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Arapaho Lance
A Native American Fiction full of adventure and romance. Great feats of the warlike Arapaho arise as Jedidiah Bracket faces obstacles and becomes the great Arapaho Warrior and Lance Bearer, Crow Killer.
Eighteen hundred and forty nine, western Nebraska Territory, the crossing of the North Platte was rough. Jedidiah Bracket fell headfirst into the raging waters of the river and survived only to find himself surrounded by hostile Arapaho warriors.
One warrior wanted to kill him, but after discovering the mark of the Arapaho Lance on his back, he was taken back to their village. Jed was treated with respect and taught the passage of manhood into the Arapaho Lance Bearers by the one warrior that hated him most, Walking Horse. Taught the language and nursed back to health by Walking Horse's woman, the beautiful Little Antelope, Jed had many trials to overcome.
Eighteen hundred and forty nine, western Nebraska Territory, the crossing of the North Platte was rough. Jedidiah Bracket fell headfirst into the raging waters of the river and survived only to find himself surrounded by hostile Arapaho warriors.
One warrior wanted to kill him, but after discovering the mark of the Arapaho Lance on his back, he was taken back to their village. Jed was treated with respect and taught the passage of manhood into the Arapaho Lance Bearers by the one warrior that hated him most, Walking Horse. Taught the language and nursed back to health by Walking Horse's woman, the beautiful Little Antelope, Jed had many trials to overcome.
- GenresWesterns
244 pages, Paperback
Published October 2, 2017
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About the author
Alfred Dennis
32 books37 followersWestern Author, Alfred Dennis, enjoys telling stories and has written over 15 novels. His novels reflect his passion for writing stories of the early days of America with emphasis on the Old West.
Alfred Dennis, writer and Vietnam veteran, was influenced by his work around cowboys, horses, and rodeos. The author spent many years around campfires, listening to fellow cowboys share their stories about the open range. He made his living breaking and shoeing horses, and working cattle. He and his wife raised five children and they currently live in rural southeastern Oklahoma in the beautiful Kiamichi Mountains.
His book's categories include Westerns, Native American Fiction, Historical Fiction, Action/Adventure, and Western Romance. Alfred's novels are the real McCoy, full action, suitable for any age western novel reader.
Alfred Dennis, writer and Vietnam veteran, was influenced by his work around cowboys, horses, and rodeos. The author spent many years around campfires, listening to fellow cowboys share their stories about the open range. He made his living breaking and shoeing horses, and working cattle. He and his wife raised five children and they currently live in rural southeastern Oklahoma in the beautiful Kiamichi Mountains.
His book's categories include Westerns, Native American Fiction, Historical Fiction, Action/Adventure, and Western Romance. Alfred's novels are the real McCoy, full action, suitable for any age western novel reader.
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December 15, 2020My grandson suggested that I read this book. I thought it was a school assignment but it seems that his dad had just bought some beagles from the author and he was curious about this series. I just started book 5 “Blood on the Lance “ I hope my enjoyment of the Crow Killer series will encourage Garrett to read. He is almost 15 and would rather be outdoors but his curiosity is apparent. Thank you for writing these life like books about our American Indians. And hopefully these books will turn Garrett into a reader
January 3, 2019
This book is in the top of my list as one of my favorites.
I have read hundreds of books of this type, western fiction based on fact. I recommend it to anyone who shares my interest in this subject matter.
I have read hundreds of books of this type, western fiction based on fact. I recommend it to anyone who shares my interest in this subject matter.
September 29, 2021
Indian lore
I enjoy reading western books like this one. It puts the life of the Native Americans as any people trying to live their lifestyle as they want to,and rightly deserved to do so. I will certainly be reading more.
I enjoy reading western books like this one. It puts the life of the Native Americans as any people trying to live their lifestyle as they want to,and rightly deserved to do so. I will certainly be reading more.
February 9, 2024
This has to be one of the best American Indian stories I've ever read! It was well written, full of action and totally realistic as to the ways of the individuals and the lands they lived in. I thoroughly enjoyed this book and look forward to reading more from this author! I had a hard time putting it down. I can't recommend it enough! Read it, you'll be glad you did!
October 30, 2018
An AD Western Novel About A Young White Man Raised by Indians
AD has penned a western novel about a young man who, when crossing a river, is knocked out and later rescued by the Arapaho Indians. He is trained in the way of life for Indians and exceeds the tribal needs in what is expected as a warrior. He fights the other tribes with reckless abandon. This is an excellent read for the genre.....DEHS
AD has penned a western novel about a young man who, when crossing a river, is knocked out and later rescued by the Arapaho Indians. He is trained in the way of life for Indians and exceeds the tribal needs in what is expected as a warrior. He fights the other tribes with reckless abandon. This is an excellent read for the genre.....DEHS
February 8, 2022
Crow Killer a name given to young man by Arapaho
As a wagon train traveled West a young stepson was constantly tormented by his step brothers. As they crossed a river he was pushed out of the wagon and left to die. He was found by a war party and taken to their village. There he found a home and was accepted into the tribe. He became a fierce warrior but still had the conscience of the white man. Enjoying this series.
As a wagon train traveled West a young stepson was constantly tormented by his step brothers. As they crossed a river he was pushed out of the wagon and left to die. He was found by a war party and taken to their village. There he found a home and was accepted into the tribe. He became a fierce warrior but still had the conscience of the white man. Enjoying this series.
November 7, 2021
5 Stars
Looks like its going to be a good series. Jedidiah Bracket lost in a river crossing on a wagon train. Found and adopted by the Arapaho tribe, grows into one of their greatest warriors.
Looks like its going to be a good series. Jedidiah Bracket lost in a river crossing on a wagon train. Found and adopted by the Arapaho tribe, grows into one of their greatest warriors.
December 17, 2021
The first americans
This was a well written story told they the Indians perspective,couldn't out it down,I was entranced with its story line,loved each new character and felt each emotion ! Great western story
This was a well written story told they the Indians perspective,couldn't out it down,I was entranced with its story line,loved each new character and felt each emotion ! Great western story
October 22, 2025
Great storyline!
I love these stories by this author! They tell a good story and have lots of action in them! He makes you feel like you could go out on a trail ride and find those beautiful spots with no effort!
I love these stories by this author! They tell a good story and have lots of action in them! He makes you feel like you could go out on a trail ride and find those beautiful spots with no effort!
February 28, 2026
Something different
So well written! There was not one chapter that lacked suspense love and friendship. Makes me proud of my Native blood. If only we had followed the Indian way. Our world, it would be a better country. Very well written and very much enjoyed.
So well written! There was not one chapter that lacked suspense love and friendship. Makes me proud of my Native blood. If only we had followed the Indian way. Our world, it would be a better country. Very well written and very much enjoyed.
April 7, 2020
Crow killer
Very interesting book. I enjoyed it very much. The author kept me reading. I look forward to reading more of his books.
Very interesting book. I enjoyed it very much. The author kept me reading. I look forward to reading more of his books.
April 7, 2020
Great read
Good to read of people who owned the land before the [civilized] butchers arrived. Honor and family seemed important to them. I look forward to reading more.
Good to read of people who owned the land before the [civilized] butchers arrived. Honor and family seemed important to them. I look forward to reading more.
June 26, 2020
4 stars
A fair read. Good action and good description. Good examples of doing the right thing, something lacking in the world today.
A fair read. Good action and good description. Good examples of doing the right thing, something lacking in the world today.
December 24, 2023
Alfred Dennis books
Met the author few years ago signed all my books in Choctaw pow wow Labor Day weekend His books are page turners can’t set it down till it’s done each time
Met the author few years ago signed all my books in Choctaw pow wow Labor Day weekend His books are page turners can’t set it down till it’s done each time
May 22, 2025
Great reading
Holds your attention. Flows through the book. I love reading book. Very good reading. Love to read more of this author.
Holds your attention. Flows through the book. I love reading book. Very good reading. Love to read more of this author.
February 1, 2026
Very enjoyable !
Just started reading westerns again after plenty years. Enjoyed the transfer of life styles in this book, and the emphasis on honor and honesty.
Semper Fi
Just started reading westerns again after plenty years. Enjoyed the transfer of life styles in this book, and the emphasis on honor and honesty.
Semper Fi
November 10, 2021
Absolutely superb, I am so enjoying this first book. I know I shall read all of them. It is simply written, inspiring and informative. I cannot wait to see what happens next.
February 15, 2025
Arapaho Lance : Crow Killer
This is a good book, with a great story line about a young white boy who gets separated from his family,who are traveling with a wagon train .He gets thrown out of the wagon into a flooded river, and carried downstream a long distance before he can get to shore.
This is a good book, with a great story line about a young white boy who gets separated from his family,who are traveling with a wagon train .He gets thrown out of the wagon into a flooded river, and carried downstream a long distance before he can get to shore.
December 21, 2022
Just a fun adventure, none to deep
A fun and exciting story of a white boy who joins the Arapaho to become a formidable warrior. Good writing for a frolic, could have used a bit more editing for typos.
A fun and exciting story of a white boy who joins the Arapaho to become a formidable warrior. Good writing for a frolic, could have used a bit more editing for typos.
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