Review: Touching and beautiful
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 01 9, 2013
I'm really still in awe about Mystic Cowboy by Sarah M. Anderson. I was attracted to this story because of the book synopsis. I find myself intrigued by stories with an inter-racial element. I'm fascinated by the vast cultures we have in the United States. I'm blessed to have a multi-cultural family and enjoy seeing true to life depictions of our patchwork nation in a novel.While on the surface this seems to be a western romance I found myself making much deeper connections to the story. The melding of modern medicine and native american traditions. But what really got me, was the authentic feeling of the experience on a reservation. I've been interested in the Lakota since reading one my favorite author's from western South Dakota. Understanding the tribal life from Rebel's perspective, struck me, specifically in relation to his feelings about his public persona. I was still thinking about him hours later.Interacting with the secondary characters of on White Sandy, Ms. Anderson steeped her tale with thoughtful authenticity, not romanticized by our fascination with Native American ways. The communities challenges were primarily centralized around Dr. Mitchell's clinic on the reservation and her need to treat and care for the reservation community.Madeline has a much harder time acclimating to the local culture than she expected, and falling for a sexy `Medicine Man' that challenges her professional principles is truly life changing for her. She's headstrong and demanding at times, but I still felt she remained true to her nature while growing as a character.Rebel, is a beautiful man. Deeply devoted to his culture and his community. The spiritual elements in Mystic Cowboy were truly touching, bringing me a peace I had not expected to find, and for that I am truly grateful I got to read it. 2012 held a year of struggle and heartache for so many people, both across our nation, but also with close friends and family. I'll be watching for where Ms. Anderson takes the Men of White Sandy. I think I'm hooked.4.5 StarsReview copy provided for an honest review.