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Cherokee Storm
A frontier woman finds love and safety in the arms of a Cherokee man in this Native American romance by the New York Times bestselling author. 1756. Traveling west with a small party, Shannon O'Shea loses her way in the frontier wilderness. Drenched by driving rains, she takes refuge in a cave and is drawn to the warmth of a fire deep within. There she finds a Cherokee brave, tall and broad-shouldered, scarcely clothed. Storm Dancer whispers that she knew him once. . .long ago. And he vows to keep her safe. By morning, Storm Dancer seems to have vanished. Yet he will remain with Shannon in every way—and awaken her every longing. She knows that Storm Dancer is far more honorable than the white man she must wed. But time will prove that only he can save her from violence and treachery, and that he is the only man she will truly love.
401 pages, Kindle Edition
First published June 23, 2010
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About the author
Janelle Taylor
101 books244 followersThe legendary Janelle Taylor was born on June 28, 1944 in Athens, GA. In 1965, she married Michael Taylor with whom she had two children, Angela Taylor-MacIntyre and Alisha Taylor Thurmond. Ms. Taylor attended the Medical College of Georgia from 1977 to 1979 and Augusta State University from 1980-1981. She withdrew from the latter after she sold her first two novels. Today, she is the author of thirty-nine novels, three novellas, and many contributions to other collections. There are thirty-nine million copies of her works in print worldwide and she has made The New York Times Bestseller List eight times. Ms. Taylor's works have also been featured ten times on the "1 million +" bestseller's list at Publisher's Weekly.
Some of Ms. Taylor's most recent books include By Candlelight, Someday Soon, Lakota Dawn, and Lakota Winds (due out in paperback in May 1999). She has also made contributions to other books including The Leukemia Society Cookbook, Christmas Rendezvous, and Summer Love. In addition, readers can see her as co-host of the QVC/TV Romance Book Club Show.
Ms. Taylor's interests include collecting spoons, coins from around the world, ship models, dolls, and old books. She loves to fish, ride horses, play chess, target-shoot, travel (especially in her motorhome and out West), hunt for Indian relics, and take long walks with her husband. Reading, in particular books set before 1900 and current Biographies, Thrillers, Horror, or Fantasy novels, is also one of Ms. Taylor's favorite activities. She is also extremely active with charity work and was even featured on the cover of Diabetes Forecast in February of 1998.
She lives in the country on seventy-nine acres of woods and pasture with a lake and a catfish pond. She writes her novels in a Spanish cottage which overlooks a five-acre lake, a working water mill, gazebo, and covered bridge.
Some of Ms. Taylor's most recent books include By Candlelight, Someday Soon, Lakota Dawn, and Lakota Winds (due out in paperback in May 1999). She has also made contributions to other books including The Leukemia Society Cookbook, Christmas Rendezvous, and Summer Love. In addition, readers can see her as co-host of the QVC/TV Romance Book Club Show.
Ms. Taylor's interests include collecting spoons, coins from around the world, ship models, dolls, and old books. She loves to fish, ride horses, play chess, target-shoot, travel (especially in her motorhome and out West), hunt for Indian relics, and take long walks with her husband. Reading, in particular books set before 1900 and current Biographies, Thrillers, Horror, or Fantasy novels, is also one of Ms. Taylor's favorite activities. She is also extremely active with charity work and was even featured on the cover of Diabetes Forecast in February of 1998.
She lives in the country on seventy-nine acres of woods and pasture with a lake and a catfish pond. She writes her novels in a Spanish cottage which overlooks a five-acre lake, a working water mill, gazebo, and covered bridge.
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May 25, 2017
This review is of “Cherokee Storm” by Janelle Taylor.
The Story: in the Great Smoky Mountains in June 1756, we met the heroine of the book, Mary Shannon O’Shea, who goes by her middle name. Shannon is on her way to meet her father, Flynn. She gets lost in a storm, and finds refuge in a cave. It is here that she meets the hero of the book, Storm Dancer, a Cherokee brave. Shannon and Storm Dancer have a history together; they knew each other as children.
Despite the objections of Flynn and the Cherokee-and the fact that he is betrothed to another woman-Shannon and Storm Dancer become lovers. Upon hearing about this, Flynn disowns Shannon, and forces her to marry settler Drake Clark, who battles his twin brother, Damon, for Shannon.
After a very brief marriage-Shannon isn’t even sure she’s legally married to Clark-Shannon leaves him and goes back to Storm Dancer, despite the disapproval of his mother and her father, who is later killed.
Storm Dancer is later attacked and wounded by the same person who killed Flynn, but recovers and, for a time, Storm Dancer and Shannon are happy. Then, the person who committed the above heinous acts leads soldiers to the village where Shannon is. She is “rescued” and brought back to the Clark family. However, Shannon is later rescued again by Storm Dancer, and they finally have their Happily Ever After.
Upside: “Cherokee Storm” is a fairly pleasant book. (I have to stretch for something good to say here.)
Downside: Generally speaking, I am a fan of Mrs. Taylor’s work-I own 25 of her books including “Cherokee Storm”-but this is not her best book. I didn’t find Shannon or Storm Dancer interesting. They were not well developed characters. The supporting storylines were just as underdeveloped. Mrs. Taylor never made me, as a reader, care about Shannon and Storm Dancer.
Sex: The only things that stood out to me here-no pun intended!-were the early sex scenes in the book. But even those fell flat toward the end.
Violence: Assault, battery, attempted rape, and multiple killings. Most are not graphically violent, although one assault toward the end of the book is.
Bottom Line: If one is interested in Mrs. Taylor’s work, there are far better books to recommend than “Cherokee Storm”. “Cherokee Storm”? More like annoying drizzle.
The Story: in the Great Smoky Mountains in June 1756, we met the heroine of the book, Mary Shannon O’Shea, who goes by her middle name. Shannon is on her way to meet her father, Flynn. She gets lost in a storm, and finds refuge in a cave. It is here that she meets the hero of the book, Storm Dancer, a Cherokee brave. Shannon and Storm Dancer have a history together; they knew each other as children.
Despite the objections of Flynn and the Cherokee-and the fact that he is betrothed to another woman-Shannon and Storm Dancer become lovers. Upon hearing about this, Flynn disowns Shannon, and forces her to marry settler Drake Clark, who battles his twin brother, Damon, for Shannon.
After a very brief marriage-Shannon isn’t even sure she’s legally married to Clark-Shannon leaves him and goes back to Storm Dancer, despite the disapproval of his mother and her father, who is later killed.
Storm Dancer is later attacked and wounded by the same person who killed Flynn, but recovers and, for a time, Storm Dancer and Shannon are happy. Then, the person who committed the above heinous acts leads soldiers to the village where Shannon is. She is “rescued” and brought back to the Clark family. However, Shannon is later rescued again by Storm Dancer, and they finally have their Happily Ever After.
Upside: “Cherokee Storm” is a fairly pleasant book. (I have to stretch for something good to say here.)
Downside: Generally speaking, I am a fan of Mrs. Taylor’s work-I own 25 of her books including “Cherokee Storm”-but this is not her best book. I didn’t find Shannon or Storm Dancer interesting. They were not well developed characters. The supporting storylines were just as underdeveloped. Mrs. Taylor never made me, as a reader, care about Shannon and Storm Dancer.
Sex: The only things that stood out to me here-no pun intended!-were the early sex scenes in the book. But even those fell flat toward the end.
Violence: Assault, battery, attempted rape, and multiple killings. Most are not graphically violent, although one assault toward the end of the book is.
Bottom Line: If one is interested in Mrs. Taylor’s work, there are far better books to recommend than “Cherokee Storm”. “Cherokee Storm”? More like annoying drizzle.
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March 12, 2018Hero is betrothed but that doesn't stop him from sniffing after ow.
Hero sleeps with ow after meeting heroine... to get over her *roll eyes*
Heroine gets married to another...
Nuff said. -_-
Hero sleeps with ow after meeting heroine... to get over her *roll eyes*
Heroine gets married to another...
Nuff said. -_-
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June 27, 2021
I haven't read Janelle Taylor in 20 years.
I had read the Ecstasy series.
I really looked forward to reading a Native American hero again after so many years, and remembered her.
I'd forgotten how bleak the lives of women are in her books. There are always rapists and wanna be rapists throughout her books.
The men are criminals and the women are victims. Her women leave lives of drudgery and have no control over their fate. It is really bleak fare compared to what I read today. It was nice to go back for a visit but I am now more used to the modern style.
I liked Storm Dancer. Shannon was ok.. Gall reminded me a lot of Powchutu. I remember wishing at the time she did not make Powchutu into a bad guy. Actually, invariably the males in her books are almost all bad
guys. As a woman, I would never want to live in Janelle Taylor's wild west. Too bleak for me.
Also, The guy on the cover, although attractive, should have been Native. This guy could've been a white banker in an office with a haircut.
I had read the Ecstasy series.
I really looked forward to reading a Native American hero again after so many years, and remembered her.
I'd forgotten how bleak the lives of women are in her books. There are always rapists and wanna be rapists throughout her books.
The men are criminals and the women are victims. Her women leave lives of drudgery and have no control over their fate. It is really bleak fare compared to what I read today. It was nice to go back for a visit but I am now more used to the modern style.
I liked Storm Dancer. Shannon was ok.. Gall reminded me a lot of Powchutu. I remember wishing at the time she did not make Powchutu into a bad guy. Actually, invariably the males in her books are almost all bad
guys. As a woman, I would never want to live in Janelle Taylor's wild west. Too bleak for me.
Also, The guy on the cover, although attractive, should have been Native. This guy could've been a white banker in an office with a haircut.
July 27, 2020
Read March 2018
Cherokee Storm is ridiculous. Negative 1 star
Cherokee Storm is ridiculous. Negative 1 star
August 28, 2011
Janelle Taylor’s Cherokee Storm is a heartfelt story about two people from two different worlds who must fight against everything to be together. Fans of a truly compelling and emotional love story set during the Seven Years War and tumultuous years of American settlement will love this novel.
Shannon O’Shea is a young girl who has too often seen the horrors of the open frontier. One day, she ventures away from her party only to become lost in a rain storm. She immediately seeks shelter in a nearby cave and meets a Cherokee named Storm Dancer. When this native tells her he is the young boy she knew from her youth, she is in disbelief. This rough looking man cannot be the same young boy she knew all those years ago. Yet even after she leaves him when the storm clears, she cannot erase his presence from her memory. A few more chance meetings leads both Shannon and Storm Dancer to question the path their lives are set on. Will they disobey their family and heritage for love or will the horrors of the frontier keep them apart forever?
It would be hard pressed to find a time period when a love such as Shannon and Storm Dancer’s could have been more impossible. They were from two very different cultures on the verge of war. Their families and their heritage forbade their match, but their bond goes farther than any human influence or forbiddance. This story examines what truly makes a family and what defines its members. It is about the inner turmoil the characters face when they cannot accept the future that is set out for them. Also dealing with the difficult choices they must make to be truly happy, even if it means disobeying their family or mentors wishes. Shannon basically exists without many family ties. On the other hand, Storm Dancer is deeply tied to his tribe and family. Both of their situations complicate their story in unexpected ways.
Taylor weaves an emotional tale that makes you desperate to see this couple happy, but it’s as if every obstacle possible stands in their way. Which only makes their journey that much more satisfying at the conclusion. The story sets a pretty fast pace and has many suspenseful situations that keep you intrigued throughout. Of course, in the midst of all the drama and tragedy is a romantic tale that would be historic were it true. These characters realized what is expected of them and what they are supposed to do, but they face destiny head on, determined to change it. In the beginning though, they tried to accept the paths they had been set on.
“Why did you follow me to this village?” he demanded. “I came here to forget you.”
He moved closer still, looming over her. She could feel the warmth of his breath on her lips. “I didn’t know you were here. My father brought me.”
“This cannot be.”
“You must believe me.” She extended an open hand to him. “I didn’t know you were here...in the arms of your woman.”
“Feather Blanket is not my woman.”
The air sizzled with energy, exactly as she’d felt that night at the cave when the lightning struck around her. “I saw you...” she protested. “I know–”
“You know nothing.” He seized her and dragged her against him. His mouth crushed hers, hard fingers tangled in her hair. She opened to him, reveling in the sweet, hot taste of his tongue. The earth dropped away beneath her as she clung to him and their kiss went on and on.
The author writes a narrative about forbidden love with extraordinary detail and description. The explanation of the Cherokee history and customs is explained very well and is not too heavy to absorb. This book has a very large cast of characters with each one being a very distinctive and colorful addition to the story. Her book has plenty of adventure and information, but it is written in such a way that the story doesn’t feel too drawn out or overwhelming. The book starts off quickly, and continues to keep an exciting pace, which leads into a fulfilling conclusion.
Overall, Cherokee Storm is a novel about the injustices in seeking a forbidden love and struggling to overcome these issues. You will read an amazing story about the determination these two characters have to be together despite all the outside forces keeping them apart. Once you start, you will find this irresistible story difficult to put down. Be prepared to enjoy this compelling tale about the lengths some are willing to go to win the ultimate and final battle. The battle in which the outcome will hopefully be the triumph of true love.
Overall Rating: 4/5
Heat Level: 4/5
Lisa @ Once Upon A Chapter
Shannon O’Shea is a young girl who has too often seen the horrors of the open frontier. One day, she ventures away from her party only to become lost in a rain storm. She immediately seeks shelter in a nearby cave and meets a Cherokee named Storm Dancer. When this native tells her he is the young boy she knew from her youth, she is in disbelief. This rough looking man cannot be the same young boy she knew all those years ago. Yet even after she leaves him when the storm clears, she cannot erase his presence from her memory. A few more chance meetings leads both Shannon and Storm Dancer to question the path their lives are set on. Will they disobey their family and heritage for love or will the horrors of the frontier keep them apart forever?
It would be hard pressed to find a time period when a love such as Shannon and Storm Dancer’s could have been more impossible. They were from two very different cultures on the verge of war. Their families and their heritage forbade their match, but their bond goes farther than any human influence or forbiddance. This story examines what truly makes a family and what defines its members. It is about the inner turmoil the characters face when they cannot accept the future that is set out for them. Also dealing with the difficult choices they must make to be truly happy, even if it means disobeying their family or mentors wishes. Shannon basically exists without many family ties. On the other hand, Storm Dancer is deeply tied to his tribe and family. Both of their situations complicate their story in unexpected ways.
Taylor weaves an emotional tale that makes you desperate to see this couple happy, but it’s as if every obstacle possible stands in their way. Which only makes their journey that much more satisfying at the conclusion. The story sets a pretty fast pace and has many suspenseful situations that keep you intrigued throughout. Of course, in the midst of all the drama and tragedy is a romantic tale that would be historic were it true. These characters realized what is expected of them and what they are supposed to do, but they face destiny head on, determined to change it. In the beginning though, they tried to accept the paths they had been set on.
“Why did you follow me to this village?” he demanded. “I came here to forget you.”
He moved closer still, looming over her. She could feel the warmth of his breath on her lips. “I didn’t know you were here. My father brought me.”
“This cannot be.”
“You must believe me.” She extended an open hand to him. “I didn’t know you were here...in the arms of your woman.”
“Feather Blanket is not my woman.”
The air sizzled with energy, exactly as she’d felt that night at the cave when the lightning struck around her. “I saw you...” she protested. “I know–”
“You know nothing.” He seized her and dragged her against him. His mouth crushed hers, hard fingers tangled in her hair. She opened to him, reveling in the sweet, hot taste of his tongue. The earth dropped away beneath her as she clung to him and their kiss went on and on.
The author writes a narrative about forbidden love with extraordinary detail and description. The explanation of the Cherokee history and customs is explained very well and is not too heavy to absorb. This book has a very large cast of characters with each one being a very distinctive and colorful addition to the story. Her book has plenty of adventure and information, but it is written in such a way that the story doesn’t feel too drawn out or overwhelming. The book starts off quickly, and continues to keep an exciting pace, which leads into a fulfilling conclusion.
Overall, Cherokee Storm is a novel about the injustices in seeking a forbidden love and struggling to overcome these issues. You will read an amazing story about the determination these two characters have to be together despite all the outside forces keeping them apart. Once you start, you will find this irresistible story difficult to put down. Be prepared to enjoy this compelling tale about the lengths some are willing to go to win the ultimate and final battle. The battle in which the outcome will hopefully be the triumph of true love.
Overall Rating: 4/5
Heat Level: 4/5
Lisa @ Once Upon A Chapter
March 1, 2013
I enjoyed the writing and the first few chapters. Then the story seemed to go all over the place and I gave up.
Shannon has spent the last few years in a tavern as an indentured servant. She has worked hard to retain her virtue, fighting off men. Now she is returning to her father's ranch.
After she gets lost in a storm, she encounters Storm Dancer, who was her childhood friend, and they shelter the night in a cave. During this night she is petrified he will "have his way with her."
And yet, in the next few chapters, we see her spending her nights masturbating and dreaming of having sex with him. I found this in poor taste - as if the author felt under pressure to make the book steamy, and did it by inserting these pointless dream scenes.
I don't mind hot love scenes if they add to the story. These didn't, they just seemed odd and out of place.
Then, when a white settler wants to court Shannon, she seems to have the hots for him too. I didn't find it particularly appealing to read about a heroine whose thoughts are so dominated by lust - not just for one man, but any attractive man.
It might have been a good story once it got going, but the pointless sex scenes before a relationship had even begun alienated me.
Shannon has spent the last few years in a tavern as an indentured servant. She has worked hard to retain her virtue, fighting off men. Now she is returning to her father's ranch.
After she gets lost in a storm, she encounters Storm Dancer, who was her childhood friend, and they shelter the night in a cave. During this night she is petrified he will "have his way with her."
And yet, in the next few chapters, we see her spending her nights masturbating and dreaming of having sex with him. I found this in poor taste - as if the author felt under pressure to make the book steamy, and did it by inserting these pointless dream scenes.
I don't mind hot love scenes if they add to the story. These didn't, they just seemed odd and out of place.
Then, when a white settler wants to court Shannon, she seems to have the hots for him too. I didn't find it particularly appealing to read about a heroine whose thoughts are so dominated by lust - not just for one man, but any attractive man.
It might have been a good story once it got going, but the pointless sex scenes before a relationship had even begun alienated me.
January 24, 2011
The novel raced along at a breath taking pace. Shannon O'Shea, a beautiful blond has trouble fending off men but there is only one she wants, the Cherokee warrior, Storm Dancer. He in turn wants her but his mother wants him to marry another. Shannon's father too disapproves and sends her away to marry a white
man. Meanwhile war erupts around them as the Huron, Delaware, Shawnee, Creek and Cherokee attempt to keep the white man out of their land. It doesn't help matters that these tribes also consider each other the enemy. There is a treacherous blackguard among the Cherokee who is only unmasked toward the end. There was also some comedy in here such as their Jesus died on a tree! Amidst the chaos of war and betrayal, will the love of two from different worlds prevail? As the pace of this novel never lets up, it will keep the reader awake with all the lights on. Warning: Do not begin this on a night before you have to go to work!
man. Meanwhile war erupts around them as the Huron, Delaware, Shawnee, Creek and Cherokee attempt to keep the white man out of their land. It doesn't help matters that these tribes also consider each other the enemy. There is a treacherous blackguard among the Cherokee who is only unmasked toward the end. There was also some comedy in here such as their Jesus died on a tree! Amidst the chaos of war and betrayal, will the love of two from different worlds prevail? As the pace of this novel never lets up, it will keep the reader awake with all the lights on. Warning: Do not begin this on a night before you have to go to work!
October 11, 2015
Wonderful, typical, Romance by Taylor
Again, a book I was unable to put down until the end. No one can write a historical romance quite as well as Janelle. I thank her that her words again took me to another place, another time, and I found the character that I became swept away by the love of a strong, compassionate man. I started dating my husband when I was 15 and he was 16. We have been married 45 years. I love him more than life. However, I love to slip away into a fantasy world, now and then, and meet a woman's dream lover whose words and actions can articulate the ultimate love of all!!! Patricia LaDuke
Again, a book I was unable to put down until the end. No one can write a historical romance quite as well as Janelle. I thank her that her words again took me to another place, another time, and I found the character that I became swept away by the love of a strong, compassionate man. I started dating my husband when I was 15 and he was 16. We have been married 45 years. I love him more than life. However, I love to slip away into a fantasy world, now and then, and meet a woman's dream lover whose words and actions can articulate the ultimate love of all!!! Patricia LaDuke
August 16, 2010
Not great...just okay...
June 20, 2011
Awesome Book
July 20, 2012
This is one good book. Irish trader's daughter, Cherokees, Shawnees, English redcoats, french army, new settlers etc...
The ending could of been a bit more stretched out but still good.
The ending could of been a bit more stretched out but still good.
July 4, 2023
Generally speaking, I liked it. I liked it quite a bit, actually. I think the author actually did the research and knew what she was talking about (which is way more than what can be said about some other entries in the Native American romance sub genre that I’ve read 😩) and wow did I absolutely love Storm Dancer. Like. He just might be my favorite book boyfriend of the year so far. A true delight to have and read about. However, I think towards the last third of the book the plot started to get away from me — and perhaps even Janelle, too. There was always an air of mystery surrounding the events taking place but then all of a sudden it shot off in ten different directions all at once and I wouldn’t say all of them got the closure they probably deserved. For example, Cardnial’s murder … we’re just gonna let that go? Let it slide? And was Gall telling the truth about her sleeping around with married men in the village despite being promised to Storm Dancer since he was two years old? Despite the fact he was essentially a prince and the prophesied hero of his people? Despite the fact she assured him no one else had had her? And, perhaps most importantly of all … WHY did she agree to work with Gall in the first place when she told Storm Dancer she didn’t mind if he didn’t marry her because there was someone else she’d rather have anyway??? Like?? I would’ve much rather spent more time on this plot thread than Flynn being an absolute misogynist AND racist religious cuck despite Janelle doing the most to remind me every other page that he was a good man, actually, he just wasn’t the best at showing it, that’s all. 🙄 Yeah, okay, Janelle.
Anyway, even though it definitely had its issues I’d say it was largely an enjoyable read and I’d be interested in checking out more of her work some day.
Anyway, even though it definitely had its issues I’d say it was largely an enjoyable read and I’d be interested in checking out more of her work some day.
February 5, 2025
First of all, this cover! (/ω＼) Is it just me, or is the model just a white guy with bronzer? (,,>﹏<,,)
Second, I have to say this isn't my "normal" romance read. I inherited this book in a bulk romance buy, and while I read it through, I'm just not sure how I feel about it as a whole.
Pros: I thought the setting & historical fiction aspect of this book read well. Reading about the open wilderness was romantic and learning about the Cherokee village was cool/interesting! (Cherokee Storm reads rich in description & I wonder how historically accurate this book is...)
Cons: I don't think I ever really cared for Shannon and Storm Dancer as a couple. I mean I don't hate them, but I don't really see their chemistry or their love. Yes, there was devotion (a total devotion from Shannon), but it almost read like Shannon could have picked any random Cherokee warrior, and the book would have read the same. Which is disappointing, especially since Shannon and Storm Dancer knew each other as children... They had a whole history and friendship that didn't come through the page. And at some points in the book it reads like all we are left with is their lust for each other. Especially Shannon's lust for Storm Dancer.
I liked some of the side characters a lot. Like Shannon's father, Flynn, and his wife, Oona.
I did find the plot a little knotty (overly complicated) with Drake & Damon, and Gall. I would have much preferred the plot to be simpler, with more of a focus on Shannon and Storm Dancer's love. But, oh well. That's not what this book is.
So, it gets a generous 2.5-star/3 rating from me.
Second, I have to say this isn't my "normal" romance read. I inherited this book in a bulk romance buy, and while I read it through, I'm just not sure how I feel about it as a whole.
Pros: I thought the setting & historical fiction aspect of this book read well. Reading about the open wilderness was romantic and learning about the Cherokee village was cool/interesting! (Cherokee Storm reads rich in description & I wonder how historically accurate this book is...)
Cons: I don't think I ever really cared for Shannon and Storm Dancer as a couple. I mean I don't hate them, but I don't really see their chemistry or their love. Yes, there was devotion (a total devotion from Shannon), but it almost read like Shannon could have picked any random Cherokee warrior, and the book would have read the same. Which is disappointing, especially since Shannon and Storm Dancer knew each other as children... They had a whole history and friendship that didn't come through the page. And at some points in the book it reads like all we are left with is their lust for each other. Especially Shannon's lust for Storm Dancer.
I liked some of the side characters a lot. Like Shannon's father, Flynn, and his wife, Oona.
I did find the plot a little knotty (overly complicated) with Drake & Damon, and Gall. I would have much preferred the plot to be simpler, with more of a focus on Shannon and Storm Dancer's love. But, oh well. That's not what this book is.
So, it gets a generous 2.5-star/3 rating from me.
September 15, 2022
They knew each other as children. He a Cherokee and she the daughter of an Irish trader. They spirits are forever intertwined and when she becomes lost from her wagon train, he keeps her safe. When there is unrest, and her father is killed he takes her to his village against his mother's wishes. When a sacred item is stolen and damaged, she is blamed and punished. When they discover him seriously wounded and near death, they release her and ask for her help. She becomes his wife so he may die in peace. He survives and together they try to find happiness, but this is short lived.
January 31, 2018
While I found parts of this story to be entertaining, overall I was disappointed with this book. I guess I was expecting a lot more about the Indian way of life, and more of an actual story line than this book has to offer. The heroine Shannon also began to grate on my nerves by the end of the story. I liked the hero Storm Dancer, and I wish that more of the emphasis had been on him & less on Shannon and the "white traders". There are probably better Indian romances out there.
2 1/2 stars
2 1/2 stars
April 8, 2018
3 stars, I liked Cherokee Storm but didn't love it. The MCs behaved VERY unrealistically for this time period and the book dragged on and on at the end, but then had an abrupt final scene and no epilogue. But the writing is decent, the plot and characters were interesting, I've just read much better in this genre.
October 6, 2021
AMAZING!!
Janelle Taylor is one of my favorite authors and has been since I was a young teenager! She always adds so much detail and anticipation to her stories! This story of Storm Dancer and Shannon is a must read for anyone looking for an authentic Historical
romance!
Janelle Taylor is one of my favorite authors and has been since I was a young teenager! She always adds so much detail and anticipation to her stories! This story of Storm Dancer and Shannon is a must read for anyone looking for an authentic Historical
romance!
May 20, 2019
Stopped half way through. The sitting want good and I became irritated when the entire plot became driven by misunderstandings.
November 19, 2019
I had to stop reading it, it was just so boring. I got to chapter 4 but only a few pages in. I may or may not try another one of her books.
December 11, 2019
Heartfelt
Another great book so much to keep me reading and happy worried, sad and excited.Awesome book totally enjoyed it. You have to read.
Another great book so much to keep me reading and happy worried, sad and excited.Awesome book totally enjoyed it. You have to read.
February 1, 2020
Loved it
Enjoyed the story and the way the characters were developed. Looking forward to reading more books by this author. Great read :)
Enjoyed the story and the way the characters were developed. Looking forward to reading more books by this author. Great read :)
August 15, 2020
Awesome
Awesome book I can't even begin to tell you how it made me feel I felt like I was in the book with storm dancer I will probably be reading it again soon
Awesome book I can't even begin to tell you how it made me feel I felt like I was in the book with storm dancer I will probably be reading it again soon
October 4, 2020
Cherokee storm
The book wasn’t bad but it took me a while to get into it. I’m happy to see that true love won out in the end.
The book wasn’t bad but it took me a while to get into it. I’m happy to see that true love won out in the end.
August 15, 2021
I love Indian books
One of the best books I have read in a long time. Janelle Taylor is one of the best writers.
One of the best books I have read in a long time. Janelle Taylor is one of the best writers.
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July 30, 2022DNF 26%
Not a fan of OW/OM.
Not a fan of OW/OM.
April 1, 2024
I loved this book my all time fave
January 8, 2013
Having read the summary, I thought that this book would have been better but alas while I did enjoy it, I was mistaken. It actually leaves me hesitant to read another book from her though it is a moderate read.
This story while starting rather good, falls short once it hits the middle, more so towards the end. The great thing about it however, is that there is always something going on to keep you interested. This is pulled off by the vast amount of characters that are all diverse and engaging. Firefly, who is Storm Dancers mother is a woman that kept me hooked surprisingly. The detail of the Cherokee way and the historical notes makes for a really authentic feel and J.T pulled off the fact that this is set during the French and Indian War where no one could be trusted.
Nesting Swan, a runaway slave woman also kept me curious and almost made me wish that she had a bigger role or spotlight within the story. Basically what I'm trying to say is that there were side-characters that I much preferred over the hero and heroine.
And that was another thing, when I first started the book there was neigh a description on how Shannon looked. So I was envisioning this beautiful, red haired girl for quite sometime until nearing a little more than a quarter of the book, someone finally exclaimed that she's blonde. Mrs. Taylor should have put that in sooner...
The twists and turns are at first very hooking but then it starts to get old too fast and the ending was so rushed it left me completely disappointed and unsatisfied. Seriously, all hell breaks loose and suddenly the hero pops out of nowhere to save the heroine and says everything will be alright?! It didn't even feel like he saved her, and that the danger was still looming. It was like a warped, empty hole sucked a whole chunk of the story. There were so many "What about,..." what and whom within the universe. It threw me off so much. If it wasn't for the fact that I was reading it through my Kobo, I would have slammed the book down in frustration. But I wouldn't do that to my poor device, he's innocent.
This story while starting rather good, falls short once it hits the middle, more so towards the end. The great thing about it however, is that there is always something going on to keep you interested. This is pulled off by the vast amount of characters that are all diverse and engaging. Firefly, who is Storm Dancers mother is a woman that kept me hooked surprisingly. The detail of the Cherokee way and the historical notes makes for a really authentic feel and J.T pulled off the fact that this is set during the French and Indian War where no one could be trusted.
Nesting Swan, a runaway slave woman also kept me curious and almost made me wish that she had a bigger role or spotlight within the story. Basically what I'm trying to say is that there were side-characters that I much preferred over the hero and heroine.
And that was another thing, when I first started the book there was neigh a description on how Shannon looked. So I was envisioning this beautiful, red haired girl for quite sometime until nearing a little more than a quarter of the book, someone finally exclaimed that she's blonde. Mrs. Taylor should have put that in sooner...
The twists and turns are at first very hooking but then it starts to get old too fast and the ending was so rushed it left me completely disappointed and unsatisfied. Seriously, all hell breaks loose and suddenly the hero pops out of nowhere to save the heroine and says everything will be alright?! It didn't even feel like he saved her, and that the danger was still looming. It was like a warped, empty hole sucked a whole chunk of the story. There were so many "What about,..." what and whom within the universe. It threw me off so much. If it wasn't for the fact that I was reading it through my Kobo, I would have slammed the book down in frustration. But I wouldn't do that to my poor device, he's innocent.
July 19, 2010
I definitely enjoyed this book, quite a change from the romances I usually read which are set in 19th century England. This book is set in 1756 in the Smoky Mountains. I liked how the author included the tensions going on at this time due to the French and Indian War; confusion over who to trust/ally with on all sides of the conflict. Of course the heroine, Shannon, falls into a forbidden love with Storm Dancer, the Cherokee prophet. I could have done without the prophet part, but it wasn't too overdone. He's uber sexy and virile while she's super honry so their relationship works out well. The plot is a bit predictable, but a plot that I love so I didn't mind. Definitely a romance worth reading with a little bodice ripping at the end!
November 7, 2011
I read the reviews on Amazon for this book, and they were not very positive. I wasn't expecting much when I picked it up from the library, but was pleasantly surprised. It was a pretty romantic story. Lots of longing and situation after situation keeping the Irish girl and the Cherokee warrior apart. I am not too familiar with Native American history, but it seemed authentic. The story did get bogged down in the details a bit, but overall a decent romance. A nice change from my usual diet of Regency or Paranormal Romance. May try another by this author in the future.
June 1, 2011
I have to admit that I did not finish this book, and so the rating that I have given it may not be accurate to the story's worth. That being said, I really could not get into the nitty gritty details of the story, but I did like the concept and the climax of the story was entertaining enough. I will probably update this review some day and give it the rating it deserves.
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