Winona's Web: A Novel of Discovery (The Winona Series) (Volume 1)
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| Rating | : | 4.40 (707 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1929590210 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 248 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2014-07-17 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Winona's Web will delight you and touch your heart with its message of hope and prayer, love and loss, and learning to listen to the web of the world.. A reluctant client, the feisty Winona decides to turn the tables and teach Dr. Who is healing whom? Can the doctor convince Winona to step back from the gates to the spirit world? As Meggie's eyes open, she also rediscovers the pull of romance, involving her with two intriguing Native American men. To the surprise of her family, Winona Pathfinder, an elde
Though they represent a significant flaw, they seldom get in the way of a story that's full of understanding and compassion. Winona Pathfinder, a healthy 69-year-old medicine woman, walks into the office of narrator Megan O'Connor after being referred by her daughter, to whom Winona has revealed that she intends to die in two months. More problematic are the sections dealing with Megan's friendships and infrequent romantic adventures, many of them mawkish. The author, a psychotherapist with a background in Native American ceremonies, earns bonus points for presenting the cultural material without proselytizing. The conceit may be cliched, but Cogan has a talent for characterization and weaves together the strengths and weaknesses of the two women with grace and flair. From Publishers Weekly Contrasting the values of modern Western culture with Native American beliefs, Cogan's well-told first novel pits a Michigan
paula collins said I loved this book. I loved this book! It gives a clear look into Lakota beliefs and a beautiful description of the male/female relationship.. loved it Elisa loved it. Required text book E. Johnson I did not want this book. Required text for english class. I have not read it. Book arrived in good shape. It was too expensive I am sure. Looks like a dork story.