A harrowing true tale, and harder to put down.
5
By Augustember
The introduction to this book does begin slowly, but for good reason. The reader needs to understand the historical context and the characters before joining them on their journey West. I highly recommend this book to those who enjoy historical tales, but ones that read like fiction more than a history book.
Highly recommend if you can stomach it.
5
By linzle
The subject was horrific. The book incredible. The author has an excellent writing style, well researched. Couldn’t put it down.
Incredibly well written
5
By janmueller
Well documented
Plods along slowly
2
By 58 Pistol
Did not finish this book. I found it to be quite boring.
Interesting
4
By Anthole in OC
An interesting look that mixed narrative with non-fictional observations and research. Very good read overall!
Incredible
5
By larlarjojo1
So beautifully written. I enjoyed every moment of it
Wow
5
By damepriley
Unreal. Amazing book,writing, spirit, reverence. Seriously, thank you for writing this
Incredible Telling of the DP
5
By ski mask the SluG goD
Incredible writing and gripping, vivid storytelling. A page turner, no doubt.
Great
5
By JTW4E
Wow what an incredible book! I didn’t know much about the Donner party and bought this based on the reviews. So glad I did!
The Indifferent Stars Above
4
By Bodhiboy65
It’s impossible to read this book without making comparisons to the similarly themed ‘BEST LAND UNDER HEAVEN.’ Yet they are as different as can be. Whereas James book — INDIFFERENT STARS…examines the bigger pucture or Gestalt’ of this set of events, the former is more of an evocative dramatization, focussed on breathing life and pathos into the characters.
Neither is the ‘better book.’ They actually each complement the other.
DAS
