Description:
On the Scythian steppe, a young warrior undertakes the kill that will seal her arranged marriage and save her besieged people-yet in a land bound by war and duty, refusing to take a life could grant her freedom . . . or cost her everything.
Brief description: J. M. Elliott lives on a Hudson Valley farm, far from the hustle of modern life. She prefers hiking boots to heels, work gloves to manicures, and humble stories to showy prose. When she's not lost in the pages of historical fiction, you might spot her astride a horse, unearthing the mysteries of archaeological sites, or trekking into the wilds where phone signals can't reach. To learn more, visit jmelliott.org.
Review Quotes:
A historical novel of extraordinary complexity set against a harsh background of tribal warfare, love, and survival.-Foreword Clarion Reviews (Five Stars)
A deft, hypnotic tale that fuses poetry, mythology, and the hard realities of life on the ancient steppe. Elliott's powerful characters shine brightly in the well-drawn, well-researched historical context. -BlueInk Review (Starred Review)
A remarkable first book . . . full of memorable sentences and reflection on the human condition. . . an excellent work of historical fiction. -US Review of Books (Recommended Review)
A magisterial evocation of life on the steppe, J.M. Elliott's OF WIND AND WOLVES crackles with tension. -IndieReader (IR Approved, 4.9/5 rating)
Gritty, entertaining, and intriguing. . . . Our Verdict: GET IT. -Kirkus Review (Recommended Review)
The prose is often lyrical, and the pace is as relentless as a horse's gallop across the fierce steppes. . . . Highly recommended. -Historical Novel Review
A story of truly epic proportions, spanning vast distances both geographically and metaphorically. -Independent Book Review
Brutal, poetic, and unforgettable. . . . A haunting, vivid read that lingers long after the final page. -The Prairies Book Review