Son of an Indian brave and a white captive, Soaring Hawk is raised in the native customs. As he grows into manhood, he discovers his desire for the love of men. Knowing the fate of those of ‘two spirits’ within his tribe, he leaves the Indian village, disguises his heritage, and enters the white man’s world as Samuel Hawkins. He soon discovers life is difficult for a man who prefers men. While he finds companionship, and forms bonds with many of the men he meets, he is unable to find a relationship which satisfies his deepest need. He also discovers much of what is in the world outside his village conflicts with the values of his native upbringing. He embarks on an odyssey which takes him across the continent and into the arms and beds of many lovers. As he travels, he comes to realize love has many forms. But the one he seeks most continually eludes him. Where will his odyssey lead him? Will he ever come to the end of his search for Soaring Hawk?

The Search for Soaring Hawk

“Well, Sam,” he said, “you get to earn your pay as a Indian scout.”


He and Sam rode out to meet the braves. They exchanged greetings. One or two of their company spoke rudimentary English and a dialect close to that of Sam’s people. To his relief, he was able to communicate with them fairly easily. Things were going well until a loud voice came from behind. He and Garrett turned to see Reverend Rayburn striding toward them, holding his Bible aloft.


“Repent and turn from your heathen ways! Embrace the Lord and be saved.”


Chapter 68