Comment from Pearl Edwards

Excellent

A lot of info in this chapter, firstly with one of the Comanche legends, and then, I can't help but feel sorry for Running Horse, so punished for picking Sarah. Quite a different genre from others of yours I have read.
Well done,
cheers.

 Comment Written 27-Jan-2018

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reply by the author on 27-Jan-2018

This was a step out for me. I enjoyed writing it.

Comment from Angela VA

Excellent

There is a lot in this chapter. I haven't read previous ones, yet. I may need to go back and see what Sarah's backstory is, as well as the identity of the narrator. I enjoyed the buffalo story and it reads like similar myth stories.

 Comment Written 25-Jan-2018

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reply by the author on 25-Jan-2018

The early chapters set the background for those that follow.

Comment from robyn corum

Excellent

Thomas,

A terrible life for so many people. I like the way that you show how it can be for a variety of folks, not just one outlook - though I'm not quite sure how all these viewpoints will play out. I've never seen a book handled like this before. Quite innovative! Thanks!

 Comment Written 24-Jan-2018

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reply by the author on 24-Jan-2018

Thanks. I'm stretching my limits.

reply by the author on 24-Jan-2018

I wanted to write a character study instead of a soot-em-up.

Comment from Zue65

Excellent

This is sad, I feel so sad for Running Horse to suffer that much in the name of love. I don't understand the logic of this tribe. But anyway that's their culture dependent fully on survival, who's the fittest and who's the weakest. Thanks for sharing this excellent piece anyway.

 Comment Written 24-Jan-2018

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reply by the author on 24-Jan-2018

They placed a lot of emphasis on bravery. Their warriors were called Braves.

Comment from jppoet

Excellent

Hi Thomas, this is my first read of any chapters in this saga but it is artfully and interestingly written. congratulations, I will look for more of
your works and BRAVO on your VERY HIGH FANSTORY RANKING.
Blessings on you.

 Comment Written 24-Jan-2018

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reply by the author on 24-Jan-2018

Thanks. I hope you continue. Thank you for your kind remarks.

Comment from Asem.inspirations

Excellent

Good morning, Thomas: I see that this story is still continuing. It's too bad for Running Horse and "Ouch" to him stabbing the traveler in the chest and the traveler surviving this stabbing, with the tip of the knife still in his chest bone. Oh my, this gives me the creeps.

This story is continuing to be very interesting. I enjoyed how you started this chapter off with Ten Bears telling a, Indian story. This made it even more credible. You are still writing the best stories, Tom. I will miss reading them. I did receive the list of books and will be looking to purchase first the Tom and Carol book. Thank you...

 Comment Written 24-Jan-2018

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reply by the author on 24-Jan-2018

Thanks. If you send me your address, I will send you an autographed copy.
twb1212@gmail.com

reply by Asem.inspirations on 25-Jan-2018

How nice of you, Thomas but I think my husband would have a heart attack if I gave out my address. I will see if I could give you my job address. Perhaps my employer would not mind if I receive a piece of mail her as some of my coworkers have. Anyway, I would need to pay for it so how would we do this?

Comment from frierajac

Excellent

So then how long is this book? Or is it a work in progress? I like Indian stories and have a close friend authentic Indian, I live among many reservations and bands, casinos and etc. It is a constant theme in life here that I tend to take for granted.
I like your story very much, it reminds me of stories by McMurtry.

 Comment Written 23-Jan-2018

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reply by the author on 23-Jan-2018

It has quite a way to go. This is just the beginning. My wife is one-quarter Indian.

Comment from Bill Schott

Excellent

This was a story within a story within a story that really unwound nicely. The buffalo tale, the remembrance of Sarah, and then Running Horse's last hurrah. Reminds me a bit of some Zane Grey I read as a kid.

 Comment Written 22-Jan-2018

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reply by the author on 22-Jan-2018

Thanks for the comparison.

Comment from Writingfundimension

Exceptional

A very good chapter, Thomas. The stories of coyote are legion, it seems, among the Native peoples. Makes me wonder why this creature, in particular, had gained such status... or ignomy, depending on your viewpoint. There was a lot of good historical information here. It's refreshing that you portray that Native peoples in a more realistic, natural light than some tend to do.

I enjoyed reading this chapter.

Bev

 Comment Written 22-Jan-2018

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reply by the author on 22-Jan-2018

The coyote was thought of as a crafty creature. I had a seminary professor who was expounding on the verse, "I would have you gentile as doves and wise as serpents." He said a good ratio would be three serpents for each dove.

reply by the author on 22-Jan-2018

The coyote was thought of as a crafty creature. I had a seminary professor who was expounding on the verse, "I would have you gentile as doves and wise as serpents." He said a good ratio would be three serpents for each dove.

reply by Writingfundimension on 22-Jan-2018

Interesting quote that I had not read before. I like it! Doves are so special and sweet. The sound of their cooing is so restful to me.

Comment from ronnie k

Exceptional

HELLO, sorry I missed this gem but if my health allows I will read the previous chapters and for sure review and rate the upcoming epics, I miss my fan story family but if it is HIS will I am coming home.

 Comment Written 22-Jan-2018

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reply by the author on 22-Jan-2018

Thanks for reading. I'll pray for you.