Review by Shabram22 -- Strong Heart by Charlie Sheldon

Shabram22 · Post by **Shabram22** » 13 Feb 2020, 07:01

[Following is a volunteer review of "Strong Heart" by Charlie Sheldon.]

4 out of 4 stars

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Two friends, Tom and William, and William's daughter, Myra, make plans to go on a camping trip along a trail on the Olympic peninsula in Washington State. Tom wants to visit his grandfather's grave and leave something with him that he took the last they went camping together, the day his grandfather died. They are set to leave in the morning. Suddenly, they hear thumping on the door. It's Ruth, Tom's ex-wife. She's holding a 13-year-old girl by the arm. It's Sarah, a granddaughter Tom never knew he had. Ruth then leaves the girl and drives off. The adults are perplexed with what to do with the girl but then decide that it'll be good for her to join them. Little did they know that it wouldn't be them leading her, but her leading them.

Strong Heart by Charlie Sheldon is a book about Native American tribes, legends, and family. I thoroughly enjoyed this book from beginning to end and didn't want it to end. I am glad there is a sequel to this book because I can't wait to pick it up and start reading. William and Myra are also descendants of the tribe that once lived in this area and when the National park is threatened to be mined by Buckhorn international, the four try to find adequate data to get this park to be recognized as an archeological site and stop the mining. Surprisingly, it's Sarah that provides them with the most data.

My favorite person from this book was obviously Sarah. In the beginning, she had a bad attitude, like any 13-year-old, but then, when she sees the short-faced bear and gets lost for 8 days, her attitude makes a U-turn. I really liked the stories she told. At first, it seemed like I was reading a different book all-together but when I realized that it was a vision she had, things started to make sense and I found myself rooting for Sarah and anticipating for her to share the rest of her story closer to the end of the book.

The characters in this book are well-developed. The plot is incredible. I was lost in this book and didn't want to be found. I also enjoyed the maps that the author provided at the beginning of the book. I guess, I also felt a little proud that this story takes place near to where I grew up. Honestly, I can't think of anything I didn't like in this book.

With all the things mentioned above, I can't give this book a lower rating than the perfect 4 out of 4. I believe this book was also exceptionally well-edited, as I did not find any errors. I recommend this book to people who enjoy stories about native tribes, legends, and adventure. This book does have minor profanity but it doesn't disturb the flow of the book. There is absolutely no erotica.

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Faithmwangi · Post by **Faithmwangi** » 26 Feb 2020, 08:38

I had the chance to read this book and I enjoyed it as well. Sarah's stories after getting lost for a couple of days also made the book more interesting. Thanks for the review.

Misael Carlos · Post by **Misael Carlos** » 26 Feb 2020, 10:15

I am intrigued with what Sarah had gone through when she got lost. Must be some realizations from a lot of things! Nice review!

Manali_DC · Post by **Manali_DC** » 27 Feb 2020, 02:29

I have previously read and reviewed this book and really liked the story. Sarah was my favourite character too! Seeing her grow from a sullen teenager to an adventurous and mature young woman was delightful! Also the history of the place was informative! Great review- I enjoyed reading your views on the story!

InStoree · Post by **InStoree** » 27 Feb 2020, 14:03

I read only good things about this series. It's on my reading list and hopefully will read it soon. I'm looking forward to finding out what happened to Sarah in those eight days. Lovely review! Thank you!

Shabram22 · Post by **Shabram22** » 01 Mar 2020, 16:43

Faithmwangi wrote: ↑26 Feb 2020, 08:38 I had the chance to read this book and I enjoyed it as well. Sarah's stories after getting lost for a couple of days also made the book more interesting. Thanks for the review.

Thank you for commenting!

Shabram22 · Post by **Shabram22** » 01 Mar 2020, 16:44

Misael wrote: ↑26 Feb 2020, 10:15 I am intrigued with what Sarah had gone through when she got lost. Must be some realizations from a lot of things! Nice review!

Thank you for your comment.

Nerea · Post by **Nerea** » 03 Mar 2020, 01:25

How did the thirteen year old lead the three adults on their camping trip? I will read he book and find out. This seems to be book 1 of the series. I read Adrift, and the characters in this book are the same one's in Adrift. I appreciate your detailed and insightful review. Thanks.

mary-annef · Post by **mary-annef** » 03 Mar 2020, 03:12

I also read and enjoyed this book, but I found parts of it confusing. I think it would have been easier if I knew the area as well as you clearly do. I have visited the city of Seatle but didn't make it into the countryside. It sounds like a beautiful part of the world. Thanks for a great review, it was interesting to get your perspective.

Roger Glasgow · Post by **Julius_** » 03 Mar 2020, 04:07

I'd like to read more about this trip. You wrote a very nice review. Thanks for the review.

Prisallen · Post by **Prisallen** » 03 Mar 2020, 17:07

This sounds like a very adventuresome trip and perhaps a turning point in Sarah's life? I read the second book and enjoyed it, but I have not read this one. Thanks for the wonderful review!

Erin Dydek · Post by **Erin Dydek** » 04 Mar 2020, 11:02

The legends and adventure of this book are very appealing. I have a copy of this book and its sequel, and I look forward to reading them. Sarah’s disappearance and return have me intrigued! Thanks for the great review!