Written with such gorgeous language, this novel set in the drought stricken Gila Valley in Arizona is a sweeping, emotional epic. The Mormon Beechams and Texan rancher Brennicks are two very different families, coming together and clashing, struggling with the effects of war, weather, love, and religion. I really enjoyed this novel; the landscape is described so beautifully and I didn't want to put it down. I didn't know anything about this part of the country, especially during the WWI era. More...

Not really my kind of book, skipped around between characters a bit much for me. But still an interesting read. Interesting characters, and the trials of life they had to deal with. Family dynamics, Family secrets, we can find someone to relate to in this story.