Burning Ground

A historical fiction novel of adventure, tragedy, and romance in the early days of Yellowstone (Frontier Traveler series, Book 1)

By: D.A. Galloway

Narrated by: Michael Bauer

Award-winning finalist in the Fiction: Historical category of the 2021 Best Book Awards sponsored by American Book Fest

Does time heal all wounds? Or do some last forever?

Pennsylvania, 1971: Graham Davidson is a young man with survivor’s guilt after the death of three siblings.

Estranged from his father and seeking a direction in his life, Graham learns about vision quests from a Crow Indian. He secures seasonal employment in Yellowstone National Park and embarks on a spiritual journey.

Wyoming Territory, 1871: Under a full moon at a sacred thermal area, Graham finds himself in Yellowstone a century earlier - one year before it was established as a national park. He joins the Hayden Expedition, which was commissioned to explore the region.

Although a military escort provides protection for the explorers, the cavalry’s notorious lieutenant threatens Graham. His perilous journey through the future park is marred by a horrific tragedy in a geyser basin, a grizzly bear attack, and an encounter with hostile Blackfeet Indians.

Graham falls in love with Makawee, a beautiful Crow woman who serves as a guide. As the expedition nears its conclusion, Graham is faced with an agonizing decision.

Does he stay in the previous century with the woman he loves or travel back to the future?

If you like the historical time travel adventure of Outlander or enjoyed the movie Dances with Wolves, then you'll love Burning Ground!

©2021 D.A. Galloway (P)2021 D.A. Galloway

Thoroughly Enjoyed "Burning Ground"

We found this book that was set in Yellowstone Park engrossing and clever with its twists and turns. Author D.A. Galloway has done a great job of weaving the tale with the events. With the Audible version we found the narrator Michael Bauer a master of many voices and accents to keep the novel moving and neat to follow. We are looking forward to Book 2 and Graham's further adventures.

Great story

Wonderful story.
If only it was read with more excitement.
The narrator failed this by his flat style of talking.
I do recommend listening, very good story.

Best book I’ve read in ages

Loved everything about it. Great writing, storytelling, history and narration. Can’t wait to start next one.

Outstanding historical fiction/fantasy

I really loved this book. In this day of people wanting to do right by the indigenous people of the world, the white man and red man facing their hardships in 1871 are powerful in this book. Well worth reading. Fatal Ground is excellent as well.

Interesting story layered with historical details and fascinating characters

Captivating story of finding meaning and purpose in the face of tragedy. While following the main character Graham on his journey, I enjoyed learning about Yellowstone and gained a deeper understanding of native American culture and history. Although it’s a long book, I was surprised how quickly the time flew by. I also enjoyed the narration and found it easy to follow the story since each character had a distinct audio personality. I highly recommend Burning Ground. Looking forward to Book 2.