Across the Great Sparkling Water (The Peacemaker Series Book 2)

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You do have courage. You tried to change things already. Oh, but for a chance to make a better speech! He suppressed the familiar frustration, aware of the effort it took him not to shift his gaze. Breathing heavily, he reached for the bowl, gulped the remnants of the water, then laughed again. He waited patiently, watching the man, seeing the nervousness, the uncertainty. Oh, he wanted to hear more, he wanted to hear it all. The rudeness, the coarse toughness, the derisive laughter were just a show.

Deep inside, this man was lonely and scared. He needed the change, he needed the direction. This deed being accomplished, the Peacemaker, then, went to the lands of the Mohawks People of the Flint where he was greeted civilly, but with a certain amount of doubt. Interviewed in a polite way, he was asked about the nature of his mission. However, even when promised that the hostile neighbors were already approached and willing to listen, the doubts of his hosts did not disperse. Finally, one of the leaders proposed a test of power. The divine nature of his mission required a proof.

If the tree was to be cut down, falling into the worst of the rapids, and the messenger was to survive, then it would have proved beyond doubt that the Great Spirits wanted his message to be delivered. An impossible feat, but if he returned on the next morning, he would be listened to and followed. A promise he must have found difficult to resist. They were curious, but mainly by his bravery at coming here.

They were not prepared to listen, not to a foreigner. But if he survived the fall into the cascading mass of furious water, they might. As though anyone can survive the dreadful falls, the wild torrents and the sharp rocks lining its bottom. And yet, there was a quiet pool just a little way behind the first rapids, had whispered Tekeni when they lay on their mats beside the dying fire, waiting for the night to dissolve. Satisfactorily large and deep, it offered a chance of survival.

With some preparation and a benevolence of the Great Spirits, the test of the falls might be overcome. Careful to keep his voice low, Two Rivers questioned him all about it, and about the plan. A precarious, desperate solution, but they had no better one. The people of Little Falls were no fools. But if you demand to climb the tree for it to be cut and fall into the falls, well, this might give their storytellers a tale to retell through the long winter moons to come. Just to make sure Anowara knows what he is talking about. The divine messenger jumping aside half way down the road, to be fished out by a few youths?

Jun 10, Marilyn Buehler rated it it was amazing. The 2nd in the 4 book series. This book is about 12th century Native Americans and how they lived and how 2 men and some women changed their war like society into a peaceful one. It is based on historical fact. Their is some drama, not at all "gory". A very interesting historical read.

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Jul 02, Brenda Roberson rated it really liked it. Book 2 of The Peacemaker Series is the next "chapter" of Two Rivers and Tekeni who have made the trip "across the great sparkling water". After fleeing from a most certain death read Book 1 for full story to be delt out by Two Rivers tribe, these two unlikely friends from two different tribal nations strike out to join up with Tekeni's birth tribe.

Tekeni wants to return home and Two Rivers wants to bring the message of peace to any and all Nations who will listen. After Two Rivers is hurt, Tekeni tries to find food and instead finds Onheda who was captured by Tekeni's birth tribe but has escaped. After her escape she has been staying with Jikonsahseh, an old woman who lives in the woods. This old woman had the same "feelings of peace" as Two Rivers.

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He is also told of another man who had tried to bring a message of unity to his people before he vanished into the wilds. Onheda offers to help Two Rivers find Hionhwatha. Will Two Rivers and Onheda find him? Will Two Rivers join forces with Hionhwatha to bring all the tribes together in a unity of peace. What is Tekeni's place in all of this? Will Two Rivers survive the test of the falls to prove that he has the power given to him by the Great Spirits? The foretold prophecies still linger and all signs are pointing towards them coming true sooner or later.

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This continuing saga is hard to put down. The unfolding tale will keep the reader wanting more. Dec 27, Sara Gauldin rated it it was amazing.

After reading the first book in this series I knew I needed to continue reading! This captivating novel opens with the revelation that the duo of pivotal characters has survived the risky journey as they crossed part of the Great lakes via canoe. This arduous task pales in comparison with the challenges that lie before them! The two men must find a way to approach civilizations of people who have learned to view any stranger as a threat.

In a time and culture where visitors were often put to dea After reading the first book in this series I knew I needed to continue reading! In a time and culture where visitors were often put to death, how can these men hope to spread a message of peace? Despite huge obstacles and a few near misses the adventurers are able to find a few unique advocates who are suited to receive the message they carry. Even as their reach expands, the ultimate test is their ability to survive direct contact with an actual civilization.

Two Rivers is determined to carry out the destiny he has seen repeated in his dreams. This awkward homecoming has the potential to open peace talks if Two Rivers can survive the integration process! This book is a must read. The author has succeeded in interweaving a diverse culture with historical accuracy with a plot that will leave you ready for the next book! Sep 23, Larry B Gray rated it it was amazing. Across the Great Sparkling Water Book 2: The Great Peacemaker Series by Zoe Saadia is an excellent, fast paced adventure which will grab you by the seat of your pants and not let you go.

If you like great historical fiction you will love this book and series. The author continues her series of the adventures that began in Book 1 - Two Rivers and the storyline and adventure does not miss a beat. Zoe Saadia continues to do an excellent job of developing her story and characters. As they progress, you can see them mature and grow stronger.

I really enjoy reading historical fiction. This is especially true when I can tell the author took the time to actually research the material and attempts to stick to historical facts. It is evident that Zoe Saadia has done just that. This series will bring the history of the period to life. Her storytelling style will take you to the area and you will hear the sounds and "smell the flowers. This was an excellent read and I really enjoyed it. I was given a free copy of this book in exchange for my honest review. Oct 05, J. Else rated it it was amazing. Saadia does it again, bringing to life historical people and places with ease.

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This book builds even more tension from the first and was definitely a page turner. Her characters are great, and we are introduced to new characters along with greeting familiar favorites from book 1. I love the way the spiritual and physical worlds come alive through Saadia's historical characters. The author provides great historical details which I delight reading--these are the things that make a book of hist fic Saadia does it again, bringing to life historical people and places with ease. The author provides great historical details which I delight reading--these are the things that make a book of hist fic go from good to great.

From clothing to preparing food to cursing your enemies to the way meetings were conducted, Saadia has done her homework! The Peacemaker series is highly recommended! I look forward to book 3 along with anything else by this author. She is great at creating complex characters while vividly making history come alive as you read!

Jun 02, Richard R. This is the second book in the series that tells about the founding of the Iroquois Confederation. I enjoyed the book. The characters were well developed and story moved along nicely. I read the Afterward the last chapter in the book first and found that to be quite helpful. The Afterward tells the history or the legend of the founding of the Confederation based upon the Constitution of the Five Nations. Since I really did not have any background on the Confederation this history was very us This is the second book in the series that tells about the founding of the Iroquois Confederation.

Since I really did not have any background on the Confederation this history was very useful in seeing how the author was weaving the story. While this book could be read without reading the first book there are many references to what occurred in it that I suspect the reader could get lost and abandon this great series.

Jul 10, Donna Foston rated it it was amazing. This is how a series should be written, with the assumption that the reader has read the previous books in the series. Too many series spend too much time recapping the previous books, and the reader is thinking, "I know, I read that book".

I love this series. It makes the era and the culture come alive in a way that makes you want to keep reading. I started immediately on the third book because I can't wait to find out what happens next to these great characters. Wonderful read I have found history so well written it comes almost alive.