Blood and Bond [Kindle Edition]

Kae Cheatham (Author)

Editorial Reviews

Product Description

Adult (L, S)
Novel of the West

Eddie CloudRunner has been living a relatively normal life, until the dark specter of a dead relative begins dogging his every step. He experiences paranormal knowledge about the lives of several new arrivals in his community of Lamp Creek. Add to this the dismal reality of deadly environmental changes in the valley, and Eddie is compelled to venture into spiritual depths he had avoided for decades.

His discomfort increases after a call from local businessman, Pete Waldham. Pete wants Eddie to save the Waldham family from an Indian curse that he believes was brought on by his illegal hunting in the legendary Spirit Canyon. Eddie had witnessed the trespass twenty-eight years before, yet he dismisses the man as paranoid.

Then Beth Hardemann, Sean Waldham and Martin Bradley (three relatives of the purported defilers) arrive and spark disasters and revelations. Eddie finally admits his long-denied beliefs. While he delves into the mysticism, the capricious Rocky Mountain environment confounds the situation with harsh and unseasonable weather.

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READER COMMENTS

"Finished reading it [Blood and Bond] this afternoon. The flavor of good people, great country, and an intriguing plot lingers." -- Elaine Long, Colorado; author of Bear Ridge (2006, UNM Press)


"Loved the book. I would love to see the movie. Just think of the special effects!" -- Jan T., Florida

Product Details

• Format: Kindle Edition
• File Size: 640 KB
• Publisher: KAIOS Books/Get It Together Productions (June 5, 2010)
• Sold by: Amazon Digital Services
• Language: English
• ASIN: B003PPDFW2
• Text-to-Speech: Enabled
• Lending: Enabled
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #363,553 Paid in Kindle Store (See Top 100 Paid in Kindle Store)

More About the Author

Kae Cheatham (K Follis Cheatham) isn't a product of her environment--at least not the one she grew up in. Born in Ohio, Kae lived there through college (Ohio State). After marriage, she lived in several other states East of the Mississippi, but her abiding passion has always been the American West.

Kae, a professional photographer, has also held jobs as a research analyst, sports magazine editor, movie extra, program director for at-risk children, rodeo photographer, copy editor, print model, and she has tutored math and history. Along with her eleven published books, her writing has appeared in newspapers and national magazines, including American Cowboy and Pro Rodeo World. For several years she was an assistant editor at Athlon Sports Communications. She has also edited for Thomas Nelson and Falcon Press. Her poetry has been published in many literary journals.

Kae now lives in Montana and as a speaker, she travels to various locations to share her history and writing knowledge. Read more about Kae in Contemporary Authors New Revision, by Gale Group.

You can find her titles listed under Kae Cheatham and/or K. Follis Cheatham.
Out-of-print titles are available on KINDLE.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars An excellent book ---Reviewed by Nancy Hite, May 22, 2007

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Nancy Hite "Nancy Hite" - See all my reviews

This review is from: Blood and Bond (Paperback)

I felt so lucky to have found such a worthy well-written book. I enjoyed reading this page-turner so much that I wish I were starting anew all over again.

The first thing that captured my interest was Kae Cheatham's beautiful unique writing on every page. I was totally intrigued by the mystery of Spirit Canyon, the strong characters--especially Eddie CloudRunner--the many enchanting descriptions of the Wyoming countryside, the chilling snow blizzards, the Indian culture, rodeos, and the blood and bond of family.

I was so impressed with BLOOD and BOND that I gave several copies for birthday presents, and I plan to do so in the future for special gifts.

4.0 out of 5 stars Native American culture, May 7, 2007

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Reader Views "Reviews, by readers, for readers" (Austin, Texas) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Blood and Bond (Paperback)

Reviewed by Stephanie Rollins for Reader Views (4/07)

Eddie Cloudrunner seems to be a responsible man that everyone depends on. He is a teacher, though he contemplates quitting that profession. He also works on his ranch. He helps others on their ranches, too.

A friend, Pete, believes there is a curse because of illegal hunting in the Spirit Canyon. The illegal hunting took place 28-years ago. He tries to avoid Pete's request, seeing it as being a bit over-the-top.

Eddie starts to have hallucinations. Is there an environmental problem? Does this stem from the curse that is the result of the illegal hunting?

The Indian identity seems to be a constant internal and external struggle for the characters. Eddie says to Martin, "Do you have any questions about them? About -- Indian people?" The fact that Martin had to change cultures in a matter of days bothered Eddie. He realizes Martin is being moved "out of the large file marked `Mainstream White America' and into the `minority' cubbyhole and the sub-slot labeled `Indian'."

Kae Cheatham writes in an intelligent manner. The font is very small. There are 259 pages. In order to enjoy this book, you must be fascinated by the Indian culture, rodeos, and etc.... Otherwise, reading about possible curses seems pointless and boring.

Kae Cheatham has written many fiction and nonfiction books in addition to "Blood and Bond," many about the Native American culture. She has a website that is worthy of a visit.

Received book free of charge.