Teresa S Mathews Reviews A FLIGHT OF ARROWS by Lori Benton

A FLIGHT of ARROWS by LORI BENTON

Waterbrook Press

Reviewed by Teresa S. Mathews

5 Stars*****

Once again the talented author Lori Benton has created a story so powerful, I have to admit I ran a gamut of emotions while reading it. In book one of the Pathfinder series, The Woods Edge, we are told the story of Reginald Aubrey, a grieving father whose love for his wife, causes him to exchange his dead newborn son for a baby boy born to a white mother (Good Voice) and Indian father (Stone Thrower). In this book two, A Flight of Arrows, that story continues.

It has been twenty years since that fateful day that Reginald Aubrey made the choice that forever changed his life and the lives of Stone Thrower, Good Voice and their sons. When the twin now known as William Aubrey, finds out his true heritage he runs away to join forces with the British, leaving behind his grieving family. Now Reginald, and Stone Thrower must put aside any ill feelings so they can find William and bring him home.

Two Hawks, the twin raised with their Oneida people has a reason of his own for wanting to be the one to bring his brother home; he wishes to gain trust and respect from Reginald so he can ask for his daughter, Anna’s hand in marriage. Will they be able to find William before the war snatches him away from them permanently?

Ms. Benton is a stickler for details and I must commend her for her excellent research skills. This story will not only entertain you, it will share details of American history that you may not have known. Some may find the first few chapters a little slow moving as the scene is set for the story line, but I promise if you will continue you will be highly rewarded.

I was moved to tears on more than one occasion as the Love of our Heavenly Father was displayed through-out this dynamic story. I was especially moved by a passage spoken by the character Daniel Clear Day “The path the Creator has laid for us to walk has not been an easy path. Not always straight. And it will not be easy in the coming days. But when Creator said He would make rough ways smooth, I believe He was not talking about moving us to an easy path. He meant He was going to make our stride long enough, our legs strong enough, to carry us through. And when we reach our limits, He puts us on His back and He carries us and shields our eyes and hearts from that which would destroy our souls.” Thank you Lori for including this quote, it spoke encouragement to this new widow that walks such a path.  

Thanks to Waterbrook Press for providing me a copy of this 

book in exchange for my honest opinion

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Diana's Review Of 'A Flight Of Arrows' By Lori Benton

A Flight Of Arrows By Lori Benton

Waterbrook Press, April 2016

Reviewed By Diana Flowers

~5 stars~

(No spoilers!)

A Stunning Read!

In A Flight of Arrows, author Lori Benton has written a hauntingly beautiful novel of betrayal, loss, and forbidden love, set amongst the backdrop of the Revolutionary War.

Twenty years have passed since a grief-stricken Major Reginald Aubrey took it upon himself to switch his dead baby for one of an Oneida woman's newborn twins (one born white and the other brown) and raised him as his own. The effects of this horrific act are as far reaching as the ripples in a stream, involving each member of these two diverse families. Two Hawks was born to a white Oneida mother and a full-blooded Native American father—alongside of William Audrey, the twin brother he has been separated from since birth. The handsome and honorable Two Hawks, longs to build a life with Reginald's beautiful adopted white daughter, Anna, but meets with seemingly insurmountable obstacles as he is the dark-skinned sibling who was raised with the Oneidas.

Stone Thrower is determined to get his kidnapped son back, but after learning the circumstances surrounding his true identity, the shattered William joins ranks with the aggressive Redcoats who are preparing to attack the colonials. Will these two families separated by culture and an unspeakable act, discover a way to reclaim the son/brother marching toward them in the ranks of their British enemies—and find reconciliation as well? In a new world rife with prejudice, ignorance, and hatred...is there any hope for Anna to build a future with her beloved Two Hawks?

There are just not enough adjectives to describe this mesmerizing masterpiece of a novel. Replete with raw, vivid historical details, this story is sure to leave an indelible impression on every reader who loses themselves within its captivating pages. I was never aware that the Oneidas teamed up with the colonials against the British to help preserve this great land which belonged to both of them; always thinking that it was the Indians against the white man and vice versa. Although the romance is intense and poignant (not sexually explicit, however), men will love this book as much as women—with plenty of engrossing, realistic battles and male viewpoints—especially those of the brave, but humanly vulnerable Oneida warriors. A powerful, soul-stirring, unforgettable novel of faith, forgiveness, and breathtaking romance, I predict A Flight of Arrows is sure to win many an award for excellency in Christian literature!

Anna's Beloved Two Hawks Perhaps? ;)



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Thanks to Waterbrook Press for providing me with a review copy of this novel in exchange for my honest opinion.

This novel may be purchased through Amazon, CBD, BAM, and your local bookstore.

GIVEAWAY: Lori Benton has generously offered to give away a paperback copy of A Flight of Arrows to one blessed commenter! (US entrants only!) To be eligible please be sure to leave your email address written (at) and (dot) to protect yourself from spammers.

Diana's Review Of The Wood's Edge By Lori Benton

The Wood's Edge by Lori Benton

Waterbrook Press, Apr. 2015

Reviewed by Diana Flowers

~5 stars~*****

In The Wood's Edge, author Lori Benton has penned a mesmerizing, emotionally charged colonial era novel of forbidden love and dark, long buried secrets that transpire between two diverse families of the Oneida tribe and British colonists – and of the beautiful, young white woman who finds herself caught between both worlds.                      

A grief-stricken Major Reginald Aubrey takes it upon himself to switch his dead baby for one of an Oneida woman's newborn twins (one born white and the other brown) as both mothers sleep after childbirth. Fearing for her sanity, Aubrey places the white baby in the arms of his sleeping wife and they raise William as their own son. Major Aubrey's adopted daughter, Anna, dearly loves both her brother, William, and Two Hawks, an Oneida boy she meets in secret at the wood's edge. When the truth finally comes to light, an angry Oneida father lusts for vengeance as Reginald is wracked with pain and regret. When both worlds collide, will Anna lose all she holds dear, including her mysterious friend, Two Hawks? And will she ever be able to forgive her loving father for the haunting decision he made years ago?

When I first read the blurb for this spectacular novel I didn't see how this premise could work, but it does and realistically so! Ms. Benton is a brilliant writer and her research of this particular era in history is impeccable. I thoroughly enjoyed my trips back and forth to the Oneida village, and witnessing William's birth parents' point of view was intriguing to say the least. So much history in such vivid detail, but nothing at all like my boring history classes in school! From the very outset to the surprise twist at the climactic conclusion, I was completely enthralled by this poignant, hauntingly beautiful story of love and redemption. I already miss the stunning cast of characters, but am thrilled that many will be returning in the second book of the Pathfinder series releasing in 2016. Sure to win many an award, The Wood's Edge is on my list of 2015 faves…and it's only April!

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