The Line Chosen: A Historical Novel of the Mohawk People

THE LINE CHOSENBook Three of the One Who Listens TrilogyFor generations, the people of Shanantaha have lived among the forests, hills, rivers, and lakes of their ancestral homeland. They have endured war, loss, hardship, and change while preserving the traditions, values, and wisdom passed down by those who came before them.But the world around them is changing faster than ever before.As the American colonies move toward revolution, the Mohawk Nation finds itself caught between powerful forces neither side fully understands. Settlers continue to push westward. Ancient alliances are tested. Long-standing friendships are strained. The future of Native nations throughout New York hangs in the balance.The elders who guided Shanantaha through decades of uncertainty are passing into memory. Tekahentahkhwa, Ayonwátha, Tahonawí:ta, and Margriet have devoted their lives to protecting their people and preserving a way of life that is increasingly threatened by events beyond their control.Now a new generation must rise.At the center of that transition stands Kanonhsyonne.Raised among the teachings of her ancestors and shaped by the sacrifices of those who came before her, she must embrace responsibilities far greater than she ever imagined. As she grows into the role of Clan Mother, she discovers that leadership is not measured by authority alone, but by wisdom, courage, and the ability to guide others through uncertain times.Beside her stands Sakonhsí:io, a young warrior whose strength, loyalty, and quiet determination become increasingly important as conflict spreads across the Mohawk Valley.Together they face a future neither can fully control.As revolution engulfs the colonies and armies move toward the Hudson Valley, the people of Shanantaha must confront questions with no easy answers. What happens when every choice carries consequences? How do you protect your homeland when larger powers decide its fate? How do you preserve your identity when the world around you is changing forever?From the aftermath of the Schenectady Massacre to the gathering storm at Saratoga, the One Who Listens Trilogy has followed one family across nearly a century of change. Through triumph and tragedy, love and loss, peace and war, each generation has struggled to honor those who came before while preparing those who would follow.Now that journey reaches its conclusion.Set against the breathtaking landscapes of Ballston Lake, the Burned Hills, the Mohawk Valley, and Saratoga, The Line Chosen brings the acclaimed trilogy to a powerful and emotional close. Drawing upon actual historical events, places, and figures, Mark Foss combines meticulous research with compelling storytelling to illuminate a chapter of American history too often overlooked.More than a story of war, The Line Chosen is a story of endurance.It is the story of family.It is the story of memory.It is the story of a people determined to survive.It is the story of a homeland worth protecting.And it is the story of the choices that echo across generations.For readers who enjoy richly detailed historical fiction, Native American history, Colonial America, and multi-generational family sagas, The Line Chosen offers a moving and unforgettable conclusion to the journey begun in One Who Listens.A homeland. A people. A choice that will shape the future. Read more