Sunday, April 15, 2012

"He will raise you up on eagles wings." Song lyrics



Margaret Coel visits C.J. Box's Wyoming area to tell this story.

At the Wyoming Wind River Reservation, Araphos meet for their powwow when their tribal chirman, Henry Castle, is discovered, murdered.

Fr. John O'Mally, SJ meets with his assistant who wonders if the murder had to do with the oil on the reservation. O'Mally also understands that there was an argument about buying back the Cooley ranch where ther might be additional oil that could help the financial plight of the Indians.

Fr. O'Mally is a historian and is asked to look into the historical documents of the Araphos and this adds insight into the tribal members. The police seem to think that the murder could have been personal but O'Mally comes upon evidence that it might have more to do with Indian history.

There is also a Romeo and Juliet atmosphere, tenderly described as we learn of a youthful romance between Henry and a wealthy white rancher's deaughter, this is carried on to today where Henry's nephew and the daughter of Henry's old girlfriend have developed a romantic relationship.

The story mixes drama, history, and momance mixed with the pathos of life on the reservation. Those interested in American Indian history and Tony Hillerman fans will enjoy the story.

21 comments:

Mary Gramlich said...

Great review Mike and as always it has promoted me to order the book. Thanks for your insight.

Patricia said...
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Patricia said...

"He will raise you up on eagles wings."

One of my favourite hymns, Mike!

I have been singing it since I first read your post!
Only thing, hope you cannot hear me sing... that would be the end of a beautiful friendship!

This book really piques my interest.....

Another good post!

Patricia

Heather said...

interesting book, though I'd like it better if Margaret was an American Indian. I enjoy reading books by First Nations authors. They have a different perspective.

Unknown said...

Hi Heather, Patricia and Reading Reviewer,
Thanks for stopping in at my blog and commenting on my review. I'm glad you enjoyed it and in Patricia's case, that it led to her singing the hymn.
Mike

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