“It is a good book to give to the American boy, for it abounds in stirring adventures, and at the same time gives a good insight into the everyday life of the pioneers.”
+ Cath World 112:552 Ja ’21 100w
“The dialog is full of ‘go’ and the book will appeal immensely to intermediates.”
+ Cleveland p106 D ’20 50w
“The book has plenty of color and of movement, and gives an interesting picture of the period with which it deals.”
+ N Y Times p10 O 17 ’20 760w
“Perhaps the very best of his many romances. The flow of the story is clear and strong; it has atmosphere, movement, and distinction.”
+ Outlook 26:333 O 20 ’20 140w
“It is full of color and charm and thrill.” Joseph Mosher
+ Pub W 98:1191 O 16 ’20 270w