Author:
Paul W. Feenstra is a historical fiction novelist. Meticulously researched and detailed, his character driven novels create a dramatic window into our chronicled and complex past. Born in Wellington, New Zealand, in 1959, to Dutch immigrants, Paul still commutes to Los Angeles, California, where he worked as a multiple ‘Emmy’ nominated entertainment industry professional.


Believing God speaks to him through the archangel Gabriel, and anointed with powers, Te Ua unites his people through a common cause. He is determined to drive the imperial oppressors from Maori land and return New Zealand to the righteous.

In early 1860’s New Zealand, the beautiful region of Taranaki is engulfed in a brutal land war. Continuing with its unpopular policy, the New Zealand government, bolstered by British soldiers, seeks punitive and severe action against rebel Maori who openly resist the Government’s determined effort to confiscate their lands.  With regular army forces ill equipped to fight in the wilderness, the specialist highly trained ‘Forest Rangers’ are tasked to pursue rebel Maori deep into the rugged bush clad hills.

The Rangers newest recruit, Moana (Ira) Rangitira, a veteran of the Crimean war, shows remarkable and unusual skills, Maori fear and call him, ‘The ghost who walks’. Ira faces challenges that test his will to survive, and can he protect what is closest to his heart, or has everything been destroyed?

‘The Breath of God’ is the first novel in the Moana Rangitira adventure series.

A Soldier's Journey

   "We should bring in Trev tonight, as soon as possible," insisted Ira. "Once he performs his duties, the next step we take will be determined by the information we receive."


  "How do we act on that information, Moana? How many men will we need, what resources will be required, and can we keep this affair out of public scrutiny?" 


  Ira remained silent as he digested various options. He had no interest in finding Dick; he didn't care if the man disappeared for ever; however, the Commissioner thought differently and wanted him found. But they still needed to end this Russian problem and deal with those responsible for committing the murders. He thought of Mrs Fowler and her stolen eggs.


  "Can you handle this alone, Moana, or do you need others to help you?"


  "I would prefer to work alone, at least until we have more information. I can do more without having to worry about the safety of others, or having them slow me down and restrict my actions, sir."


Chapter 94