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Maps of Fate
(Threads West #2)
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The romance of America, Her people, Her spirit, and the West. The ongoing story of us.
Second book of the #1 bestselling, Threads West series, recipient of eight National Awards--Western, Romance and Historical Fiction! Compared by reviewers, authors and readers alike to Lonesome Dove, Centennial, and L'Amour.
Set in 1855, Book Two, continues the page turning tale of four ...more
Second book of the #1 bestselling, Threads West series, recipient of eight National Awards--Western, Romance and Historical Fiction! Compared by reviewers, authors and readers alike to Lonesome Dove, Centennial, and L'Amour.
Set in 1855, Book Two, continues the page turning tale of four ...more
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Paperback, First, 450 pages
Published
April 17th 2012
by Rockin SR Publishing
(first published April 15th 2012)
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3 stars
This is a series of novels about the Old West and the white settling thereof. Please be aware that these books have many, many characters and that they are cliffhangers.
It is a pretty competent telling that begins in 1854. I must admit straight off that I personally would not have had the strength or courage to do what the characters in this book did.
I decided early on that I would review all three books in one review for there is much sameness in the books and I had a very hard time tr ...more
This is a series of novels about the Old West and the white settling thereof. Please be aware that these books have many, many characters and that they are cliffhangers.
It is a pretty competent telling that begins in 1854. I must admit straight off that I personally would not have had the strength or courage to do what the characters in this book did.
I decided early on that I would review all three books in one review for there is much sameness in the books and I had a very hard time tr ...more
Way, way, way too much sex! I was looking for an adventure about American history and the west not 50 Shades of Grey. I find it difficult to believe that any sane person would compare these books to Michener. I gave the 2nd one a chance but I'm done and disappointed.
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An enjoyable Western adventure story, Reid Lance Rosenthal’s Maps of Fate takes the mixed cast of characters from book one of Threads West on a wagon train across America in the late 1850s. Readers really don’t need to have read the first book to enjoy this story, and I never found myself referring back to it. While there are lots of characters, the structure of the wagon train keeps them well-defined—who lives in which wagon, who rides with whom etc. Nicely drawn details of everyday living brin ...more
I was sold on book 1 and couldn't wait for book 2 which did not disappoint! I enjoy reading about the early settlers of our country as it amazes me how they got here, what they endured, and their reasons for coming here in the first place. Reid Lance Rosenthal is a master at bringing his words to life. As I read each page, characters, scenery, wagon trains, encounters with Indians, small towns just coming to life - all of this became a reality. The tale he tells is so vividly detailed that I fee
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This book was refreshingly differnt for me as I have never read a western. I have to say I was drawn to the characters and the direction of the story right away. After reading "Threads West", I immediately started reading "Maps of Fate", the 2nd book in the series. I found it to be a page tuner and have recommended both books to my friends and to my book club. I think not only the ladies will enjoy this book but the men as well. There is something for everyone. The author adds suspense, as the c
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This second book of the saga of the west continues with the characters proceeding west in a wagon train. The author is really good at painting a picture of what it would have been like to go through that as well as the landscape. This is the central part of the story, however there are a couple sub plots, one involves a slave couple making their escape to the north. The second is with the the Sioux Indians, there are several characters you get to know and learn their way of life. This part of th
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Whoever would have thought that a fourth-generation cattleman and rancher, with his feet firmly grounded in the soil of the American Midwest, would have the imaginary zeal and literary prowess to bring to fruition, in a series of novels of sweeping grandeur, the essence of the evolving landscape of the largest nation on the North American continent? Yet that is exactly what Reid Lance Rosenthal has done, and is continuing to do, in Threads West, An American Saga. Following on his first, much- ac
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Reid Lance Rosenthal is an Author that has me up in the air. I can't decide if I love him or hate him! While I admit his writing style is a bit slow for my taste, the stories themselves are interesting. This second story continues immediately where the first one ends, thank God! The only real issue I had with this story (other than the pace) was the fact this Author actually had my emotions all over over the damn place. I was bawling like a baby, several times, and hoping to God someone would ki
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This is from Net Galley,the second book in this series! This has them traveling across the wildness,the west with all their adventures! You can just read this alone I would think,but then you miss the background of these very well true to life characters you will know and enjoy! The history that was in this part was very well written and researched and you will think you are on this long trip tho where ever they are going,experiencing the way of life way back when! It takes guts to do what these
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This is the second in a trilogy set in the 1850s, following the adventures of a small and diverse group who have now arrived in America and begun their travels across the country to their new lives in the uncharted West.
The story stands alone, but is better when read after part 1, as you will have met the characters and know their back stories. They are a mixed bunch, with both good and bad, greedy and kind, as well as the Native American perspective and Negroes covered too.
The characters are i ...more
The story stands alone, but is better when read after part 1, as you will have met the characters and know their back stories. They are a mixed bunch, with both good and bad, greedy and kind, as well as the Native American perspective and Negroes covered too.
The characters are i ...more
Maps of Fate is book 2 in the Threads West series by Reid Lance Rosenthal. Book 2 continues the story of several individuals on their journey west. Rosenthal weaves a vividly rich detailed account that is throughly researched. Wonderfully written history of those who helped settle the United States, Overall, loved the second book minus the repeats of passages from book 1. For anyone who has read the 1st book in the series this is really annoying; as some of the passages are verbatium from book 1
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I received a complimentary copy of this book through Netgalley. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.
This is the second book in the series and follows the main characters from St. Louis to Cherry Creek in their wagon train, almost to the Uncompahgre where their land is located. A few new characters are introduced who are also headed west. On the way they travel unforgiving land and meet Indians both friendly and hostile. And there is also an enemy within the groupset on reveng ...more
This is the second book in the series and follows the main characters from St. Louis to Cherry Creek in their wagon train, almost to the Uncompahgre where their land is located. A few new characters are introduced who are also headed west. On the way they travel unforgiving land and meet Indians both friendly and hostile. And there is also an enemy within the groupset on reveng ...more
Threads West continues in Maps of Fate. The characters we met in the first book are now in the United States, ready to make their fortunes. The back story detail I loved in the first book continues in this one. You can see the scenery, you recognize some landmarks, this builds the story to be so much more. I did wonder if I'd have the same reaction if I listened to audiobook and I really don't think I would. It is so easy to picture our cast as they weave through the many roadblocks they meet on
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A very enjoyable read and of course a new to me author.
This is one reason that I love Netgalley is because they introduce some wonderful authors.
I love how the 1st pioneers came West. It's easy to imagine yourself on a wagon train heading West and living as pioneers did. I don't think I'd make a very good pioneer lol. Too much stuff I won't eat.
Such a great read and meeting new characters a wonderful plot. This author has neatly wrapped it up.
However I'm glad that I only chose the one book. I ...more
This is one reason that I love Netgalley is because they introduce some wonderful authors.
I love how the 1st pioneers came West. It's easy to imagine yourself on a wagon train heading West and living as pioneers did. I don't think I'd make a very good pioneer lol. Too much stuff I won't eat.
Such a great read and meeting new characters a wonderful plot. This author has neatly wrapped it up.
However I'm glad that I only chose the one book. I ...more
Excellent His Novel
I thoroughly enjoyed this second novel in the Threads West series. The characters are very well developed and so authentic to the times. This novel brings the reality of settling our great country alive. I highly recommend novel to anyone who enjoys the historical genre!
I thoroughly enjoyed this second novel in the Threads West series. The characters are very well developed and so authentic to the times. This novel brings the reality of settling our great country alive. I highly recommend novel to anyone who enjoys the historical genre!
I throughly enjoyed book 1 and most of this second book of the Theeads West series. I skipped over part of chapters 31 and 40 as I don’t need explicit sexual details. I feel it took away from an otherwise excellent book. I’m hoping book 3, which I had already bought, doesn’t have more of the same.
This is a decent series with decent writing. The books are even to slow paced. There are several characters.
This was an enjoyable series, I liked the plot of all four books and the characters in them. Overall I thought these were a great western series.
Jan 14, 2021
deborah haugh
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it was amazing
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Awesome western series
I just finished Maps of Fate and was given the distinct privilege of reading an advanced copy. All I can say is "Amazing". This is the second book in a series called, Threads West, An American Saga. After reading the first book I was impressed with the author's style and ease at telling the tale and introducing the characters to the readers. The descriptive writing style flowed beautifully and you found yourself lost in the book not realizing how long you had actually been reading. As I began re
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Reid Lance Rosenthal has done it again!! His second book of the Threads West, an American Saga series, Maps of Fate, brings all the excitement, adventure, romance and passion of the first book and more. I was drawn back into the lives of his cast of wonderful book one characters from the first page and thrilled to the new personalities I met in book two.
My idea of a really great historical novel is one that will take me back in time and invite me to stay amongst its characters, feeling what they ...more
My idea of a really great historical novel is one that will take me back in time and invite me to stay amongst its characters, feeling what they ...more
MAPS OF FATE: THREADS WEST, AN AMERICAN SAGA by Reid Lance Rosenthal is an American Saga set in the spring of 1855. It is continues the story of generations through the wilds of the west. While, “Maps of Fate” is book #2 in the “Threads West an American Saga” series, it can be read as a stand alone. See, “Threads West”. A complex saga of family,Indians,tragedy,lost,grief,honor,sacrifice,innocence and love. An epic tale of love,struggle,passion of our forefathers of the West.A fast paced,action p
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It has been a long time since we enjoyed the saga of the west in series like Lonesome Dove, Wagons West and Centennial. Reid Lance Rosenthal’s Threads West series was well worth the wait. None can compare to the literary craftsmanship of Rosenthal. Mr. Rosenthal writes with poetic ease creating vivid imagery that will bring the reader back to a time where our country was new, our hopes were high, and adventures waited with each new day. Rosenthal’s well developed characters bring the reader to a
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Even better than the first book! This book continues where the first left off, with the push past civilization into the unknown. The scenery is mesmerizing, as Mr. Rosenthal describes what the characters see and feel in beautiful ways. I especially like how he creates his characters. Both those who are good and those who are evil have clear motivations and goals that are believable. This makes the reasons the good people push through difficulties and trials that would stop a lesser person seem p
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Reid did it again! If you read his first book Threads West, and that book was excellent, Maps was an awesome read...Reid made his characters come to life again, and he made you feel like you were on that wagan train going west. I don't want to spoil what happens if you haven't read it yet, but I felt the weather and how strong the women had to be on this journey for they do alot of manly duties,firing a rifle and driving the wagons when needed, you couldn't be a sissy. I loved the book and I'm a
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Well written saga of the old West. Following the immigration of several people from Europe, Maps of Fate continues their journey out west where they have met up with a wagon train. Follow the adventure from ST Louis to Cherry Creek. Maps of Fate also includes several new characters who have also started the journey west.
My favorite quote from this book is toward the end.
'Charles looked him in the eye. "I know it's been tough. Everyone of you brave people comes through here has their stories. Mo ...more
My favorite quote from this book is toward the end.
'Charles looked him in the eye. "I know it's been tough. Everyone of you brave people comes through here has their stories. Mo ...more
Jan 23, 2016
Sue Myers
rated it
really liked it
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cavalry,
daily-life,
ft-kearney,
historical-fiction,
mormons,
pawnee,
romance,
scouting,
sioux,
slavery
Interesting historical fiction concerning the westward expansion. Book 2 takes the reader from the starting point in St. Louis to the ultimate destination of Cherry Creek. Pretty standard stuff of traveling west--encounters with Indians, fording rivers, storms, and interpersonal relationships. A few more necessary characters introduced from Book 1, but most of the original western travelers remained the same. The author is very knowledgeable about western travel--found it very interesting about
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Great book! I found this one to be even better than book one...it develops the characters and their storied more and you really get pulled into the story. There are a couple surprises that will catch you off-guard too. I had a hard time putting the book down.
This series of books are romance novels. The Western setting is the only reason I am still reading the books. I got books 1,2 and 3 from the library on inter library loan but will not be asking for the rest of the series.
Great read
One of the best I have read this year. Can't wait to continue the saga and find out what happens to all of my favorite main characters! ...more
One of the best I have read this year. Can't wait to continue the saga and find out what happens to all of my favorite main characters! ...more
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