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Black Wolf: Lakota Man
In “Black Lakota Man”, Black Wolf, an Austin, Texas rock band of four Lakota Sioux brothers, has just signed with a national label. Caleb, lead guitarist and oldest of the brothers, has the world by the tail -- until he meets Sara Bradford, a woman he wants, but who doesn't want him. Through cultural battles, meddlers, and the music industry, they struggle to find their way.
242 pages, Kindle Edition
First published December 2, 2005
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Magnolia Belle
43 books36 followersMagnolia Belle grew up in a military family and has lived in several U.S. states as well as the Orient. She graduated in 1978 from Tarleton State University, where, as editor of the University paper, she won first place in the Texas Intercollegiate Press Association Editorial competition in 1977. She was also a member of "Who's Who Among Colleges and Universities" in 1977-78. She currently lives in Texas with her husband and their (spoiled) dogs.
A singer/songwriter and guitarist, she played with a band in the 1980s that made 3 albums. Belle proudly declares some Native American heritage. The above two facts are part of the basis of the Black Wolf series. Considering herself a native Texan, her T'on Ma and Black Wolf series are both set in that great state.
A singer/songwriter and guitarist, she played with a band in the 1980s that made 3 albums. Belle proudly declares some Native American heritage. The above two facts are part of the basis of the Black Wolf series. Considering herself a native Texan, her T'on Ma and Black Wolf series are both set in that great state.
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January 10, 2017
This book has a different start than any book that I have every read. Sara saw Caleb leaning against a door jam. She decided that he needed a kiss and she went over to him and told him so. He wanted to know if she was going to do it. She kissed him and from there the story starts. It's a good story.
July 17, 2013
This was another great find.
Lakota Man is a beautiful love story, but it is more, much more – it is a rock ‘n roll love story, and in my opinion, it doesn’t get any better than that.
Caleb and Sara are both musicians. Caleb is the lead singer and guitarist of a rock band, and Sara is a beautiful and vibrant Blues singer. They meet at the recording studio where they are both working on their latest projects and are immediately attracted to each other.
The story follows their hesitant first steps to try, in their own way, to trust each other enough to open the door to love – both Sara and Caleb had been hurt badly in the past and they were understandably hesitant to entrust their hearts to just anyone. But they both knew there was something special happening, the chemistry was there - they just needed to trust it.
There is so much about this book that I loved. Firstly, the story – it is a true love story, the sexual attraction between Sara and Caleb is handled subtly by the author, but it is there. The personalities of each character has been so well thought out, and brought into the story, which made for great reading. I also loved the insight into the Native American culture, which was a bonus, I just wish there had been more, a lot more :)
I highly recommend this book if you love a good romance, rock ‘n roll, and a very good story which is told in a way that leaves you wanting more. I Loved it.
Lakota Man is a beautiful love story, but it is more, much more – it is a rock ‘n roll love story, and in my opinion, it doesn’t get any better than that.
Caleb and Sara are both musicians. Caleb is the lead singer and guitarist of a rock band, and Sara is a beautiful and vibrant Blues singer. They meet at the recording studio where they are both working on their latest projects and are immediately attracted to each other.
The story follows their hesitant first steps to try, in their own way, to trust each other enough to open the door to love – both Sara and Caleb had been hurt badly in the past and they were understandably hesitant to entrust their hearts to just anyone. But they both knew there was something special happening, the chemistry was there - they just needed to trust it.
There is so much about this book that I loved. Firstly, the story – it is a true love story, the sexual attraction between Sara and Caleb is handled subtly by the author, but it is there. The personalities of each character has been so well thought out, and brought into the story, which made for great reading. I also loved the insight into the Native American culture, which was a bonus, I just wish there had been more, a lot more :)
I highly recommend this book if you love a good romance, rock ‘n roll, and a very good story which is told in a way that leaves you wanting more. I Loved it.
March 2, 2010
First, I will say that I was given a copy of this work to review, however I would have easily paid for it! It's a very well written book!
Black Wolf: Lakota man is a love story of the highest caliber! Musicians always get the girls, and in Caleb's case, he's the typical musician player. He's spent his young life going from girl to girl, gold digger to one night stand. That is, until he meets Sara. After a spur of the moment kiss when they first meet, Caleb falls easily for the charming and beautiful Sara, and she for him. As they learn what it means to truly fall in love, they effect everyone around them, especially Caleb's brothers: his fellow band members!
Before they get too intimate, Sara needs three things: To meet Caleb's parents and entire family, to see her at her absolute worst, and to have a serious fight. The book is brilliantly written as the two fall in love, and when the serious fight came, I couldn't stop reading! As the story goes on, you hope for a happy ending that might, or might not happen! A fantastic book with very charming characters! I think anyone interested in love stories should read this!
Black Wolf: Lakota man is a love story of the highest caliber! Musicians always get the girls, and in Caleb's case, he's the typical musician player. He's spent his young life going from girl to girl, gold digger to one night stand. That is, until he meets Sara. After a spur of the moment kiss when they first meet, Caleb falls easily for the charming and beautiful Sara, and she for him. As they learn what it means to truly fall in love, they effect everyone around them, especially Caleb's brothers: his fellow band members!
Before they get too intimate, Sara needs three things: To meet Caleb's parents and entire family, to see her at her absolute worst, and to have a serious fight. The book is brilliantly written as the two fall in love, and when the serious fight came, I couldn't stop reading! As the story goes on, you hope for a happy ending that might, or might not happen! A fantastic book with very charming characters! I think anyone interested in love stories should read this!
March 13, 2010
A critical review written by Lisa Lahey, B.Ed.
Black Wolf: Lakota is the first in a five part series about a Native Indian male band. It’s not Lakota’s plot development that entrances the reader. The premise is simple and somewhat predictable: Caleb, the lead singer of Black Wolf and Sara, a beautiful blue-eyed blues singer meet at a music studio while pursuing their music careers and sparks fly. They suffer the usual ups and downs of a fledgling romance, jealousy, uncertainty, infatuation. However the plot’s simplicity and repetitive narration is offset by the descriptive beauty and charm of the main characters. Belle’s strength lies in her use of visual imagery and sensual nuance to bring her characters’ romance alive. Belle achieves a vibrant sexuality in Caleb and Sara’s relationship with subtle allusion. Blueprints of the music studio are unessential and distract the reader from the storyline. Belle’s obvious experience as a musician shines in this piece.
Black Wolf: Lakota is the first in a five part series about a Native Indian male band. It’s not Lakota’s plot development that entrances the reader. The premise is simple and somewhat predictable: Caleb, the lead singer of Black Wolf and Sara, a beautiful blue-eyed blues singer meet at a music studio while pursuing their music careers and sparks fly. They suffer the usual ups and downs of a fledgling romance, jealousy, uncertainty, infatuation. However the plot’s simplicity and repetitive narration is offset by the descriptive beauty and charm of the main characters. Belle’s strength lies in her use of visual imagery and sensual nuance to bring her characters’ romance alive. Belle achieves a vibrant sexuality in Caleb and Sara’s relationship with subtle allusion. Blueprints of the music studio are unessential and distract the reader from the storyline. Belle’s obvious experience as a musician shines in this piece.
September 20, 2013
I've lived in the Austin area for well over two decades and am married to a musician so the description of this book sounded like something I would enjoy. I almost stopped reading after the first few pages as the writing was amateurish but I stuck with it. The writing style didn't get significantly better but it was tolerable. The love story part was fairly decent and Sara, Caleb and the brothers were likable.
What really bothered me was the portrayal of the music side - especially in Austin. There were so many errors/misconceptions that I was cringing anytime it was brought up. Most people, who usually don't know the inside of the music business or Austin musicians, probably wouldn't have noticed. For those who are familiar with and/or are expecting a more realistic portrayal of the Live Music Capital of the World, do yourself a favor and pass on reading this book.
What really bothered me was the portrayal of the music side - especially in Austin. There were so many errors/misconceptions that I was cringing anytime it was brought up. Most people, who usually don't know the inside of the music business or Austin musicians, probably wouldn't have noticed. For those who are familiar with and/or are expecting a more realistic portrayal of the Live Music Capital of the World, do yourself a favor and pass on reading this book.
May 29, 2014
I've been a big fan of Magnolia Belle's historical fiction, so I thought I would give one of her contemporary books a try.
Maybe it just wasn't what I was in the mood for; the writing is good (as is always the case with this author), but the plot felt just a little bit like a cookie-cutter romance novel -- and I didn't expect that.
Caleb and Sara meet in a recording studio ... and they don't much like one another at first. Then, they fall in love ... and then there are problems ... and then they all live happily ever after. It's a clean read, so there are no worries there for folks who prefer their romances with the proverbial lights off.
At the end of the day, it just wasn't my cup of tea. Three stars for excellent writing.
Maybe it just wasn't what I was in the mood for; the writing is good (as is always the case with this author), but the plot felt just a little bit like a cookie-cutter romance novel -- and I didn't expect that.
Caleb and Sara meet in a recording studio ... and they don't much like one another at first. Then, they fall in love ... and then there are problems ... and then they all live happily ever after. It's a clean read, so there are no worries there for folks who prefer their romances with the proverbial lights off.
At the end of the day, it just wasn't my cup of tea. Three stars for excellent writing.
March 9, 2010
What happens when a rocker used to getting his way meets a female singer who is not willing to fall at his feet? In this case, he falls in love! Lakota Man is the bad boy rocker that every woman wants to tame. Sara is a beautiful singer that every man wants to lay claim to. Both have a history of bad relationships, which causes each to be hesitant in a different way. This is a fun, light romance that follows two musicians through the aches and pains of learning how to love each other.
Black Wolf: Lakota Man is the first book in Magnolia Belle's Black Wolf series. Belle does a great job of capturing the essence of her characters and bringing them to life on each page. Lakota Man is a feel good read for anyone looking to escape into the world of happily ever after!
Black Wolf: Lakota Man is the first book in Magnolia Belle's Black Wolf series. Belle does a great job of capturing the essence of her characters and bringing them to life on each page. Lakota Man is a feel good read for anyone looking to escape into the world of happily ever after!
May 7, 2014
One of the best books I've read in awhile
What a powerful story. I couldn't put this book down. It has all the elements of a perfectly written love story: excellent character development, extremely well-written storyline, wonderful supporting characters, moves along at a terrific pace and, of course, the all important HEA.
I really adored the fact that the H is a Native American and the author used this to add extra depth to the story without over using this aspect. It wasn't done to make some political statement, it simply was a way to add another layer to the H.
I also must commend the author on the EXCELLENT editing/proofreading. Unfortunately it is so rare to find a book this polished before publishing. Thank You!
What a powerful story. I couldn't put this book down. It has all the elements of a perfectly written love story: excellent character development, extremely well-written storyline, wonderful supporting characters, moves along at a terrific pace and, of course, the all important HEA.
I really adored the fact that the H is a Native American and the author used this to add extra depth to the story without over using this aspect. It wasn't done to make some political statement, it simply was a way to add another layer to the H.
I also must commend the author on the EXCELLENT editing/proofreading. Unfortunately it is so rare to find a book this polished before publishing. Thank You!
March 22, 2010
This is my first book in this series and by this author and I must say that I was not disappointed.
Ms. Belle has created a world that many, if not all, readers will be able to relate to in some way. Caleb, Sara, his family, etc were written vividly, strong, and realistically. It would be easy to imagine this tale of fiction happening.
It was easy to read, kept my attention and made me want to turn each page just to see what would come next. Very exciting and touching. I look forward to reading the rest of this series soon.
Ms. Belle has created a world that many, if not all, readers will be able to relate to in some way. Caleb, Sara, his family, etc were written vividly, strong, and realistically. It would be easy to imagine this tale of fiction happening.
It was easy to read, kept my attention and made me want to turn each page just to see what would come next. Very exciting and touching. I look forward to reading the rest of this series soon.
April 5, 2010
Black Wolf: Lakota Man delivers that special something that readers everywhere crave; a book that keeps them going and wanting to come back for more. You will form a bond with Caleb and may even find yourself rooting for him in various parts of the book. Author Magnolia Belle takes the pen and does what so few romance authors can do; she makes the characters lively and interesting. This will be a series worth reading!
December 15, 2013
loved this book and this is the 3rd one i have read I never cry so much when reading a book.
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August 29, 2014about a young singer who falls in love with a native american musician, and the rocky road of their relationship to a happy ending
November 25, 2014
Sweet fast paced and a tear jerker. Loved those Black Wolf boys!
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