Review of Blood Summer 1862

[Upasana Vidish Purohit]

"Blood Summer 1862" captures the intense emotions, camaraderie, and struggles of war. Dennis O'Keefe masterfully weaves together the lives of soldiers and civilians caught in the conflict's brutal reality. This one is must read for historical fiction fan.

[Jenna Padayachee]

Thank you for an informative and well-balanced review.
This narrative draws the reader into the historical backdrop of 1858 rather magnificently, as this was the "onset of The Civil War."Robert Hauser captures the " complexities of American history" flawlessly in this blend of fiction, which exposes the injustices suffered by the settlers at the time. The severe impact of the war is expanded on, revealing the reality of its effects.
Congratulations to the author!

[Shiru Elizabeth]

This book deftly weaves together historical events and fictitious characters to provide an engrossing trip through American history. The Civil War, Chief Little Crow's visit to Washington, and other historical events serve as the setting for the story. Congrats on BOTD.

[Pablo Josue Mendia]

Thank you for sharing your detailed review of "Blood Summer 1862" by Robert Hauser. Your insights into the vivid portrayal of historical events and the depth of characters like Julia highlight the book's strengths. The seamless blend of historical authenticity and fictional storytelling, as well as the exploration of complex themes such as justice and mercy, truly elevate this novel. Your recommendation is compelling for anyone interested in historical fiction and nuanced political narratives.

[Cristina-Ioana Toader]

Great review! I especially love books that explore the complexities of American history during crucial periods.

[Gayatri Tripathi]

Thank you for your insightful review of "Blood Summer 1862" by Robert Hauser. Your detailed exploration of how the novel intertwines historical events with fictional characters to illuminate the complexities of American history is compelling. I appreciate how you highlighted Julia's character for her compassion and empathy, which resonate deeply amidst the backdrop of socio-political tensions and the Dakota Sioux War. The book's ability to vividly resurrect historical realities while exploring themes of justice and resilience makes it a poignant read, urging reflection on the enduring impacts of conflict. This review has definitely piqued my interest in experiencing the narrative firsthand.

[Ukaegbu Confidence]

The book cover is the first gripping aspect of Robert Hauser's Blood Summer 1862. I initially thought it would be a comic or a children's book; however, after reading the sampled pages, I realized it is about the Dakota-Sioux War. It takes excellent writing to pull off historical war-based fiction.

[Simran Singh 21]

Looking at the cover, it seems that this book will be a comedy, but now after reading the reviews, it seems that this is a historical fiction, set during the Civil War and now I'm really excited about this book .This is already in my list

[Gerry Steen]

I love historical fiction. I am always interested in the history of Native Americans. I hope their history is represented better than in the past. The impact of war on individuals in immense and traumatic. Hopefully, reading books like these will encourage us to look for peaceful solutions to any conflict without killing each other.

[Rahul Singh 29]

Thank you for sharing your review of “Blood Summer 1862” by Robert Hauser. It sounds like a well-crafted historical fiction novel that weaves together the complexities of American history with the personal stories of its characters. Congratulations to the author, #BOTD!

[Jeff Kanda]

Thomas Jefferson was a great president and I admire him. I love everything he did. I'm curious to know more about the American history and this seems to be the book for me. Thanks for the engaging review!

[todwyer01]

From a sampling, this seems like an interesting historical fiction set at the beginning of the Civil War and following the Dakota Sioux as they attempt to get President Lincoln to acknowledge their struggles. It might be worth a second look. Well done.

[Victory Ositaorah]

I would love to learn about the injustice which the settlers suffered and this book's descriptive nature makes it an appealing read for me. Congrats on BOTD

[Kshitija Sonawane]

I don't know much about American history. So, this book might be good for me. I hope the book gives references to all the sources, though, so that I can cross-check things. Congratulations on the BOTD, and best wishes for future projects.

[Nemanja Jankovic]

"Blood Summer 1862" by Robert Hauser begins back in 1807 when President Thomas Jefferson discussed with businessman John Astor about trade west of the Mississippi. Tecumseh, the chief of the Shawnee, appears in the story. Soon the plot is transferred to the Civil war era.