Into the Wilderness (Wilderness Series #1)

A mental escape.

I really enjoyed Into The Wilderness. Every time I had to put the book down I couldn't wait till I was about to pick it back up. I know it's a good book when after I put the book down I keep thinking about the characters and reliving the scenes I have just read, and wondering what could possibly happen next. I like that there was a little real history involved, but not so much that it over shadowed the love story. I was so happy to find out that Into The Wilderness is the first in a series of book involving Nathaniel, Elizabeth, and the rest of residents of Paradise.

4 out of 4 people found this review helpful.

Good Read but no originality!

As I am reading this book, I keep thinking of Outlander! Then I see that so many other readers have compared it to Outlander! THEN...the Outlander characters appear in the novel! Well I wasn't impressed. If I already thought Nathaniel Bonner was an American version of Jamie Fraser, this sured it up for me. Elizabeth (the main female character) is basically another Claire Fraser. She is even given the name (Bone in her Back). So I guess it is a mild version of Oulander but to be honest, it's more like Sara Donati picked up the Frasers, dusted them off, and plopped them in Nathaniel and Elizabeth Bonners clothes...no origality! Plus...if you are an avid Jane Austen fan...be prepared, this author has also stole several of her scenes from Pride and Prejudice as well. When Richard Todd first asks Elizabeth to marry him I had to look at the front of the book again to be sure I was still reading Into the Wilderness...come on! This author has a wonderful writing style. She can pull you into the book, and the characters SHE created and didn't borrow from other authors are very good. My suggestion to Ms. Donati is keep writing BUT trust yourself! You don't need someone elses characters! I would recommend the book, truthfully I loved both Outlander and Pride and Prejudice so I liked the book, but I would like to see more of this authors work, her original work. In the end a good book and I think I will read the next one. Hope this helps other readers.

3 out of 3 people found this review helpful.

Nice Try

Well...I was very hopeful with this book since I'm a big fan of Gabaldon's Outlander. But...It wasn't as I expected. The characters seem promising at first, but then it all gets too predictable. Yes, it has the touch of romance and adventure, but it stays short, and sometimes I found myself trying to skip on pages (something that never ever happened with Outlander). Not a good review...sorry.

3 out of 3 people found this review helpful.

The Into the Wilderness series is hands down, one of my all time favorites. If you haven't read these, you are in for such a treat. The last book in the series comes out this month (January). Run, don't walk, to pick up all of these amazing books!

Sara Donati (aka Rosina Lippi) is a fabulous writer and her tale of Elizabeth Bonner in early America (Saratoga Springs) is captivating. Once started, you will not be able to put it and all the books that follow in the series down. Rosina is a local author (Bellingham WA) and whip smart (former professor of linguistics). If you like high quality historical fiction, you are in luck. This series has been compared to the Diana Gabaldon series and I can see why, but it is superior. It holds together better and all of the characters are more compelling. I never wanted it to end and there will be a lot of us in mourning this month (January 2010) when her last book comes out.

3 out of 3 people found this review helpful.

Excellent!

I think it is probably the best book I have read in a long time. I could not put it down! It's a exciting mixture of romance and adventure. I am looking forward to her next novel.

3 out of 3 people found this review helpful.

Very good

Great read.

1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

Highly Recommended!

Just finished Diana Gabaldon's Outlander Series and was looking for something else to read. I am really enjoying this series. I am already reading the second book in the series.

1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

Thoroughly Enjoyable Read!

This book Is one my all time favorites. One of those books that I have to read again every few years because the characters and story are captivating. If you liked Diana Gabaldon you'll love. Donati's Wilderness series.

1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

Breathtaking!

Reading this story makes one feel as if they are in the story. As if the reader is a character invited to listen to a conversation. I need to read the entire series now.

1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

Outstanding!

I just finished this 1st book of the series, set in 18th Century New England, & can't wait to read the rest. I, too, am a huge fan of Gabaldon's Outlander books so am happy to find another historical fiction series that keeps me coming back for more. Nathanial & Elizabeth, like Jamie & Claire, find themselves facing one challenge after another. I couldn't wait to see what happened next & how they would get themselves out of whatever fix they're in. If you're a fan of Historical Fiction with likable characters, great story & descriptive writing, this is definitely for you.

1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

Snuggle up with hot chocolate and escape to another time...

Well-written period piece set in the late 1700s in upstate New York - includes a great love story. Recently re-released in this beautiful trade paper edition. Highly recommended - worth reading more than once.

1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

A page turner that flowed

Loved the characters...at first it seemed predictible but there were so many twists and turns in the story that I couldn't wait to read on. I'm anxious to start #2. Donati is a very graceful, smooth writer with a flair for the language and customs of the era.

As close to Diana Gabaldon as a book can get....

If you have read all Diana Gabaldon's Outlander series and are aching for more, this is your author. Very closely related yet different enough to enjoy.

Fantastic Book!!!!

I loved this book. One of the best books I have ever read. If you are a fan of the Outlander Series or if you are a fan of Historical Fiction then you will love this book. I have read every book in the series and will read them again. I was very sad when the series ended. This is a must read for everone.

if you loved Outlander...

I read this series after completing The Oulander Series, with hopes and expectations for a series to grab me like the other did. I was highly impressed! Fantastic series, highly recommend!!!!!!

WONDERFUL SERIES !!!

One of the best, if not the best, series I have ever read! Donati is an excellent writer. Her characters are described so well and so in-depth. You become involved and so attached to them that you have to force yourself to stop reading & continue another time. The story is enthralling and unforgettable. If you fail to read this series you're missing some real gems.

Incredible series!

This entire series was just wonderful. If you have read and loved Diana Gabaldon (as I do) you will love Sara Donati. That is about as big as recommendation I can come up with.

Loved it.

All the characters are so interesting to learn about. Loved the entire series!

Loved it!!!!

I have read the entire series twice and I am sure I will read it again.

Wonderful series

I picked this historical fiction book because it had Diana Galbadon's recommendation on the cover. I loved this book on it's own merit. I have read each of the books in this series and am currently on the final book and will be sorry to have it end. The characters are people that you enjoy rooting for, holding your breath for, crying for and rejoicing with. It celebrates diversity during a time when diversity was not welcome and shares one family's belief that all people are people and should be treated according to one's behavior rather than the color of one's skin or nationality. A great read.