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  Publisher : CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform; 2 edition (Oct. 22 2013)
  ISBN-10 : 149352724X
  ISBN-13 : 978-1493527243
  5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful, soulful look into the making of a man
  This book captured my attention with the beautiful cover and the intriguing title. I have always known Amy for her Scottish Highland historical romances. When I read the synopsis I did not hesitate to pick up my copy. Koicto is a teenager, and much like teenagers of today he has a plan for his life and rankles when told his plan doesn't matter. Watching him mature into his roles as husband and chief is pure delight. Amy weaves scenes in your mind with a beautiful prose. The description of the people, their way of life and there land are compelling. The Nachee Nation is fictional and yet to the reader they exist.
  She studied me."I think you are trying to put the litter before the dog."</p>
  "What?" Where did she come up with that?</p>
  "You have to take first things first. The way I see it is you should be happy because the Elders have arranged your match. Though you've got to be terrified because you've never met your bride." She held up her finger as if she'd had a brilliant idea. "I think you need to focus on one fact- you will be wed and have a lifetime for your love to grow."</p>
  I had to ponder her words. How did my little sister become wise?</p>
  Haiwee had me lie on my buffalo mat as she rubbed the oil into my skin from the same ornate pot Mother had used on the day I left for my rite of manhood. Her fingers were like magic as the tenseness in my shoulders eased and the strong smell of mint cleared my head.</p>
  She prayed aloud while she expertly painted my chest with the sign of masculine fertility, and accented my cougar claw scars to make them appear to be cougar tracks. "May the rain wash away your worries, may the breeze blow strength into your being. May you and your bride walk gently through the world and know its beauty all the days of your life."</p></blockquote>
  5.0 out of 5 stars Loved this Native American story of old.
  This is a book that I would recommend to even the children to read. The research on this book was extensive. It is a web of Native American legends and stories that was well executed and told with passion. You will not be sorry that you have bought this book. It is a keeper!! Congratulations Amy on this book. Well done. I will have to get a paperback also.
  5.0 out of 5 stars Bright beautiful story of innocents, honor, bravery, survival and coming of age.
  I loved the way this story unfolded, fast pace yet with detailed vivid characters. What a fun read, about a subject I knew very little about. I stopped and researched the terms that were new to me, and it became even richer. This writer did her research, and it translated into a wonderful easy escape with very worthy well intended characters so alive, I believed I was living a piece of my life with them for a bit. It left me feeling hopeful and smiling as true life does many times. Good story. Thank you Amy- Kenya Walker
  5.0 out of 5 stars Boy Man Chief
  All of life is preparation for survival. A lot can happen in a year. Our main character began a boy, reached manhood and became a chief. His lifelong vision will become reality. I can't help but wish to read more of his life.