Expedition (Frontier Trilogy #2 : Wagons West Frontier Trilogy)
Ross's tried-and-true formula for historical adventure is a welcome addition to the audio medium. Expedition! continues the saga of brothers Clay and Jefferson Holt, who were introduced in Independence! (Audio Reviews, LJ 10/1/93). The year is 1809, and the Holts have parted company after spending two years in the Western mountains. Clay and his wife, Shining Moon, find themselves leading a small party through the majestic yet treacherous Yellowstone River area. Jeff, meanwhile, embarks on a search for his wife, Melissa, whose domineering father abducted her to North Carolina. Adventurous escapades await both men as they traverse the still uncharted U.S. territory populated by fierce Indian tribes, bandits, unscrupulous businessmen, and cunning frontiersmen. Despite the stereotypical characters and a story that takes too long to get where it's going, this presentation provides an entertaining listen, and reader Waldon Fell performs well. Ross's books have sold nearly 30 million copies. Recommended for public library collections.- Gretchen Browne, Rockville CentreCopyright 1993 Reed Business Information, Inc.--This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.