Review: Fast paced adventure and peek into the lifestyles of the Old West
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 03 9, 2014
I found this first novel, by Dan Eitreim to be a fascinating combination of story and history. The characters are believable and the storyline is fast paced and  interesting. It was like going back in time and viewing that time frame through the eyes of those who actually lived it. Since Dan Eitreim is an accomplished photographer in our modern times, his account of photography's beginnings reminds us of the early days before iPhones and digital cameras. The historical insights into the aftermath of the Civil War and a country struggling to survive puts the struggles of the main characters into sharp focus.  The emotional toll and courage of these average American citizens attempting to gain hold of a semblance of normalcy in a turbulent time is a tribute to human strength. I especially was impressed with the examples of love and kindness in a time of lawlessness in a difficult and  dangerous environment.  Mr Eitreim paints a picture with words as well as his photography.I would recommend this book to anyone seeking a pleasant few hours of escape from today's world. I promise you will come away with a new appreciation for the tenacity of the human spirit.