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PRAISE FOR W. MICHAEL AND KATHLEEN O’NEAL GEAR
“People of the Raven, at one level, is the re-creation of a lost and forgotten civilization by two noted archaeologists. But this story of Kennewick Man also involves an important legal battle pending in the U.S. Supreme Court and is a good read for those of us intrigued by the earliest Americans.”—Tony Hillerman, New York Times bestselling author
“People of the Raven draws you into a magnificent, sweeping world—America, circa 7300 B.C.—that is so real you can almost breathe in the air of it. It tells a bighearted story of war and peace, love and violence, with a cast of richly drawn characters. This is a novel that will stay with you for years—I guarantee it.”—Douglas Preston, New York Times bestselling author of Tyrannosaur Canyon
“Set in the 1300s largely in what is now Alabama and Mississippi, this complex novel tracks three wanderers’ quest to create peace in violent times. Blended with the carefully drawn suspense of court intrigues, colorful characters and sharp plot twists, this is a terrific tale.”—Publishers Weekly on People of the Thunder
“The Gears, husband-and-wife archaeologists turned bestselling authors, continue their superbly researched and rendered North America’s Forgotten Past series. This novel is as good a place as any of its predecessors to jump in and begin enjoying the authors’ talents.”—Booklist on People of the Thunder
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Praise for People of the Thunder:
“The Gears,husband-and-wife archaeologists turned bestselling authors, continue their superbly researched and rendered North America’s Forgotten Past series. This novel is as good a place as any of its predecessors to jump in and begin enjoying the authors’ talents.” —Booklist
“This is a terrific tale.” —Publishers Weekly
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2 of 3 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
People of the Longhouse,
This review is from: People of the Longhouse (Mass Market Paperback)
Another great book by the Gears. It is easy to read & I am finding it hard to put down! I like that it addresses a more recent time, only 600 years ago. Can't wait for the next book in this series.
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3.7 out of 5 stars (26 customer reviews) 15 of 15 people found the following review helpful
2.0 out of 5 stars
Wait for the paperback.,
By LuCynda "LuCynda" - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: People of the Longhouse (Hardcover)
I hate that I needed to buy this book so bad that I forked over 30$ and didn't wait for the paperback.This is the shortest book written by the Gears. It felt like half a book. Not only in length, but in resolution. I am an AVID Gear fan. I have purchased and kept every "People of the . . ." - some were clearly better than others but I enjoyed them ALL and anxiously awaited a new release. I felt this book was slow. I felt the character building was very weak. Usually, with their books, I bond strongly with a character or two. I found I was just beginning to build a bond and suddenly the book was over. There was so much more that could have been done with each character. I wonder about the next book - are any if these characters in it? It felt like when a new TV series begins and your starting to get into it, the plot is building, you start to identify with a character, you begin to want to know more about them and suddenly - POOF! The show is cancelled and your left forever wondering where it was going. (The Cleaner, 3 Lbs, Mercy, Miami Medical). It is very aggravating. I began to have hope for the book about 3/4 through. I felt Sindak's & the herb girl's (can't recall her name) characters were beginning to reveal themselves - but then it ended. I liked Sindak's and Towas relationship. I liked that they were undervalued in the beginning but it was revealed they each had strengths. But - why did the book end right at the climax? I feel like the Gears are sacrificing quality for quantity. The editing in this book was the worst I have ever seen - there were mistakes everywhere. I would rather wait two years or more for a good quality excellent book that makes me want to cry when I get to the end. I've felt like I've learned so much from many of the other books, historically and also, the strength of some of the characters. I LOVED "People of the Lake," enough I dog eared several pages because I liked a line a character said and wanted to add it to my quote collection. There was no wow factor with this one. I felt this way somewhat about "Coming of the Storm." I really liked the plot, I really liked the characters, but I found the dialogue weaker than is typical for a Gear book, the editing was not great, it just seemed hurried and slightly sloppy - but I still loved it and hated that I came to the end. This one was much much worse. I guess, overall, the lack of character building and the sudden end is the biggest disappointment - I can overlook poor editing if I love the characters and plot. 12 of 13 people found the following review helpful
3.0 out of 5 stars
Too Short!!,
By BDCB - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: People of the Longhouse (Hardcover)
Just finished People of the Longhouse. While the book was very entertaining (as always!) I found the book to be very short. I had to force myself to read slowly so as not to finish the book in one weekend! I understand that this series is to be four books long. I think this book should have been combined with book two since in the Author's Note it is mentioned that the first two books will be a duology. For $27.00 I expect a little more content. As another reviewer noted is kinda ended short. Also, the Author's Note indicates the two book duology focuses on two important heroes from the period, Dekanawida and Hiyawento, I don't recall either of them mentioned in People of the Longhouse.
8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
3.0 out of 5 stars
Semi-resounding Thud,
By Claus DuBois - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: People of the Longhouse (Hardcover)
I either missed something or the book just ended with a resounding thud. Whose bones were found?Have to agree with Publishers Weekly "........though the plot barrels forward, it dead-ends in an abrupt and utterly disappointing conclusion" |
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