, 2020
The ongoing saga of friends Gabe and Ezra's intent to explore the far western territory continues with Gabe finding a warrior wife. The thing that makes these books interesting is the description of the lands and peoples they come into contact with.
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