D.J. Stephens has authored two fiction books to date, and though I have only reviewed Bearkiller so far, I am certain that readers will see the authors name on their bookstore shelves beside novels like She Who Remembers, Antelope, and Follow The River. In only 232 pages, Mr. Stephens combines elements of reincarnation and time travel with action, adventures and romance. There are also threads of spirit visions and other mystical aspects of the Blackfoot Nation. Bearkiller could be considered a historical fiction in that the author seems to have a real understanding for Native Indian culture and hunting techniques of both today, and those used 200 years ago. This skill is certainly enhanced by the fact that Mr. Stephens is an avid hunter and outdoorsman, spent time in the military, and actually conceived of the book during an outdoor excursion. I believe this combination was a perfect recipe for this wonderful tale. Jeff Barkil, the main character, survives a violent grizzly encounter and travels back in time to another life some 200 years ago, when he became a white warrior among the Blackfoot Nation. Tender and sophisticated love scenes are blended with the authors ability to describe nature, the hunt and life for people that lived in those times. A continuous flow of adventure that just does not end until the very last page makes Bearkiller quite difficult to put down. I definitely recommend this book to readers. Author: D.J. Stephens
Publisher: Publish America
ISBN: 1-4137-0338-0 |
