Reviews for Little Sisters of War:


Midwest Book Review: Little Sisters of War

…When I say this book is a true gem, I don't use that term lightly. Mr. Tate is not only a skillful writer, but he knows how to hook readers fast and hold their interest. At the beginning, the musings of an ancient Iroquois clan mother introduced me to the Native American game of lacrosse. Now, what I know about lacrosse could dance on the head of a pin …. But, I found myself very quickly drawn into this story despite my ignorance of the game. Mr. Tate introduced his fictional female lacrosse team members early on. I struggled with them, felt each bruise and gash as these underdogs battled their way to the final championship game. These 'little sisters of war' compete at the collegiate level, and the action is heart pounding. The author had me holding my breath and rooting for these characters. I wanted them to WIN.... in every aspect of their lives. I'm not a sports fan in any sense of the word, but the action left me breathless. And the author made it clear that lacrosse is more than a game to those who play it. To the Native American originators of lacrosse, and to modern day athletes who proudly play the game, lacrosse is a philosophy and a special way of thinking. This author's vocabulary and command of prose is rich and imaginative. Realistic dialog and action abound through each hard fought game. And his descriptions of fog enshrouded mountains and sweet salt water marshes along the Rappahannock made me long to visit such a place. This book is far more than a discourse on lacrosse. Mr. Tate writes with intelligence and passion; my congratulations to the author for a book well-written.
         --Laurel A. Johnson Reviewer/Midwest Book Review: midwestbookreview.com

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