Big disappointment.
Honestly, this sounded like it should have been a good book for me. The premise is fascinating, a woman escapes an asylum and joins a controversial program that sends white women to marry Cheyenne men in the 1870s. Historical fiction, adventure, survival, and culture clash? I was all in.
Unfortunately, the execution never matched the idea.
The characters felt flat, the relationships felt rushed, and I struggled to connect emotionally with anything that was happening. The portrayal of Native culture often felt more romanticized than realistic, and the pacing was all over the place. Some sections were interesting, while others seemed to drag on forever. So very, very unrealistic.
What disappointed me most was the lack of emotional impact. This story had all the ingredients for an unforgettable read, yet I finished it feeling surprisingly indifferent.
I can see why so many readers love it, but for me, this was a great premise trapped inside a book that never quite came to life.
Sometimes a book steals your heart. This one mostly stole my reading time.
★★
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