The ‘Cherokee Mists’ is a prehistory fantasy series based on Cherokee myths. It’s a beautiful and emotional tease. What do we know about Native people centuries before Columbus? What about the grandfathers of some of Win’s ancestors, the Cherokees?
Win said, ‘Can I look at a culture and transform it into what it may have been like centuries earlier? Imagine the forefathers of the progeny, my own forefathers, and make it feel textured and alive? I don’t know, but I want to try.’
Ancient Cherokee myths run bubbling-full of magic. Come meet a buzzard who’s a spirit familiar, go on a visit to the land of the gods, and endure a desperate quest in the underworld. Fight a climactic battle against a dragon, and a hurricane in a sea cave.
The second book, Shadows in the Cave, was chosen by Booklist as one of the top five fantasies of the year. Folks in the publishing industry call it mythic fantasy.
Our Favorite Reviews
“A truly remarkable job of bringing forth the North American Indian traditions, and I do not think anyone has done it in this way before.” – “Vincent Wilcox, retired curator of Native American artifacts at the Smithsonian Museum.
“Magical . . . deeply rooted in the oldest storytelling traditions of North America. This skillful reworking of mythic themes and archetypes rings true on many levels. For all who love mythic fiction and fantasy.” – Terri Windling, editor, The Year’s Best Fantasy and Horror
“Drama, emotion, magic, imagination, mysticism, and insight into prehistoric peoples . . . an amazing ride into the unknown.” – Tony Hillerman
Would you like the first two books in the series? Go for it!