Wild Swan

I read Wild Swan, originally when I was 17. I'm now 32 and have read all of Ms. DeBlasis' books - I'm on my third copy. Wild Swan is the first in a series of three. Another of her books, 'The Proud Breed' is a must if you want to get a feel for her storytelling without committing yourself to three books. "wild Swan" is the opening of a trilogy which spans close to 100 years in a family involved with smuggling, horsebreeding and racing and ship building. No one is perfect, everyone has faults and fears. From the coast of Cornwall to Maryland horse country and from the infancy of the 19th century to its near conclusion in 1892, we see portions of 6 generations of Thaines/Carringtons/Falconers and the hope of the 7th in the near future.All of Ms. DeBlasis characters are real to the reader and generate emotional links as if we could reach out and touch them.A definite must for anyone

I took "Wild Swan" and some of the author's other books with me on a vacation to Europe. Big mistake! I hardly saw anything except for the hotel room - all because I could not put her marvelous books down! I just loved the "Wild Swan" trilogy so much that I included a swan as part of my ranch logo. Her other books are just as compelling. Hopefully, there are more of this author's writings "in the works". These books will fill your heart :) THANK YOU CELESTE!

I have read the Swan series three times, and have loved it every time. The images come alive and you are almost unable to put it down. I would recommend this to anyone who loves historical fiction, and the coming of age of America.

Celeste DeBlasis is, in my opinion, the best fictional writer around. I too have read all of her books and also own all of them. I fell in love with the central characters in this book and continue to dwell in their home(s). Her trilogy of "Swans" goes to the heart and soul of those of us who believe in love to the fullest, as only Ms. DeBlasis can portray these people. I read and re-read each and every book until I know every page by heart. I too wish that Ms. DeBlasis could write more of her words more often, however, I realize, as she has also written, that the "well" needs time to fill up again. Thank you Ms. DeBlasis, for all you do for all of us who love your words and work.

Wild Swan is the first book of a fantastic trilogy by Celeste DeBlasis. This book is the infinitely touching story of two people destined to be together, who must first stumble a bit on their road to each other. We see these two grow up together, form their own lives, and eventually reunite for a love affair so amazing, you'll want to fall in love all over again. The other two books go on to form a delicately woven picture of the family these two make together. You'll become so intrigued by the story of these strong, proud people, you'll race to read all three books in this amazing trilogy. It is truly a shame these books are no longer being produced, but they are still obtainable, and well worth the effort!!!