Based on extensive research of Cherokee traditions and myths, this
mesmerizing historical novel tells of one young woman's quest to
find her Cherokee roots. This is also her story of love and of her
struggle to achieve her personal goals in the male-dominated
society of the 1800's. Deborah Howell, an ambitious reporter, is
seeking a human interest story. A captivating Cherokee matriarch
tells her own heartwarming love story for the Raleigh newspaper.
Deborah, born of mixed blood and raised as a white child, is filled
with delight. In the presence of this elderly storyteller her need
for her Cherokee family is awakened. She opens her heart and soul
to her colleague, George Boone. After their marriage George tries
to control her life. Tragedy drives them further apart, but with
every crisis Deborah gains strength by returning to her Cherokee
family. Finding her Cherokee roots is not the only heart-rending
event in this saga. The shaman foretells that the Great Spirit will
restore all that was taken away by the evil one. Deborah does not
learn the meaning of this prophecy until 16 years later, after her
husband's death. possible.
General
Imprint: |
Iuniverse, Inc.
|
Country of origin: |
United States |
Release date: |
August 2003 |
First published: |
August 2003 |
Authors: |
Shirley G. Webb
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Dimensions: |
238 x 164 x 23mm (L x W x T) |
Format: |
Hardcover - Sewn / Cloth over boards / With dust jacket
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Pages: |
256 |
ISBN-13: |
978-0-595-65893-0 |
Categories: |
Books >
Fiction >
Genre fiction >
Romance >
Historical
|
LSN: |
0-595-65893-8 |
Barcode: |
9780595658930 |
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