People of the River The First North Americans

by W. Michael Gear and Kathleen O'Neal Gear

In the 1300s, in what will become Illinois, the Mound Builders have fallen upon hard times. A drought has caused their corn crop to fail and they have no way to pay their required tribute to Chief Tharon. Their only hope lies in young priestess Nightshade. Sequel to People of the Earth (RC 41690). Violence, strong language, and some descriptions of sex. For senior high and older readers. 1992.