"Past and modern worlds work together toward common goal."
Reviewed by Sandra Wurman
Posted January 7, 2017
Romance Western
Kathleen Eagle imparts wisdom at random points throughout
her books and MYSTIC HORSEMAN is no exception. If I may
include a quote one that is probably one of my new
favorites. "One guy wants to make another one look bad, all he
has to do is break off a piece of the truth and reshape it a
little bit." Words to live by where judging someone by what we have
heard or read. Timeless wisdom. MYSTIC HORSEMAN is the follow-up to RIDE A
PAINTED PONY which was magnificent both times I read it.
These stories
are now available for those that missed them first time
around. Kathleen Eagle believes in the age old wisdom of the
indigenous people and handles her subject with respect,
humility, honor and honesty. These are not noblemen but
they are noble men. Emily's dad Dillon Black is Sioux through and through and
with that birthright seems to come an inert awareness of
horses which bodes well for his partnership with his
cousin Nick Red Shield and Nick's wife Lauren. Emily is
the daughter of Dillon and Monica Wilson-Black. Both
parents -- albeit long divorced -- dote on this young lady
who has set her eyes and heart on becoming a vet. Ella was Plan B on helping Dillon and Emily establish the
Mystic Warrior Horse Camp that essentially strives to help
Indian kids veering off a healthy path. The campgrounds
were Dillon's portion of the ranch and in dire need of an
infusion of cash to fix it up and help sustain it so it
could work its magic on these kids. Plan A was a grant from the tribal funds which wasn't
approved. So now Dillon really has no viable choice other
than Plan B. All that was needed to proceed was Dillon's
approval which was more difficult than imagined. Dillon is
a smart guy -- well aware of suicide statistics that hold
no punches when charting rates that apply to Native
Americans. Young people he knows are tackling personal
issues -- his camp could be a key to unlocking the secret
problems and opening doors to possibilities and futures. Ella is also well versed on suicide -- personally involved
and the scars run deep and dare we say forever to close if
ever. So there is a lot at stake both personal and tribal
for Dillon and Ella. Dillon needs to take a chance on Ella
and her Plan B. Emily needs to see part her own self goals
and see how moving on is a good thing. And Monica has a plan of her own -- rather selfless and
prophetic -- that is certain to change many lives and
surprise a lot of folks. Monica has a chance to show her
gracious side and the recipients of her gift will be
humbled by this strong-willed gutsy woman. There's a lot to learn in MYSTIC HORSEMAN and on each page
Kathleen Eagle teaches us something wonderful about the
tribal people that are the core of the story. Historically
relevant even in today's world Kathleen Eagle gives us a
small glance into a world with deep connections to our
country's history. MYSTIC HORSEMAN is a tale of two worlds
colliding in modern day beautifully illustrated with words
by Kathleen Eagle.
SUMMARY
Lakota Sioux rancher Dillon Black is slowly working his way
back from losing everything he ever cared about. Ultimately,
it was the horses that saved him. In his heart, he truly
believes in the connection between the wild, majestic breed
and the soul of the Lakota people. Now he has a dream--the Mystic Warriors Horse Camp--a place
where youth can connect with the Lakota ways. He has the
land, the horses, and the history. All he needs is the money. That's where television producer Ella Champion comes in. She
works on a reality show where community projects get a
makeover. Dillon's ranch could be her next show . . . and he
could be exactly the man she needs off-screen. Dillon's ex-wife, Monica, thinks he could use some common
sense, but deep down, she feels Dillon's project might heal
their shattered family. Especially because she's about to
reveal a secret that will change everything. Dillon and
their teenage children will need all the help they can get . . .
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