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Into the Wilderness (Wilderness, #1)

Sara Donati
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Into the Wilderness (Wilderness, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1999

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Sara Donati

Into the Wilderness (Wilderness, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1999
Book Details
Pages

876

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Upstate New York • 1790s

Publication Year

1999

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Into the Wilderness by Sara Donati follows Elizabeth Middleton as she moves to a remote New York frontier town in the late 18th century. Navigating complex relationships with community members, Elizabeth confronts societal expectations and challenges, leading to significant personal growth and profound encounters that shape her future.

Reviews & Readership

4.3

47,759 ratings

79%

Loved it

15%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Into the Wilderness by Sara Donati offers an engaging historical romance set in late 18th-century America. Critics praise its rich narrative, well-developed characters, and vivid historical detail. However, some find its pacing uneven and length excessive. Despite minor flaws, it is widely appreciated for its immersive storytelling and strong sense of place.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Into the Wilderness (Wilderness, #1)?

Readers who enjoyed Outlander by Diana Gabaldon or The Last of the Mohicans by James Fenimore Cooper will likely relish Into the Wilderness by Sara Donati. This novel appeals to those who favor rich historical settings, complex characters, and epic romance intertwined with adventurous plots.

4.3

47,759 ratings

79%

Loved it

15%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

876

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Upstate New York • 1790s

Publication Year

1999

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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