heatherbirchall 's review for:

Riders of the Purple Sage by Zane Grey

4.0

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You know how the ending of books is nearly always disappointing? Well the ending of this book makes up for every book I've ever read that doesn't quite conclude satisfyingly. I was on the edge of my seat as the author describes the wild chase through Utah into a remote canyon - by this point in the book you know all the protagonists and, having just visited Capitol Reef in Utah, I could really imagine the landscape. The book is a celebration of Utah in that respect - the giant boulders, red sandstone mesas and buttes and, of course, purple sage are described throughout and provide the perfect setting for this wonderful adventure. Absolutely brilliant read!