This epic journey may seal her fate forever.
Determined to prove her worth, Meksem fiercely fought to earn her place among the warriors in her Nez Perce camp. When her half-sister is captured by an enemy tribe, she refuses to trust the rescue to anyone else. But her new friends insist on joining her mission, and she battles between relief and frustration at their presence. Especially the white … their presence. Especially the white man who peers at her as if he can see through the face of the warrior she struggles so hard to maintain.
Spaniard Adam Vargas thrives on adventure wherever his travels take him. He’s fallen in love with this Rocky Mountain wilderness, as well as the spotted horses the Nez Perce tribe raise. His fascination with this Indian maiden-turned-warrior catches him off guard though, including the way she seems to be fighting for more than her sister’s safe return.
The journey proves more perilous than any of the group expects, and the secret Meksem hides becomes impossible to conceal. If they live through this mission, the life they knew will never be the same again.
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I really enjoyed this continuation of the journeys of our friends from Ms. Beller’s Call of the Rockies series. Adam and Meksem were a delightfully adventuresome couple to follow, along with a certain troublesome equine companion…
Author Misty M. Beller always writes with such an appreciation for the mountain wilderness in which her novels are set. It’s contagious!
This book was a fun read and I was, once again, fully satisfied with yet another wonderful work by my favorite mountain-adventure storyteller!
While the storyline is starting to sound a bit redundant, there’s a lot of differences in the story. But these last two stories are about brothers falling for Native American women who are friends as close as sisters. Both couples accept Christ as their Savior during their journeys. But that’s where these similarities end!
I loved Meksem’s warrior side as much as her tender feminine side. Adam’s devotion to her and the way He instantly responded to her first command were remarkable. His jealousy was rather funny though. I’m excited to see what’s next for these travelers and their group of friends.
In this third action-packed addition to the Call of the Rockies series, the journey continues with a search for Meksem’s half-sister who has been kidnapped by Blackfoot warriors. Danger lurks around every turn, and difficult decisions have to be made. With this book, Ms. Beller once again draws you into the story from the beginning and holds your attention with her brilliant descriptive prose. With an intriguing, steadily flowing plot; delightful, unique characters; rich historical detail; heart-warming romance; and a strong faith element, Light in the Mountain Sky keeps your attention and leaves you wanting to know more. Caleb is my favorite character, and I look forward to his story in Book 4 Courage in the Mountain Wilderness. Sufficient background information is given to make this book work as a stand-alone, but I recommend reading the previous two books in the series to deepen the enjoyment of this one. This series is a must read for the historical romance lover!
What I think you should know:
Light in the Mountain Sky, a Christian Historical Romance by Misty Beller is the third book in the Call of the Rockies series. Set in 1831 in what will be Idaho this book picks up directly after Hope in the Mountain River, I highly recommend that you read the first two books in the series prior to this book. This book focuses on Adam Joel’s brother and Meksem, a fierce warrior.
What I think about this book.
Light in the Mountain Sky might just be my favorite Beller book yet! This book was entrancing, Beller’s books always pull me in and this was no exception. I felt like I was part of the party trailing the Blackfoot Kidnappers. I enjoyed getting to know more about Meksem with her fierce independence and strength. The book was full of action and adventure, but allowed to see Adam and Meksem develop respect and then affection for each other. I enjoyed how Adam grew in his Faith and how the group sharing and demonstrating God’s love intrigued Meksem into wanting to know God for herself. I have this series so much and look forward to reading their next adventure!
I received a complimentary copy of this book from Celebrate Lit, this in no way influenced my review. All opinions are my own.
Light in the Mountain Sky is a good book set in the days of Indian raids. The story has suspense, inspiration and romance. I enjoyed reading this book.
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Light in the mountain sky
Light in the mountain sky is a adventurous book. Adam and Meksem are trying to find her sister who was kidnapped. It is winter time. Dangerous travel due to freezing temperatures. Possible frostbite could happen. It is very dangerous to travel by horseback in the winter. I loved both of the characters. Meksem is determined to find her sister. Adam is determined to help her. I love also that Adam has to fight his attractive to Meksem.
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The author has brought us another great story in the Call of the Rockies series. This is Meksem and Adam’s story and the character development is outstanding. The couple along with others set out to rescue Meksem’s half sister who has been kidnapped by another Indian tribe. Along the way, while encountering many hardships as well as bad weather, both of them learn many things about themselves as well as each other as they work to survive.. Will this adventure lead to a HEA for the couple. Be sure to read this page turner to find out. I know you will enjoy is.
I love this author. In fact, I recommended her to a friend who is also now obsessed with the author and reading her new releases. Every series I have read by her is wonderful!
This series dwells among the Nez Perce people. I don’t know a lot about them so this was a time to learn about the history and new people to me.
I loved the idea of a female warrior. It’s a fact that they existed but you don’t often get the chance to glimpse the how and the why and what happened. I feel for the heroine and the fight to get her sister back.
Definitely, a fun novel that I highly recommend you read. I do recommend that you read the whole series and read it in order. That is, of course, the best way to read any series in my opinion.
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The story takes place in 1831 future Idaho Territory. Meksem’s sister is kidnapped by Blackfoot braves. With a party comprised of different villages and cultures, she tracks them through the mountains and winter snow.
Light in the Mountain Sky is full of unexpected trials, danger, and extreme weather conditions. The characters are well-developed and despite cultural differences, were courageous and brave. I admired Meksem’s endurance to keep moving when she truly was weary. She was a leader, full of encouragement and one that Adam had begun to have feelings for.
White man’s Christianity and Indian culture meld together. Can they exist together to form a relationship? You’ll have to read the story to find out. A very inspirational and inspiring read.
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Light in the Mountain Sky is the third installment from Misty M Beller’s Call of the Rockies series. Even thought it is part of a series, I believe this can be read as a stand alone. However, the readers would not want to miss the previous books. I adored this story of hope, peace, and faith. I was inspired by how Meksem grew throughout the book. She found herself on quite the adventure of danger, intrigue and suspense. It kept me captivated all the way through.
I am giving Light in the Mountain Sky a very well deserved five plus stars. I highly recommend it for readers who enjoy beautifully written clean historical fiction. I am eagerly waiting for the fourth addition of the Call of the Rockies series, Courage in the Mountain Wilderness.
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This is the third book in the Call of the Rockies series and the descriptive powers of author Misty M. Beller made me feel like I was on this perilous journey during the Winter of 1831. I could feel the bone-chilling cold and watch the snow that never seemed to quit falling on this search party traveling through the Rocky Mountains. I marveled at the bravery and determination of a young Indian maiden in her efforts to save her sister after she was kidnapped by the Blackfoot Indians and I could understand her desire to prove her self-worth. Meksem was more than an Indian maiden–she was a warrior and it wasn’t until she met Adam Vargas that she thought that she could be both!
I enjoyed seeing Meksem’s growing awareness of this man named Adam as they braved the elements and faced the unknown dangers together and I was touched by his gentleness and kindness. Meksem realized that he looked at her “As though he saw both the person she really was and the person she wanted to be. The only other human who’d ever seen that had been her father.” Adam’s Christian witness also prompted her to question God, and later, experience a spiritual awakening through his sharing of God’s Word.
This story is filled with adventure, danger, and rich historical detail but there is also a strong faith element and a sweet and promising romance. I recommend Light in the Mountain Sky to all who enjoy historical Christian romance.
I received a copy of this book from Celebrate Lit. A favorable review was never required and no monetary compensation was given. These are my own thoughts.
Light in the Mountain Sky takes the reader on an adventure through the snowy climate of the mountains. Misty Beller takes the reader alongside Meskem, Alex, and their unique group of travelers in search of her half sister who has been taken by members of a Blackfoot tribe. There were many obstacles along the way, but Meskem continues on towards her goal.
Meskem has always had to be a strong warrior but it has also made her not be completely known to those around her. Alex is able to see her as the woman she is, not just the façade she displays as a warrior. The relationship develops as they journey together towards a common goal. Would their differences make it too hard for anything other than a friendship?
The book is the third book in the Call of the Rockies series and I believe that it is necessary to read the other books before this one to completely understand events and the characters of the story. Misty Beller does such a fantastic job painting the picture of the hardships of the cold mountain that reader wants to wrap up in a blanket while reading. The characters are well written and very believable.
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This story is rich in historical facts while giving readers a glimpse into a treacherous journey. I loved how the author let us get to know details of horses in a way that made me appreciate them more. I have several friends who have horses and every time I am around them, I think how majestic and powerful they are. In this time period horses were very important as a means of travel. The author does an excellent job of helping readers visualize the land and how dangerous it can be.
I could feel a chill sweep over me as Meksem led a group to find her half-sister. I loved Meksem and how fearless she was. She was out to prove that she was a warrior like others in her Nez Perce camp. I enjoyed learning more about Meksem and her people. The journey is long and with a new friend to help her, maybe Meksam will be able to rescue those who were kidnapped. She dies have a little insecurity that will hold her back until she allows God to show her how strong she is.
Adam is overwhelmed with the gift of a beautiful horse from Meksem. She gives something very valuable to attain the horse. I was a bit surprised that she would give away a treasured heirloom but her intentions are very honorable. I worried about him when he is injured in a horse accident. He is very gentle and patient with his new horse, even when he is thrown off. His character is very like able and his attraction to Meksem is evident.
The journey takes us through very cold and dangerous weather that at times slows them down. There are moments where the group face uncertainty as they encounter strangers who could be a threat to them. I loved following along as they get closer to their destination.
I loved how Meksem finds a relationship with God and learns to trust Him. Her faith will be tested in this story that spans over land and living conditions that can be harsh at times. Once again the author has written a beautiful story with characters you become invested in. I can’t wait fir the next book in this series.
I received a copy of this book from Celebrate Lit. The review is my own opinion.
Once again, Misty Beller pens a heartwarming historical romance novel, “Light in the Mountain Sky”, book 3 in her Call of the Rockies series. While it can stand alone, I would highly recommend reading these books in order; doing so will provide background information about and connections between the characters. This third book takes place in 1831, in future Idaho territory, and it highlights the conflict and warring amongst the Native American tribes. In this story, some of the Blackfoot have stolen several women and a child, among them a young woman named Telipe, whose sister Meksem is determined to rescue her.
Often it seems difficult to believe that an author can write an entire story about a desolate wilderness trip and still make it interesting enough to keep the reader engaged, yet Beller always accomplishes this with aplomb. There are enough action scenes to increase a reader’s heart rate, but they are not overdone and seem plausible given the circumstances. Tesoro stole my heart from the start! Descriptions of the Rocky Mountains, through which the group in this story travel in their quest, demonstrate its natural beauty while also warning of its pitfalls. Given that the setting is during winter, these hazards with the weather will continue throughout the narrative, and I now have a deeper respect for those taught to read the land.
Unsurprisingly, the best part of “Light in the Mountain Sky” is the characters, who are familiar from the previous book in the series. Primarily focusing on Meksem, a Nez Perce and formerly Salish woman who will not rest until she brings back her sister, safe and sound, this novel is a fascinating character study. In an effort to insulate herself against the pain of relationships and lost loved ones, Meksem has trained herself to become a warrior and has disavowed romance, but she begins questioning that decision around Adam Vargas. I think that Adam is my favorite character, largely due to his special way with animals but also because he is very intuitive when it comes to Meksem. “But something more was missing. A purpose she’d been created for. Maybe, if she sought hard enough, she would finally find that missing piece.” They both experience a spiritual metanoia during their journey, and while this could be very cliched and melodramatic, Beller crafts it skillfully to be both meaningful and natural. “Hope slipped into her chest. She’d heard of the white man’s Bible but hadn’t realized the book contained directions from God Himself. This way she could learn about the One she’d committed her life to.” Just as with Meksem, God yearns for us to draw close to Him, and when we do, we truly experience our heart’s desire (Psalm 27:4).
I received a complimentary copy of this book through Celebrate Lit and was not required to post a favorable review. All opinions are my own.
I love any books by Misty Beller..this is book three in the series. You don’t have to have read the first two to love this one. I’m always so excited when I get to read another one of her books! This book follows Adam and Meksem’s journey to find her sister. Their story takes you through mountain blizzards and avalanches. This books is a wonderful adventure and filled with Gods love!
My Thoughts On This Book
I am always happy to read and review another book from Misty Beller. I have grown to love her Mountain people and their way of life. “Light in the Mountain Sky” is book three in the series so it was so nice to meet with this group of people again, to travel with them through the treacherous journey again as the look for the sister of Meksem and others who were kidnapped by the Blackfoot indian tribe.
I love love this story. The characters are just the best. They play their parts perfectly, and as always, I am amazed at the knowledge of Meksem, Adam, Bever Tail and his sweet wife as they travel. Misty Beller definitely does her research well in writing these amazing stories. And I looked up Camas before I read Misty’s note to see what it was, since this seemed to be most of their food on the trail.
One of the things I love about Misty’s books, including this one is the Romance lurking behind the scenes for much of the story while the couple tries to figure out what’s going on! I can’t really pick a favorite character in this one. I really like Meksem determined personality. And I love Adam’s quiet sweet ways, yet he had the warrior personality as well. And Bever Tail and his wife have been my favorites in the series. Another thing I love is the faith element running throughout the story. It nice to witness other characters coming to faith because of the actions of their friends. And it’s done in such a subtle way that it won’t offend. If you love historical stories, stories involving Indians, snowy mountain trail, this is a story you don’t want to miss!!
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Light in the Mountain Sky by Misty M. Beller is the third book in the Call of the Rockies series. I have read the entire series, and have enjoyed each new adventure. After reading Hope in the Mountain River, I was intrigued by Meksem, a woman warrior of the Nez Perce people. Most of the time, she appeared stiff, stern, and unapproachable. But I knew there had to be more to her and her story. So, I was thrilled when I saw the third novel was Meksem and Adam’s story!
Every time I pick up a Misty M. Beller book, I know adventure awaits within its pages, and Meksem’s story delivered by featuring an epic and harrowing journey through the snow-filled Rocky Mountains in search of a raiding Blackfoot party and their hostages. As usual, the setting painted by the author is majestic, realistic, and breathtaking. You could feel the cold in your bones as you traveled with Meksem, Adam, and the rest of the gang.
I loved getting into Meksem’s head and learning more about her, especially her younger years. It was fun to watch her heart soften from Adam’s kindness and attention, and I loved how Adam was the one who could always see past her warrior mask. Adam was her safe place where she could be herself without any repercussions, and I loved that part of their relationship.
Adam is an adventure-seeking, horse-loving hero, and the scenes with him and Tesoro, his spotted gelding, were quite entertaining. He is a bit of an odd mixture between gentleness and spontaneity, but it works for him–and makes him a perfect match for Meksem.
I really enjoyed the journey in this book–both across the wilderness and through the hearts of Meksem and Adam. I highly recommend this series and this book for any lover of inspirational historical fiction. Light in the Mountain Sky is an excellent adventure and a wonderful distraction from everyday life.
I was given a copy of this book by the publisher with no expectation of a positive review. All opinions are my own.
This novel is third in The Call of the Rockies series, and while it can be read as a standalone, understanding some of the events and relationships would be enhanced with the additional background. The sweeping 1830’s setting of the future Idaho Territory sounds stunning except for travelling in the biting cold and blizzards. We learn primarily about the characters central to this novel, with less focus on characters in past or future books in the series. All are defined by their words and actions, and more about Meksem and Adam through their alternating points of view.
Meksem’s younger sister, Telipe, who is now carrying her first child, two other women from her Salish village, and the five-year-old boy of one of the women have been kidnapped by Blackfoot warriors. Meksem has honed her skills as a fierce warrior through years of travel with the braves of her mother’s tribe, the Nez Perce. She is traveling with a small band she and her close childhood friend met several months ago. Meksem’s friend Elan and the man she intends to marry, Joel, will wait out this mission so Joel can recover from recent injuries. Beaver Tail, who typically led his band, lets Meksem take the lead since the search is for her sister and her skills are as excellent as his. Included on this trip is Joel’s brother, Adam, to whom she gave one of the finest Palouse geldings she’s ever seen and had traded her birthright from her late father for.
Three of the band are Christians, including Caleb, who had once been a preacher, Beaver Tail, and his wife, Susanna. While their faith is clear, it is not pushed onto anyone. Meksem can’t believe in the white man’s God, cares for the Native Americans, yet finds herself yearning to have a God to pray to and be heard by. Adam, who grew up in Spain, had practiced the rites of his family’s religion but never thought about God except as someone who was distant from people. The time comes on this journey, however, when they are faced with staggering challenges that only the Lord could get their friends through.
This exciting tale includes peril at every turn, hazards from the elements, and danger from the band of Blackfoot they are following. There are twists and turns throughout that kept me turning pages. It drew me in from the beginning and kept my attention throughout. The faith struggles are timeless, ones that I certainly appreciated. I am looking forward to reading the next in series and seeing what new journey, both of faith and travel, that these friends take! I highly recommend this novel to women of all ages who enjoy travels in the early 1800’s American west, men and women of faith, and romance.
From a thankful heart: I received a complimentary copy of this novel from Celebrate Lit, and this is my honest review.
1831 future Idaho Territory
The journey. So much can happen to us before reaching a destination. I love the planning of a trip or vacation—sometimes months of anticipation. Then, the beginning of the journey—a road trip or a flight or a train ride. The thrill of arriving spurs me on with excitement. I don’t want this part to end. Of course, the destination or the goal is the purpose, yet it is over so quickly.
Meksem has a journey, a long trail to her destination. Hers is treacherous and unsure. Definitely not a vacation. Also, her journey becomes one of trust and change in herself. Don’t the most important journeys in life invite us to change? Even a venture into a new day holds that possibility that God desires growth and closeness even in the unseen dangerous endeavors.
Join other readers as Misty Beller winds her journey through the perils of the mysterious, beautiful mountains on a quest for rescue from more than the obvious dilemma. A journey of love, trust, and renewal.
“She could imagine exactly how the spotted gelding felt with Adam by its side. As though it had finally met someone who saw through the bluster to the fear and mistakes underneath, and looked past even those to the true being at the core.”
In this third book of the Call of the Rockies series, we get to know Adam, Joel’s older brother, better. He’s brave, loyal, and steadfast but always has had a heart for adventure. His love and gentleness with horses is pretty amazing to see, This book can be read as a stand-alone but reading the books in order will give depth and fuller meaning to the characters and relationships as they continue to build throughout the series. Meksem is a fierce warrior who has never felt understood or fully loved since the death of her father. Now she’s on the hunt to find a rivaling tribe’s war party that kidnapped her half-sister and others from their tribe. There is the author’s trademark description of wintery mountainous Clearwater River Valley in 1831 that is breath-taking, traveling perils through snow and wilderness that is gasp-inducing, and the call to salvation and redemption that is clear and well-laid out. The constant war between the Blackfoot tribe and the Nez Perce and Salish tribes is a different theme that runs within the main plot and shows the sinful nature of all mankind. But God’s love and sacrifice that transcends our sin is reflected in Meksem’s thoughts, struggles, and understanding that dawns.
I received a copy of the book through the author/publisher via Celebrate Lit Tours and was under no obligation to post a positive review. All comments and opinions are solely my own.