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Rainbow Man (Donovan Family Saga Book 3) Kindle Edition

by Gifford MacShane (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 10 ratings
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He'd follow her anywhere, regardless of danger, but her recklessness may lead to his doom. An evocative tale of passion and pitfalls.

1880s Arizona Territory: Renowned silversmith and accomplished woodsman Alec Twelve Trees is arrested and beaten by a rogue US Cavalry patrol. This act of blatant racism invokes the ire not only of his father, but of the entire village of White's Station. While the town's leading citizens try to force the Army out, Alec is nursed back to health by Irene Donovan.

A young woman ruled by her passions, Irene is a gifted herbalist. Indulged by her father and seven older brothers, she often lets her willfulness trump her better nature. But Alec understands her: he's been her best friend since their school days, and loved her almost as long. He's never revealed his feelings, certain her family will not accept him. It's not the only thing he's wrong about.

An intensely private man, Alec refuses to relive his torment at a court-martial of his assailants, but Irene begs him to reconsider. Alec honors her wishes, and realizes he is powerless to escape her charms, even though he believes she will never give him the love he craves.

As a parade of suitors marches through her father's door, Alec's agony is sometimes overwhelming. Irene is blind to his torment, and her frivolous nature rears its ugly head again. She escapes one hazard with her honor barely intact. The experience leaves her shaken, but even Alec can't predict her next reckless act.

With intriguing characters and meticulous period details, this novel reveals the best and worst of human nature, and will reaffirm your belief in the power of love and the resilience of the human spirit.

"Absolutely wonderful book! The story and characters are so well written I caught myself talking, crying, laughing and yelling at them! I highly recommend this book." - BookBub Review

If you've enjoyed Where the Lost Wander by Amy Harmon, and The Redemption Mountain Historical Western Romance Series by Shirleen Davis, you're bound to love this novel.

When Irene charges headlong into danger, will Alecrisk everythingto save her from herself, or has he finally had enough? To find out, click the BUY NOW link at the top of the page and start reading Rainbow Man today.

Books in the Donovan Family Saga:

  • Whispers in the Canyon
  • The Winds of Morning (Prequel)
  • The Woodsman's Rose
  • Rainbow Man
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This is such a great read and you will be drawn in, page by page. You will feel a part of the tale and you will want there to be a happy ending. Follow them to see just where you are taken. Brilliant read. - BookBub Review

A wonderfully descriptive and well researched period novel with a gorgeous hero and a frustratingly naive and clueless heroine. - Goodreads Review

From the Author

RAINBOW MAN, Book 3 of the Donovan Family Saga, continues the story of the Donovan clan in the Arizona Territory, focusing on the relationships of the youngest daughter, Irene.

This book is adult historical fiction set in the 1880s Arizona Territory. It contains mild cursing, a steamy romance, and an attempted rape, as well as references to a murder and rape that occurred before the book opens.

If you've already read WHISPERS IN THE CANYON or THE WOODSMAN'S ROSE, you may be familiar with many of the characters, but the story in this novel stands alone and it is not dependent on any other book in the series. I hope you enjoy it.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B09JND6GQW
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Gifford MacShane (October 18, 2021)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ October 18, 2021
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1085 KB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 446 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 10 ratings

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Gifford MacShane

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Gifford MacShane is the author of historical fiction that celebrates the resilience of the human spirit.

Her novels feature a family of Irish immigrants who settle in the Arizona Territory in the late 1800s. With an accessible literary style, MacShane draws out her characters' hidden flaws and strengths as they grapple with both physical and emotional conflicts.

Singing almost before she could talk, MacShane has always loved folk music, whether it be Irish, Appalachian, spirituals, or the songs of the cowboys. Her love of the Old West goes back to childhood, when her father introduced her to the works of Zane Grey. Later she became interested in the Irish diaspora, having realized her father's family had lived through An Gorta Mor, the Great Irish Potato Famine of the mid-1800s.

Writing allows her to combine her three great interests into a series of family stories, each with romance, traditional song lyrics, and a dash of Celtic mysticism. Having grown up in a large & often boisterous Irish-American family, she is intimately acquainted with the workings of such a clan and uses those experiences to good purpose (though no names will be named!)

The Donovan Family Saga includes WHISPERS IN THE CANYON (Book 1), THE WOODSMAN’S ROSE (Book 2), RAINBOW MAN (Book 3), and THE WINDS OF MORNING, a prequel novella requested by her fans.

MacShane is a member of the Historical Novel Society and is an #OwnVoices writer. An avid gardener, Giff cultivates pollinator plants and grows tomatoes (not enough) and zucchini (too much). She loves to sing, though her cats don’t always appreciate it. A self-professed grammar nerd who still gets a kick out of diagramming sentences, she currently lives in Pennsylvania with her husband Richard, the Pied Piper of stray cats.

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Rebecca Munro
4.0 out of 5 stars Arizona in a New Light
Reviewed in the United States on April 4, 2023
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review. This was a beautifully written book. The characters were described and portrayed in a totally believable way. Alec is returning to Arizona from New Mexico and is beaten by the soldiers for no other reason than he was an Indian. He comes across Irene, who studies plants. Their relationship is strained and nothing I have ever read before. Gifford MacShane gives them both respect and through his talented writing we can really see what makes them like they are. A thoroughly enjoyable read.
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Martha
5.0 out of 5 stars A great book!!!
Reviewed in the United States on January 29, 2022
A historical/romance novel that includes in great detail the life of Donovan family. The characters are clear, although it was a bit difficult for me to identify them all and sometimes I had to go back to see what the relationship was; however, I was hooked on reading it, since it handles topics such as the racism Alec suffered (against the Navajo Indian community), the herbalism which at that time cured most illnesses, in which Irene had skill and knowledge, love , forgiveness, the beliefs that were held then, the integrity with which Annie faces her illness and the resilience she has and helps her carry her pregnancy to a successful conclusion, as her son is capable of filling her with strength in her fight . I liked it a lot and invited me to read the beginning of the saga, and discover the foundations of this family. A very human book that invites reflection and questioning our today.
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Nahnz
4.0 out of 5 stars Alec made it worthwhile!
Reviewed in the United States on January 3, 2022
Alec made this book enjoyable and worth reading. At times, Irene seemed immature and whiny. I’m not sure if she supposed to be an innocent, shy, naïve person because there were moments that Irene KNEW about Alec’s feelings. However, during that period, women were few and men plentiful. Irene had the opportunity to choose the best from her suitors 😒

Throughout the novel I rooted for Alec (unrequited love is the pits) and I had a hard time relating to Irene. I love how Gifford resolved the situation with Irene’s wishy-washy attitude.

Overall, I felt bad for Alec, disliked Irene and enjoyed the family concept scattered throughout this story. This kinda of novel are slow page-turners because it’s always better to grasp the detailed work to be satisfied with a awesome outcome 😃
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Tanyawriter
5.0 out of 5 stars Wow
Reviewed in the United States on April 12, 2022
This is such a great read and you will be drawn in, page by page. You will feel a part of the tale and you will want there to be a happy ending. Follow them to see just where you are taken. Brilliant read
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Kaye Moore
3.0 out of 5 stars Family life front and center
Reviewed in the United States on January 6, 2022
I received this free book from Voracious Readers Only. This was an enjoyable read. Loved the emphasis on family life and support of one another. They were always there for one another. This is the third book in the series. Will go back and read the firs two.
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Jeannie V.
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Story
Reviewed in the United States on October 23, 2021
I enjoyed reading Rainbow Man, Book 3 in the Donovan Family Saga. I felt the characters were well described as well as the scenes. It was easy to picture both.
The closeness of the Donovan Family was wonderful. They were always there for each other.
Irene Donovan had many suitors in the story; however, only one suitor can fill her heart with joy.
I also enjoyed reading about some of the Indian customs that were detailed in the story.
I would recommend reading this book, Rainbow Man. I received this book as an ARC for my honest opinion.
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Terri Mc
4.0 out of 5 stars Captivating Saga of the Donovan Family,
Reviewed in the United States on April 25, 2023
A wonderful continuation of the Donovan Story. As book 3, the story has spread to center around the younger generations and thier famies. A western historical romance to bring you all the feels wrapped up in the Donovan Saga.
You will find yourself turning pages long past your normal reading time, drawn into the story.

This is book three and can be read as a standalone, but for a richer understanding of the family start with the prequel, The Winds of Morning,followed by, Whispers in the Canyon and The Woodsman Rose.
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DenimandDiamonds
5.0 out of 5 stars Taming the Arizona Territory in the 1880's
Reviewed in the United States on February 8, 2022
Rainbow Man is the third installment of the Donovan Family Saga by Gifford MacShane. It continues to follow the Donovan family as they navigate the ups and downs of the Wild West in the 1880's. In the small village of White Station, Arizona, where the community is surprisingly way ahead of the times. Is is a resfreshing view of how things work so well when a community comes together despite all of their differences for the good of everyone. It is a coming of age story, showing all the turbulent ups and downs. A very intriguing and exciting saga that will tug at your heartstrings.

I was given a complimentary eBook and I am voluntarily leaving my review.
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