Customer Reviews

Spring House (The Westward Sagas, Book 1)

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I was hooked at the first sentence. Usually I read to fall asleep, but two hours later I was still eager to know how it ended. I look forward to more in this series. It's not often I find such an engrosing historial novel.
I passed it on to my husband and he bumped it up to the top of the stack of books he wants to read when I told him I how much I enjoyed it.

Congrats on winning the National Indie award for 2007. I can see why and hope that the next one takes the prize as well. The combination of personal and American history makes David Bowles' novel both entertaining and informative. Teachers should put this on the summer reading list.

Can't wait to read Adam's Daughter, and hope the series continues to the present day.

After reading a chapter of this book on Amazon's online books, I can't help but be reminded of grade school. It brings back memories of Oregon Trail and watching historical Western movies in class. Not only is it appropriate for all ages, but I really believe that this type of book would be excellent required reading materials for grade and middle schools. Children and teens will be captivated by the imagery and stories depicted in the novel, and will be introduced to an important historical period at the same time. Excellent addition to any school curriculum or just for pure fun!

I have been trying to research a family line for years and found Spring House on David Bowles website WestwardSagas.com after searching "Adam Mitchell". What fun it was to watch family history come to life. The story along with the sources provided in "Spring House" was a researcher's dream. I appreciated the author's unique way of weaving the factual history into a spell-binding fact/fiction story.

This was a great book for my son and I to read together. We could take turn reading. Also it tought him about history whuch is always a good thing. I have a hard time getting him to read so this was a perfect way to spend time together and get some reading done. Can't wait for the next one!

I really hope that this review goes through. I would recommend this book to all the parents who need books to share with their children. I truly enjoyed the historical significance and I know that my son will also. A must read!

Thank you to David for bringing the Mitchell family to life! It is amazing to think of the struggles of our ancestors. I belong to the Daughters of the American Revolution and think Spring House is a must read for anyone in the organization or planning on joining. I am anxiously awaiting the arrival of the next book. Can someone make this into a movie, please!

This was an awesome book! It really makes you think.

I really enjoyed this book. I am looking forward to his next.
This is a great way to learn about history and enjoy every minute!

I have been tracing my family tree for years and this book brings everything to life. I can visualize my ancestors lives. The characters and the story line kept your interest. Good choice for reading for anyone.

This book is really great. I didn't want to put it down and when it ended, I was a little sad. Can't wait for another one.