The Last Skywatchers

For Chumash and Tongva people of the Southern California coast and valleys, the world unravels as catholic missions stretch their influence from the Los Angeles basin eastward. Gallop ahead through three generations as this western frontier novel from an Arizona author unfolds. Villages pit themselves against invading settler-evangelists and their escort soldiers. Fierce battles arise. And something rivals newly discovered gold in value--the land. In this coming of age family saga, only the secret supernatural knowledge of Skywatchers can ensure ongoing life.

“Powerful and exquisitely researched, exuding the culture of the people…" Spur award-winning author Richard S. Wheeler