The Thunder Head
A Nick Drake Novel

One thing I like about this series is it teaches me about little known native cultural found in the Oregon area (and Alaska this time around). I also like how each character has their own distinct voice. The author blends both of these aspects seamlessly. This story is action packed while not losing......more

This is another very good addition to the Nick Drake series. As in the previous volumes, there are great descriptions of the Eastern Oregon Countryside as well some native history. This one rings somewhat true; there is a conflict between developers that want to build a large project called the Runn......more

One of Holing's Best I've enjoyed every novel in the Nick Drake series, but this one stands out as one of Holing's best. At times, I had to force myself to put it down; it's just that absorbing. The characters are true to themselves but still show growth. There are a few surprises and twists in store,......more

A man to ride the river with A tight-woven story of honor and justice, ties that bind and paths unseen but taken. It pays homage to people who struggled through the hardest things in life and yet rise to be worthwhile. In the time honored somewhat Western way, good overcomes evil, but with a price. T......more

He made me cry I have read every book in the Nick Drake series. Me and a friend. He reads a lot slower than me. So, I highlight the portions that I want to review with him as we go along. Each book has its own vibe. Each story is interesting in its own way. Similar to what this books characters said,......more