Review: A growler is a gold nugget; likewise this tale
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 01 8, 2014
Volume 2 of the tale of Josh and Elizabeth continues the challenge of an 18 year old taking on a man's responsibility trekking across the Great Basin and the Sierra Nevada.  Just two years after the Donner Party, the Bonner Party heads for Donner Pass.  Ute and Piute object, water is undeniable, and members are fractious.  Jubal grows into his own and Elizabeth develops mature techniques to keep her beloved on an even keel.The adventure became my own.  I recommend this story to those who like historical fiction, westerners or adventures.  Consaul enriches with fascinating detail the trail to the Gold Rush.