Red Willow's Quest [Paperback]

Heidi Skarie (Author)

Product Details

• Paperback: 274 pages
• Publisher: SunShine Press Publications; 1st edition (May 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1888604107
• ISBN-13: 978-1888604108
• Product Dimensions: 8 x 5.3 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 10.6 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,874,658 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Heidi Skarie's life as a writer began when she had a dramatic dream about a futuristic world at war. The vivid dream was like watching an action/adventure movie. Excited about the dream, she recorded it upon awakening. That night the dream continued where it left off. After six nights, Heidi had a hundred-page journal recording the series of dreams. This awakened her interest in writing, which continues to be one of her greatest passions today. Heidi writes adventurous tales of well-developed characters in this world and imaginary futuristic ones.

Red Willow's Quest (her first published book) tells the story of a young Shoshoni maiden who undertakes a dangerous quest to become a medicine woman. This book's extensive research effectively brings to life the Native American people of the 1800s.

Bloomsbury Review said of Red Willow's Quest: "Heidi Skarie displays a talent for mystical and spiritual writing . . . I enjoyed Red Willow's Quest from beginning to end."

Colorado Libraries said: "The Story is well written and rings true. Ms. Skarie has a wonderful voice for the character and obviously has extensive knowledge about the life and customs of the Shoshoni tribe."

Heidi has developed a futuristic science-fiction series with romantic elements and strong characters. She also specializes in historical creative nonfiction.

Heidi enjoyed hearing from her readers. Her email address is [e-mail].

Customer Reviews

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A LYRICAL ADVENTURE!, February 21, 2001

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Dorothy Weiss (ORLANDO, FLORIDA United States) - See all my reviews
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What is a lyrical adventure? One that captures the feelings, the tension, the imagery, the pace, the challenge, the passion, the splendor, the quest for survival in days gone by, and makes the reader feel that they are right there in the moment with the characters. The saga of a lovely indian maiden maturing into the role of medicine woman of her tribe is fascinating. My great grandmother was of the Cherokee tribe. She served her people similarly with her knowledge of plants, herbs, and natures healing secrets. Someday I will write her story. But for now I savor Ms. Skarie's representation of life in the early 1800's. She mentions in her foreword someone experiencing a past life as a Native American woman. Maybe Shirley MacClaine is on to something! Past lives? Dreams? Reincarnation? Is it possible that we have all lived before? If so that would mean we are all on a great spiritual or mystical adventure. But, back to this book. Accompanied by her dog, Wind-Chaser and a warrior, Red Willow triumphs over opposition, adversity and danger. Life then was alternately harsh, cruel and beautiful. The book attempts to accurately portray the past, using the language and biting terms of that era. Some passages are painfully honest, but that was 1800. Compare it to today's society, and see how far we have come in our efforts as a nation, as people, as individuals who respect and do not intentionally harm each other. Poignant and well-written.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Red Willow's Quest, April 12, 2000

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Red Willow's Quest took me on a captivating journey into the not-so-distant past of the American Plains Indians. It is billed as an action, romance, adventure about a Shoshoni maiden, who sets out into the rugged terrain of the Rocky Mountains in quest of guiding visions to become a medicine woman. Yet, I found it to be much more, an inspiring work compelling the reader to partake of life's opportunities (by questing for a deeper vision and guidance) to live life to the fullest. The spiritual adventure the author has created or perhaps remembered is an authentically detailed story transporting the reader into the daily lives of the Shoshoni Indians, around 1807. Besides being captivating, and uplifting, I find this book an inspiration for anyone seeking a "happier tomorrow" by following their inner guidance and discovering their special purpose in life. Red Willow's Quest taught me that there is a guiding, loving hand behind all life. But read it for the entertainment, all the rest is just a bonus!

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Red Willows Quest, May 8, 2000

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jan fitzgerald (woburn, ma) - See all my reviews

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Wonderful book I couldn't put it down until I finished. It really made me understand whats really important in life..........Thank you