50 pages 1 hour read

James Alexander Thom

Follow the River

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1981

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Reviews & Readership

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James Alexander Thom's Follow the River captivates readers with its vivid historical accuracy and gripping narrative about survival and resilience. Positive reviews highlight Thom's detailed research and compelling storytelling. However, some readers found the pacing uneven and the depictions occasionally grueling. Despite this, the novel remains a powerful read.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Follow the River?

Readers who relish tales of survival, Native American history, and rich historical detail will appreciate Follow the River by James Alexander Thom. Fans of books like Unbroken by Laura Hillenbrand and The Last of the Mohicans by James Fenimore Cooper will find it particularly compelling.

Recommended

Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Genre
Historical Fiction
Survival Fiction
Action / Adventure
Themes
Emotions/Behavior: Determination / Perseverance
Emotions/Behavior: Love
Society: Colonialism
Topics
History: U.S.
History: World