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Iroquois #1
Wind Warrior
Leslie Michaels is a visionary, and only those close to her know of her special gift and the visions that come when her mind and body surrender to sleep. Fate has a way of righting many wrongs, and for Leslie it is a destiny that changes her life dramatically. But not before she is forced to flee into the wilderness to escape a murderous trapper bent on claiming her for his very own. Faith and a strong will to survive are her only companions, until she encounters Winnokin, the handsome Seneca war chief who first came to her in her dreams. Not only does he prove to be her rescuer and protector, he teaches her that tragedy can breed happiness and the passion to live and love deeply once again. Wind Warrior plunges readers into the intimate depths of a relationship that unfolds like a live drama before their eyes while painting an insightful and intriguing portrait of Native Indian life in the 1800s. It is a story of longing, of a wanton need to survive all odds, and a love so strong it conquers human evil. Wind Warrior expresses with cunning words the simple, raw human emotions that hold readers spellbound and captivate their hearts.
304 pages, Paperback
First published June 15, 2010
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About the author
Cynthia Roberts
20 books168 followersI was an avid reader of romance fiction before I was able to follow my dream of becoming a published author.
It took nearly thirty hard-knock years before beginning that journey. If not for them, however, I never would have known how to create the kind of raw, human, emotion I want my readers to feel during their journey into my world of contemporary, historical, and suspense romances.
You'll find my characters relatable, flawed, sometimes wounded and broken who eventually find what we all seek out of life ... a deep connection, being understood and accepted, and with an ever-lasting love grown from it all. I write about life and the lessons learned from its experiences and welcome you into my world. Be prepared to laugh, cry, and hopefully be inspired in some small way.
Have a blessed day & hugs from me to you.icons located at the bottom of my w
It took nearly thirty hard-knock years before beginning that journey. If not for them, however, I never would have known how to create the kind of raw, human, emotion I want my readers to feel during their journey into my world of contemporary, historical, and suspense romances.
You'll find my characters relatable, flawed, sometimes wounded and broken who eventually find what we all seek out of life ... a deep connection, being understood and accepted, and with an ever-lasting love grown from it all. I write about life and the lessons learned from its experiences and welcome you into my world. Be prepared to laugh, cry, and hopefully be inspired in some small way.
Have a blessed day & hugs from me to you.icons located at the bottom of my w
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December 10, 2021
Wind Warrior is one of the first purely historical romance novels I have read. Taking place in the time when the west was still wild and settlers were starting to pioneer into Native American lands, we find two different cultures at odds with each other.
Leslie, a trapper's daughter who'd faced past heartbreaks and trials, has been dreaming of love. When her world turns upside down once more, and she's forced to flee from her home, it leads her on an unexpected journey.
Winnokin, leader of the local tribe, has been having his own visions of Leslie. So when he has a premonition of her in danger, he sets out on a quest to find her.
When they finally meet, sparks fly, and passion runs high as we follow them through the twists and turns of the story.
Overall, I really enjoyed this book. It's a very soft, sweet romance novel that's easy to read and enjoy. I look forward to reading the second book.
Leslie, a trapper's daughter who'd faced past heartbreaks and trials, has been dreaming of love. When her world turns upside down once more, and she's forced to flee from her home, it leads her on an unexpected journey.
Winnokin, leader of the local tribe, has been having his own visions of Leslie. So when he has a premonition of her in danger, he sets out on a quest to find her.
When they finally meet, sparks fly, and passion runs high as we follow them through the twists and turns of the story.
Overall, I really enjoyed this book. It's a very soft, sweet romance novel that's easy to read and enjoy. I look forward to reading the second book.
August 4, 2023
This book was wonderful. It’s the story of Leslie, a strong-willed and open-hearted woman who dreams of her future, and Winnoken, The kind and soulful Indian Warrior she dreams of. They find each other in the forest after Leslie escapes her home, pursued by a violent man intent on taking her for his own. They find that they both have suffered heartbreak in their lives and that they can move on from their losses with each other. I loved how once Leslie was brought back to his tribe instead of continuing with her ways, she learned the ways of his people and became one of them so that she could properly be with him and loved how protective he was over her once he found her in the woods, and always fought to get her back and marry her.
November 12, 2023
What happens when you have vivid dreams of a man saving you. He is so real that you wonder when he will appear. During his life he has always had visions of a woman with light hair on a white stallion riding towards you. What happens when your last vision quest take you to this woman. This is their love story. It does involve a couple of evil people who try to destroy this young woman. This is also a story of her survival of so much tragedy and trauma.
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February 4, 2022
Wind Warrior
I hardly know where to start in my praise of this great story. I have been a fan of this genre for a while and this has been a great book.
I hardly know where to start in my praise of this great story. I have been a fan of this genre for a while and this has been a great book.
June 17, 2024
I enjoyed this book . The writing between the lovers , Leslie and Winnokie seemed to be of our modern day time and a bit cheesy.
Towards the end of chapter 11 ( the pages are not numbered ) there is this dialogue between the two of them ~ “ Thank you for making love to me in such a way. Thank you for loving me and making me whole again,”
I have a hard time believing that they spoke like that back in the day .
I have issues with some of the dialogue in this book , it just didn’t feel authentic. The book was a quick, fun read , but l am not sure how much time went into researching.
Towards the end of chapter 11 ( the pages are not numbered ) there is this dialogue between the two of them ~ “ Thank you for making love to me in such a way. Thank you for loving me and making me whole again,”
I have a hard time believing that they spoke like that back in the day .
I have issues with some of the dialogue in this book , it just didn’t feel authentic. The book was a quick, fun read , but l am not sure how much time went into researching.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
January 25, 2025
Great story!
Winnokin was a warrior. Leslie was as a white woman. She left quickly as her neighbor friend was fighting off a bad man and his bad Indian friends. Her father had just passed away in the cabin. Her friend Shaun was fighting and willing his life for her. She ran off and was so weak from travel that she hid in a dead tree and was later found by the bad man. Running Elk found the man and killed him and saved Leslie. Winnokin and Leslie went through so much to be together. Love won!
Winnokin was a warrior. Leslie was as a white woman. She left quickly as her neighbor friend was fighting off a bad man and his bad Indian friends. Her father had just passed away in the cabin. Her friend Shaun was fighting and willing his life for her. She ran off and was so weak from travel that she hid in a dead tree and was later found by the bad man. Running Elk found the man and killed him and saved Leslie. Winnokin and Leslie went through so much to be together. Love won!
June 29, 2023
I had to DNF around 60%.
The story starts off pretty rough and doesn't get much better. She literally loses everything and seems fine after about a week. The H and h spend a lot of time apart and their 'wedding' keeps getting pushed back for one reason or another. Overall, it was a frustrating read and I really couldn't like either character.
The story starts off pretty rough and doesn't get much better. She literally loses everything and seems fine after about a week. The H and h spend a lot of time apart and their 'wedding' keeps getting pushed back for one reason or another. Overall, it was a frustrating read and I really couldn't like either character.
March 7, 2022
I liked this story & the wonderful connection between Leslie & her warrior. She had survived many trials but was strong & came through them even stronger. Definitely going to read the next book in this series.
June 14, 2024
Wind Warrior
This is a good book with a great story line about a young white woman, and a young Native American man who met, and fall in love, but know they can't be together until she becomes adopted into the tribe.
This is a good book with a great story line about a young white woman, and a young Native American man who met, and fall in love, but know they can't be together until she becomes adopted into the tribe.
July 7, 2022
Amazing book
I really enjoyed this book. I could hardly wait to turn each page. Looking forward to read the next book in the series
I really enjoyed this book. I could hardly wait to turn each page. Looking forward to read the next book in the series
August 4, 2023
Loved it
It was a very good read. Did not know there would be more on the other tribd besides Seneca and other tribe!
It was a very good read. Did not know there would be more on the other tribd besides Seneca and other tribe!
September 20, 2025
Great book, can’t wait to read the second book 🥰
September 13, 2010
I'm not typically one for romance books. I hate when books stop the action to give us over-detailed sex scenes. I'd rather not know anything other than the fact that they had sex – heck, most of the time I don't think that's necessarily info that's pertinent to the plot of the book. Give me a good plot, forget about the sex. Fortunately, this was not an overly sex-filled book. In fact, the characters actually GASP! wait until they are married to do the deed. Yes, they mess around. Yes, there is some serious everything-but time with them, but they don't actually consummate their relationship until they are officially married. Having characters who wait is a breath of fresh air! This was a huge point of satisfaction for me.
So, if I don't generally like the romance genre, why'd I read this one? Honestly? Pure vanity! It's the Iroquois Series. I have Iroquois ancestry (or so I've been told), so that piqued my interest right away. I know, I know. But, hey, at least I'm honest! ;-)
Generally, the plot was interesting. It wasn't captivating, but not all stories can be. I was able to continue reading without feeling like I was torturing myself. And I was interested to see how it all played out. Leslie, the main character, was well developed. I felt we got a good idea of where she's from and what she's been through. The rest of the characters, however, I'm not so sure about. But, I know this is a series, so perhaps we'll learn more about them as the series plays out. One thing I really appreciated was how the Indian words were spelled out phonetically the first time they were presented, helping the reader to pronounce it correctly as they read along. I can appreciate that!
I have a few complaints. While overall clean, there were some grammatical errors that made me cringe – especially toward the end of the book. As an editor, I can see how that happens. You get fatigued as you go. This book could use another good editing read, with focus on the latter half. My other problem was that I felt it was overly descriptive. It felt fluffy and just silly. And, of course, this is a tour book that I no longer have in my possession, so I cannot provide an example. My apologies for that.
Overall, this was an interesting story. Will I read it again? Probably not. Would I recommend it? Maybe. Honestly, I wouldn't have read it if it wasn't for the Iroquois thing. Will I read more in the series? Sure, if the opportunity presents itself.
So, if I don't generally like the romance genre, why'd I read this one? Honestly? Pure vanity! It's the Iroquois Series. I have Iroquois ancestry (or so I've been told), so that piqued my interest right away. I know, I know. But, hey, at least I'm honest! ;-)
Generally, the plot was interesting. It wasn't captivating, but not all stories can be. I was able to continue reading without feeling like I was torturing myself. And I was interested to see how it all played out. Leslie, the main character, was well developed. I felt we got a good idea of where she's from and what she's been through. The rest of the characters, however, I'm not so sure about. But, I know this is a series, so perhaps we'll learn more about them as the series plays out. One thing I really appreciated was how the Indian words were spelled out phonetically the first time they were presented, helping the reader to pronounce it correctly as they read along. I can appreciate that!
I have a few complaints. While overall clean, there were some grammatical errors that made me cringe – especially toward the end of the book. As an editor, I can see how that happens. You get fatigued as you go. This book could use another good editing read, with focus on the latter half. My other problem was that I felt it was overly descriptive. It felt fluffy and just silly. And, of course, this is a tour book that I no longer have in my possession, so I cannot provide an example. My apologies for that.
Overall, this was an interesting story. Will I read it again? Probably not. Would I recommend it? Maybe. Honestly, I wouldn't have read it if it wasn't for the Iroquois thing. Will I read more in the series? Sure, if the opportunity presents itself.
June 24, 2010
This book was wonderful. It’s the story of Leslie, a strong-willed and open-hearted woman who dreams of her future, and Winnoken, The kind and soulful Indian Warrior she dreams of. They find each other in the forest after Leslie escapes her home, pursued by a violent man intent on taking her for his own. They find that they both have suffered heartbreak in their lives and that they can move on from their losses with each other.
It was easy to get caught up in the passion between Leslie and Winnoken and I grew to love both of them. They were both true and kind-hearted souls, meant to find each other in rough times. The passion, humor, and soulfulness of their relationship were captivating and made this a quick and interesting read. The characters surrounding them were also very loveable. It was refreshing to see the tribe presented in a good way and to be able to learn a thing or two about their spiritual beliefs and daily lives.
The author describes the scenes in great detail, without bogging you down with details and makes you feel as If you’re there in the scenes. The intense emotion she conveys through her characters makes it easy to put yourself in their shoes and feel what they’re feeling. These two abilities combined make it incredibly easy to follow and enjoy this story.
As much as I loved this book, though, I can’t give it more than 4 stars. The dialogue seemed somewhat strained and slightly awkward at times (especially in the beginning, though the author hit her stride by the middle) and there were a number of grammar/spelling errors, which were hard for me to ignore (though some minor editing would easily fix that). There were also a couple of minor story lines that seemed to go on a tangent without coming full circle into the story and seemed somewhat out of place to me. They didn’t particularly hinder the story, but I don’t think they necessarily added to it either, especially when I was really eager to find out what was going to happen next. Having said that, I could not put this book down and I really wish it had been longer. I would definitely love to read more of Leslie and Winnoken’s story.
*I won this book in a GR giveaway.
It was easy to get caught up in the passion between Leslie and Winnoken and I grew to love both of them. They were both true and kind-hearted souls, meant to find each other in rough times. The passion, humor, and soulfulness of their relationship were captivating and made this a quick and interesting read. The characters surrounding them were also very loveable. It was refreshing to see the tribe presented in a good way and to be able to learn a thing or two about their spiritual beliefs and daily lives.
The author describes the scenes in great detail, without bogging you down with details and makes you feel as If you’re there in the scenes. The intense emotion she conveys through her characters makes it easy to put yourself in their shoes and feel what they’re feeling. These two abilities combined make it incredibly easy to follow and enjoy this story.
As much as I loved this book, though, I can’t give it more than 4 stars. The dialogue seemed somewhat strained and slightly awkward at times (especially in the beginning, though the author hit her stride by the middle) and there were a number of grammar/spelling errors, which were hard for me to ignore (though some minor editing would easily fix that). There were also a couple of minor story lines that seemed to go on a tangent without coming full circle into the story and seemed somewhat out of place to me. They didn’t particularly hinder the story, but I don’t think they necessarily added to it either, especially when I was really eager to find out what was going to happen next. Having said that, I could not put this book down and I really wish it had been longer. I would definitely love to read more of Leslie and Winnoken’s story.
*I won this book in a GR giveaway.
August 9, 2010
“Wind Warrior” by Cynthia Roberts:
“Wind Warrior” is romance at its finest. Cynthia Roberts takes her readers on a magnificent ride on a white stallion that they are completely unaware of until they read about it in the story.
Leslie lives with her father Jebodiah whom she adores. In her short life, she loses her mother and then in a span of five years, marries, has a child and then becomes motherless and a widow thanks to an unexpected storm.
Their neighbor Shaun Killgallon—a childhood friend and the man who wishes to make her his wife—and her father go trapping leaving her alone in her home. Another neighbor, Red Farmer, who has it bad for Leslie and wants her for himself, tries at every turn to own her. Determined to get his way, when Jebodiah and Shaun are out on their trip, he and his rogue Indian friends find them and Red meets his mark with two arrows imbedded in Jebodiah. Shaun manages to drag him back to the cabin where both he and Leslie fight to save his life. Their efforts are futile and he succumbs to his injuries.
In the middle of the night, Leslie must escape, leaving Shaun behind to have his very life sniffed out in order for her to indeed get away. She is subject to the elements and lack of water or food and passes out. When she awakens, she doesn’t know what to think when she is cared for and healed by a strong, handsome Indian who stays by her side.
Winnoken has way too much fun allowing her to think he doesn’t understand her language and chooses a most in-opportune time to reveal his secret. Leslie is a spit-fire in every sense of the word and Winnoken is a strong, fearless, Seneca warrior and he will not be outdone by a little woman.
Their story, of course, turns into one of great love and respect for each other. His tribe is happy to welcome her with open arms and will allow them to marry—after certain traditions are met, which they are…joyfully.
With the expectation of a new life once they’re married and she is with child, it ends in the most traditional way a romance should. If you enjoy romance, you will love this book!
Reviewed by Terri Ann Armstrong author of “Morning Menace” and Executive Editor for Suspense Magazine
“Wind Warrior” is romance at its finest. Cynthia Roberts takes her readers on a magnificent ride on a white stallion that they are completely unaware of until they read about it in the story.
Leslie lives with her father Jebodiah whom she adores. In her short life, she loses her mother and then in a span of five years, marries, has a child and then becomes motherless and a widow thanks to an unexpected storm.
Their neighbor Shaun Killgallon—a childhood friend and the man who wishes to make her his wife—and her father go trapping leaving her alone in her home. Another neighbor, Red Farmer, who has it bad for Leslie and wants her for himself, tries at every turn to own her. Determined to get his way, when Jebodiah and Shaun are out on their trip, he and his rogue Indian friends find them and Red meets his mark with two arrows imbedded in Jebodiah. Shaun manages to drag him back to the cabin where both he and Leslie fight to save his life. Their efforts are futile and he succumbs to his injuries.
In the middle of the night, Leslie must escape, leaving Shaun behind to have his very life sniffed out in order for her to indeed get away. She is subject to the elements and lack of water or food and passes out. When she awakens, she doesn’t know what to think when she is cared for and healed by a strong, handsome Indian who stays by her side.
Winnoken has way too much fun allowing her to think he doesn’t understand her language and chooses a most in-opportune time to reveal his secret. Leslie is a spit-fire in every sense of the word and Winnoken is a strong, fearless, Seneca warrior and he will not be outdone by a little woman.
Their story, of course, turns into one of great love and respect for each other. His tribe is happy to welcome her with open arms and will allow them to marry—after certain traditions are met, which they are…joyfully.
With the expectation of a new life once they’re married and she is with child, it ends in the most traditional way a romance should. If you enjoy romance, you will love this book!
Reviewed by Terri Ann Armstrong author of “Morning Menace” and Executive Editor for Suspense Magazine
January 16, 2012
Leslie's life has been filled with tragedy. She married at seventeen, and by twenty-two, she was a widower, as well as losing her young son. Her husband and son were killed in a freak snowstorm. Then, shortly after, her mom passed away. Now, it is just her and her dad. One of the neighboring men is in love with Leslie, and she feels safe with him, but she doesn't love him.
Leslie has a gift, a gift of foresight, what some may call a curse. But she dreams of a warrior, handsome and Indian, he is the other half of her soul. She knows he is destined in her life but she does not know when. But one evening, Leslie has a vision of foreboding that quickly comes to pass. Her father is gravely injured by a man named Red who wants Leslie for his own. Red is accompanied by Huran Indians, and Leslie has to run away in secret to escape, leaving all she holds dear.
But while escaping, it begins to storm, and lightening strikes a tree down, trapping Leslie beneath. She is found by Winnokin, the handsome Seneca War Chief, the same man in her dreams. Winnokin helps Leslie and wants her for his own, but Seneca have their own ceremony for joining and it must be done right.
He takes Leslie back to his tribe to learn their ways before he can take her for his wife. But another young beautiful maiden despises Leslie and would rather see her dead before she weds Winnokin. While learning the Indian way of life, yearning for Winnokin and she can be together, she must also try to stay out of the young maiden's way or someone is going to get hurt.
Wind Warrior is a fantastic Indian Romance. Leslie is a compelling character that deserves a happy ending, after so much tragedy in her life. Winnokin shows the true Indian spirit and loves his white woman completely. Learning about Indian life is compelling and page-turning, and the interaction between Leslie and Winnokin is passionate and sizzling hot. Ms. Roberts is a wonderful storyteller and I look forward to more of her work.
Leslie has a gift, a gift of foresight, what some may call a curse. But she dreams of a warrior, handsome and Indian, he is the other half of her soul. She knows he is destined in her life but she does not know when. But one evening, Leslie has a vision of foreboding that quickly comes to pass. Her father is gravely injured by a man named Red who wants Leslie for his own. Red is accompanied by Huran Indians, and Leslie has to run away in secret to escape, leaving all she holds dear.
But while escaping, it begins to storm, and lightening strikes a tree down, trapping Leslie beneath. She is found by Winnokin, the handsome Seneca War Chief, the same man in her dreams. Winnokin helps Leslie and wants her for his own, but Seneca have their own ceremony for joining and it must be done right.
He takes Leslie back to his tribe to learn their ways before he can take her for his wife. But another young beautiful maiden despises Leslie and would rather see her dead before she weds Winnokin. While learning the Indian way of life, yearning for Winnokin and she can be together, she must also try to stay out of the young maiden's way or someone is going to get hurt.
Wind Warrior is a fantastic Indian Romance. Leslie is a compelling character that deserves a happy ending, after so much tragedy in her life. Winnokin shows the true Indian spirit and loves his white woman completely. Learning about Indian life is compelling and page-turning, and the interaction between Leslie and Winnokin is passionate and sizzling hot. Ms. Roberts is a wonderful storyteller and I look forward to more of her work.
September 28, 2010
I love reading stories about Indians and have since probably since the 5th grade when I heard the legend of the blue bonnets. I searched our school library for more myths and legends and stories about people who could come up with such beautiful stories. When the book mobile came around, I checked every time! The pickings were slim. Most of what I have found has been about the plains Indians. And most was a sad history of mistreatment at the hands of the white man. But occasionally I found stories the before times of how they lived.
When I had the chance to win a copy of Wind Warrior, I jumped at the opportunity. When I was told I had actually won, I was ecstatic. It is the story of 2 people who have visions of one another. Leslie is a white woman who has lived through the lose of her beloved husband and child and is living with her cherished father in the wilderness. She is strong of mind, heart, and spirit. As a new horror descends upon her, those characteristics help her fled for her life..
Enter the second dreamer, an Indian war chief, Winnokin, the head chief of the Senecas (a north eastern tribe). He will find and heal her only to have to deal with the horror she was fleeing from when they met. They must win out for the book to continue to educate both Leslie and readers about the ways of the Seneca; a truly evolved and civilized people.
While I truly enjoyed the basic love story, I especially enjoyed the vision of the Seneca Nation and its people.
Oh, good news! Cynthia Roberts plans to come out more books about the Indians of the north east. And if like this one, they will stand alone.
When I had the chance to win a copy of Wind Warrior, I jumped at the opportunity. When I was told I had actually won, I was ecstatic. It is the story of 2 people who have visions of one another. Leslie is a white woman who has lived through the lose of her beloved husband and child and is living with her cherished father in the wilderness. She is strong of mind, heart, and spirit. As a new horror descends upon her, those characteristics help her fled for her life..
Enter the second dreamer, an Indian war chief, Winnokin, the head chief of the Senecas (a north eastern tribe). He will find and heal her only to have to deal with the horror she was fleeing from when they met. They must win out for the book to continue to educate both Leslie and readers about the ways of the Seneca; a truly evolved and civilized people.
While I truly enjoyed the basic love story, I especially enjoyed the vision of the Seneca Nation and its people.
Oh, good news! Cynthia Roberts plans to come out more books about the Indians of the north east. And if like this one, they will stand alone.
June 21, 2010
Pain, suffering, grief and danger combine and lash at Leslie and prove to be a part of a bigger plan where she plays a role. The visions claim that she’s supposed to walk the path before her, the one leading her out of Hollow Pass and into a world that’s so much different from hers. The amount of hardship she’s gone through was enough to make someone break down a hundred times. This illuminates the essence of strength and hope in the trials of life. Two different people meet and connect through a phenomenon, tying their lives and hearts together as they start a mission bestowed upon them by a Supreme being, overcoming all obstacles.
Cynthia Roberts writes incredibly with attention to detail. Her lines were pulsing with so much life. It wasn’t plain. Expressive and poetic at times while still grasping that aged style that exists in historical fiction, her lines create such vivid imagery that injects life into the story. The characters mirrored the time and the culture well. The plot was colored with a wide range of emotions that were startlingly savage and violent at times and burning and passionate at others. I found myself unable to put it down.
Wind Warrior has this Pocahontas vibe for me, with the characters switched races. With a culture that is connected with nature and intensely faithful to the Great spirit, this novel is a breath of fresh air, a break from the modern lit that lets readers catch a glimpse and experience a life untainted by the modern negativity that surrounds us and a life that revolves around challenges and longing.
Cynthia Roberts writes incredibly with attention to detail. Her lines were pulsing with so much life. It wasn’t plain. Expressive and poetic at times while still grasping that aged style that exists in historical fiction, her lines create such vivid imagery that injects life into the story. The characters mirrored the time and the culture well. The plot was colored with a wide range of emotions that were startlingly savage and violent at times and burning and passionate at others. I found myself unable to put it down.
Wind Warrior has this Pocahontas vibe for me, with the characters switched races. With a culture that is connected with nature and intensely faithful to the Great spirit, this novel is a breath of fresh air, a break from the modern lit that lets readers catch a glimpse and experience a life untainted by the modern negativity that surrounds us and a life that revolves around challenges and longing.
June 16, 2010
I gave this book 4 and a half stars.
This was an engaging and fast paced book. I found myself immersed in the world almost immediately, and was drawn into the lives of the characters. I think that Roberts has a real talent, and I can't wait to read the next installment in the series. The characters were well done, and they were very personable. The explicit scenes were dealt with tastefully and weren't overpowering. I enjoyed the chemistry between Leslie/White Dove and Winnokin. I found that they played off of one another well, and I couldn't help but want things to work out for the two of them. Leslie has had a lot of hardship in her young life, and she deserved a chance at being happy. Both she and Winnokin are spiritual people, and it was interesting to see the different belief systems.
The words seemed to flow off the page quite fluently, and I loved the descriptions in this book. Everything seemed to mesh coherently, and the plot never dragged. I enjoyed the suspense, and mystery and found that it added another dimension to the book.
All in all, I'd say that this book definitely deserves to be read. You'll be transported back in time, and will become invested in the outcome for all involved. It is an easy, engaging, and descriptive book depicting life set in the 1800's. Roberts is definitely one to watch.
I received this book free of charge in exchange for an honest review.
This was an engaging and fast paced book. I found myself immersed in the world almost immediately, and was drawn into the lives of the characters. I think that Roberts has a real talent, and I can't wait to read the next installment in the series. The characters were well done, and they were very personable. The explicit scenes were dealt with tastefully and weren't overpowering. I enjoyed the chemistry between Leslie/White Dove and Winnokin. I found that they played off of one another well, and I couldn't help but want things to work out for the two of them. Leslie has had a lot of hardship in her young life, and she deserved a chance at being happy. Both she and Winnokin are spiritual people, and it was interesting to see the different belief systems.
The words seemed to flow off the page quite fluently, and I loved the descriptions in this book. Everything seemed to mesh coherently, and the plot never dragged. I enjoyed the suspense, and mystery and found that it added another dimension to the book.
All in all, I'd say that this book definitely deserves to be read. You'll be transported back in time, and will become invested in the outcome for all involved. It is an easy, engaging, and descriptive book depicting life set in the 1800's. Roberts is definitely one to watch.
I received this book free of charge in exchange for an honest review.
January 16, 2016
Leslie Michaels has suffered much in her young life: death, destruction and pain are all that seem to come to her through mysterious visions that have lasted all her life. Also prevalent in her dreams are visions of a handsome Native American warrior. Escaping from an insane trapper intent on having her for himself, Leslie runs into the forest and runs into the man from her dreams - Winnokin - a war chief of the Seneca tribe on a vision quest. Winnokin is shocked to discover such a beautiful white woman who played such a large part in his vision there in the forest. Leslie is badly hurt but is convinced that her path and Winnokin's are meant to cross, she is not afraid when Winnokin takes her to his home and desires to marry her after her adoption by his people. Leslie and Winnokin endeavor to overcome many obstacles, but will the actions of a jealous woman threaten to tear them apart forever? I enjoyed this story immensely and give it an A+!
May 30, 2010
All I can say is WOW!! I purchased this book directly from the publisher, and I have to say that I am so glad that I did. I have a great love for historical romance books and a great love for the Native Americans. I have worked with the Natives, and know them to be wonderful loving giving people and to read Cynthia’s Wind Warrior and to have her write such honest and factual truth about how the Natives live and how they treat one another was wonderful.
I love Leslie so much as I felt that I became part of her. The feelings and emotions and such wonderful messages the author has given us. A very spiritual and giving book. I look forward to reading all the books in this series. Thank you Cynthia!!!
I love Leslie so much as I felt that I became part of her. The feelings and emotions and such wonderful messages the author has given us. A very spiritual and giving book. I look forward to reading all the books in this series. Thank you Cynthia!!!
July 20, 2010
Leslie Michaels has lost everyone she's held dear, most recently her father when their home was attacked by a man Leslie loathes. Running for her life she seeks refuge in the wilderness and finds herself in the care of Winnokin, a Seneca Indian, whom she has seen in her visions and whose destiny is tied to hers. And it is with Winnokin that Leslie finds the courage to build a new life even as she must learn the ways of his tribe, even as danger threatens to part them.
Be prepared to experience all the best qualities of love as you follow Leslie's and Winnokin's deepening relationship - humor, playfulness, passion, tenderness, and respect - where love is not only the embrace of the body, but of the spirit as well. It will leave you smiling and sighing for more.
Be prepared to experience all the best qualities of love as you follow Leslie's and Winnokin's deepening relationship - humor, playfulness, passion, tenderness, and respect - where love is not only the embrace of the body, but of the spirit as well. It will leave you smiling and sighing for more.
April 24, 2011
This was an 'eh' read to me. While I found Leslie's story an interesting one since I don't read many historical romances set in colonial US, I did skim parts that weren't relevant to the main storyline.
There were obvious homophone misuses throughout the book that I found distracting and made me wonder if this book had been edited at all, like 'heal' when it should have been 'heel' or 'hear' when it should have been 'here'. There was also a number of repetitive thoughts and observations that led me to skip large portions of Leslie's musings toward the end of the book.
Overall, not a bad read, but it's not one I'll recommend a lot.
There were obvious homophone misuses throughout the book that I found distracting and made me wonder if this book had been edited at all, like 'heal' when it should have been 'heel' or 'hear' when it should have been 'here'. There was also a number of repetitive thoughts and observations that led me to skip large portions of Leslie's musings toward the end of the book.
Overall, not a bad read, but it's not one I'll recommend a lot.
September 30, 2010
This a multi-faceted historical romance. It begins in the North East woods somewhere near upstate New York in the 1700's or 17th century( I'm guessing). Leslie is a woman who has visions and she foresees a Indian man in her dreams. After her father's murder and her escape from the village, Leslie is wounded and her reality entangles with the man from her dreams, Winnokin. He is Seneca and his tribe is part of the Iroquois Confederacy (5 Indian Nations who formed a political and social system together).
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May 6, 2010
I read a few of Cynthia's interviews on some blogs I visited and was so compelled to purchase her book straight from Tate. I didn't want to wait and sooooo glad I did. The words simply pulled me into the story. I felt as though I was walking right beside the heroine Leslie and seeing the world through her eyes. I laughed ... I cried ... and fell in love with this new author. I can't wait to read her sequel Captive Heart and the rest of her series.
August 16, 2010
A pleasant, romantic read. I had hoped there would be more storylines besides the main (romance) storyline, but apart from some recurring obstacles that not even for once make you doubt the outcome there wasn't anything more to the story. Especially the special gift from Leslie could have been exploited more to give the story a bit extra in my opinion. Those points of critique aside this is a well written, nice lovestory and I enjoyed reading about the Seneca way of life.
June 4, 2012
I read this wonderful historical romance when it was newly published and I was introduced to the author via a book blog interview. I was very impressed with this first time author. Her writing was very detailed and descriptive. You could tell attention to detail was paramount to her storytelling, and it did a remarkable job drawing me into the place and time depicted. It was truly an emotional, captivating and passionate love story.
June 25, 2016
3.5 stars
I was really enjoying this book right up until the last few pages. It was an interesting story and although Winnokin and Lesley fell in love at a ridiculous pace it didn't take away from my enjoyment of the book. What ruined it for me was the way it just ended. I had too many unanswered questions and wanted to know more about Leslie/White Dove and Little Raven in the months ahead. This book needed an Epilogue to completely finish Winnokin and Leslie's story.
I was really enjoying this book right up until the last few pages. It was an interesting story and although Winnokin and Lesley fell in love at a ridiculous pace it didn't take away from my enjoyment of the book. What ruined it for me was the way it just ended. I had too many unanswered questions and wanted to know more about Leslie/White Dove and Little Raven in the months ahead. This book needed an Epilogue to completely finish Winnokin and Leslie's story.
July 12, 2010
I loved, loved, LOVED this story. I could not stop reading it, there was no point to stop or take a break....I had to find out what would happen. A very emotional read~ my heart broke, was mended, soared, and then broke again...a fabulous cycle that makes this a new, but classic, love story.
Amazing.
Amazing.
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