DAKOTA

Jack Garrett expertly portrays blue blood Teddy Roosevelt as he copes with the death of his mother and his wife on the same terrible day in 1884. As Roosevelt seeks solace in South Dakota's Badlands, Garrett's warm voice resonates with emotion as he reads in a well-paced, clear, and engaging style. Listeners will appreciate Garrett's timing, Western drawl, and captivating intensity. The beauty of the landscape and Roosevelt's struggle to regain his spirit make this novel based on real-life events appealing to a wide audience. Shots in the night, chases on horseback, and fierce gunfights will also entertain Western fans. S.C.A. © AudioFile 2007, Portland, Maine [Published: APR/ MAY 07]