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

Together, man and dog fought their way to the shore, where Garrett and several other men met them. Strong arms pulled the trio from the river. Sam stood with Wolf by his side, shivering in the strong wind. Both were breathing in deep heaves. Caleb’s father stood beside them, his arm around Sam’s shoulders, his fingers digging into his flesh. Garrett, kneeling on one knee, rolled Caleb on the other and pressed forcefully on his back.


Water gushed from the boy’s mouth. On the third attempt to clear Caleb’s lungs, he coughed, sputtered and started to cry. Garrett carefully rolled him over. His father was there immediately, scooping the boy into his arms.


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