I knew this book would move me when I saw it was based on real events. However, I didn't expect to be as enraptured as I was. I read this on a plane and spent most of the time trying and failing to hold back tears. Through each woman and girl's POV, you feel their fears and struggles as if you are with them. This was an incredible story of strength and survival that I simply couldn't put down, even at its most graphic and gruesome moments. As soon as I was finished, I immediately researched the real Mountain Meadows Massacre to learn more about those involved. It's mind-boggling that this was a real story as it seems so outlandish as you're experiencing it through the characters' POVs.

I have read Noelle Ihli books before and am a big fan!

I went into this book blind. I knew nothing about what it was about. I was very surprised. This book is about a wagon train passing through Utah territory on the way to California through a region of mostly Indians and Mormons.

This story was chilling, sad, unbelievable at times. It's told in various perspectives and really shows the individual aftermath of an event that is truly chilling, cruel, and horrific. I love historical reads and this book makes me want to keep reading as I have never known this happened. It was a very hard but great read.

Thank you NetGalley and Dynamite Books for allowing me to read this ARC for my honest review.

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None Left to Tell is not like any of Noelle Ihli's other books. This is a harrowing historical fiction account set in the year 1857 about the Mountain Meadows Massacre. Living in Utah, I love hearing about the history, and this didn't disappoint. In fact, it far exceeded my expectations. The back matter tells the reader why Ihli wrote about it and the almost supernatural way in which the book cried out to be written.

The story follows the lives of three women whose lives intersect. Lucy Robison and her four children living within the LDS community, Katrina Huff and her four children who are making the trip across Utah to their new home, and Sally (Kahpeputz), the fourth wife of Chief Kanosh. What follows is the harrowing account of Katrina Huff during the arduous journey to California, where lakes and ponds had dried up, and the steers suffered from poor forage. Her daughter Nancy proved to be a strong character at the outset, the will to survive evident and her sweetness at the meeting the strong-willed Indian Sally. I couldn't help rooting for her, loving the song her mother sang, which appears occasionally throughout the book. But keeping a family together amongst impossible odds, desperate the children weren't witnesses to the terrible events, proved to be the most terrifying scenes for me and my heart went out to Katrina, especially at the end.

Sally's story was singularly tragic. Bannock by birth, she had lived in Brigham Young's house since she was a child. Hiding her ability to speak and understand English, she tries to fit in with the Paiute but deep down inside she's Bannock. Her "imprisonment" is poignant, the other wives making sure she stays within their eyeline, the only thing that brings her hope is the Awan, Kanosh's son, who helped her to fetch water each day.

As each character told their individual stories and the attacks began, the mood changed from one of hope and new beginnings, to one of heartbreak and terror. It isn't an easy book to read, some scenes (as the front matter advises) are so disturbing, I had to put the book down for a while. But I wanted to read on to know what happened, realizing the outcome would not be easy to stomach. One thing that struck me the most was the research that went into writing this book, the way Ihli weaved fact into fiction to tell this violent but necessary tale.

Amongst all the degradation and the spilling of blood (you can imagine how red that valley was) there was hope, and I found the ending to be satisfactory and uplifting.

Thank you to the author, Netgalley, and the publisher for the privilege of reading an advance reader copy of this book. Highly recommended.

Not at all what I was expecting from Noelle Ihli, having read many of her thriller genre books, but an excellent story none the less! Beautiful and tragic.

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This is not the usual thriller. It is strongly based on the Mountain Meadows Massacre and follows the lives of four women who were impacted by this horrific tragedy.

Noelle W. Ilhi wrote a touching excerpt at the end of this novel, detailing her own familial connection to one of the main characters. She included the names and ages of each person brutally murdered in the attack.

This story is heartbreaking. It covers the accounts from before, during, and after the massacre. Ilhi states in her excerpt “And as I wrote, I learned again and again that the America of the 1800s wasn’t nearly as different from modern society as I’d always believed. The setting and the era was distinct, but the people were the same. Uncomfortably so.” And honestly, that hit hard.

“During my research, I quickly learned that this was never going to be a story about angels and devils, villains and heroes. Those ugly, starkly drawn lines of us-versus-them are at the heart of this tragedy. And yet so is the will to survive, the drive to protect those we love even at great personal cost, and the strength to persist against seemingly impossible odds. In the end, that is what I will choose to remember most about what happened at Mountain Meadows. The ones who chose humanity. The ones who chose love. Even if it was the last choice they made.”

I loved this interesting, compelling story. It is about a wagon train heading west in the 1800s and the Native Americans and Mormons who came upon them in Utah. It’s a touching read that kept me enthralled from start to finish. This is the first time I’d heard of The Mountain Meadows Massacre but it won’t be the last. I intend to read up on this part of history. I highly recommend this book!

This is a historical fiction book. It describes the Mountain Meadow Massacre that took place in Utah in 1857. The author has does a great amount of research and presented it in a very touching way, viewed through the eyes of families going through it - on both sides of the massacre. It is an unbelievable story that I really wasn’t familiar with, and it opened my eyes to one of the most horrific stories that took place in our nation’s expansion westward. The author did a wonderful job of making us feel what was going through the minds of the families - the struggle, the pain, the heartache, the love they had. It was very well written . I give the book 5 stars.

Thank you to the publisher and to NetGalley for this digital ARC in exchange for my honest review. The book will be published October 11, 2024.

I didn't expect it but this book completely captivated me from the first page! The story follows three incredible women—Lucy, Katrina, and Sally—each facing unimaginable trials in a time of upheaval. I was immediately drawn into their worlds, and their struggles felt so real, so raw, that I could almost feel their pain and fear.

Lucy’s story, in particular, captivated me. Her refusal to be a victim any longer, her desire to stand up and fight after everything she and her family had been through, really struck a chord. Katrina’s journey as a mother willing to protect her family at all costs hit me deeply as well—it was so harrowing yet beautifully told. And Sally’s heartbreaking situation, trapped in a marriage she didn’t choose, forced to confront moral dilemmas, felt both tragic and empowering.

What I loved most is how the book weaves in real history with such grace. Knowing the author has a personal connection to these events made the story even more meaningful to me. Noelle Ihli really poured her heart into this, and you can feel that in every page. Her note at the end was a beautiful reminder of the real people behind the fictionalized accounts.

I won’t lie—this wasn’t an easy read. There are some heavy topics here—child death, racism, and more—but they are handled with such care. It’s emotional, sometimes gut-wrenching, but the strength of these women and the hope that shines through in the end left me feeling uplifted.

If you’re someone who loves historical fiction or enjoys a suspenseful, multi-layered story with deep, emotional stakes, I can’t recommend this enough. This book will stay with me for a long time.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the eARC in exchange for my honest opinion.

As an archaeologist with a deep appreciation for history, I found ‘None Left to Tell’ absolutely captivating. From the first page, it's clear that the author has done extensive research, skillfully weaving historical events into a gripping narrative that brings the tragic story of the Mountain Meadows Massacre to life.

The three women at the heart of this story—Lucy, Katrina, and Sally—are compelling characters, each facing unimaginable challenges in their pursuit of survival and justice. Their stories are told with such raw emotion and realism that I found myself completely immersed in their journeys. Lucy's quest for revenge, Katrina's fierce protectiveness of her family, and Sally's inner conflict in a polygamist marriage all bring a unique perspective to this historically significant event.

What really resonated with me was the author's dedication to including historical context, which added incredible depth to the novel. The use of actual events and the portrayal of the anti-Mormon violence truly reflected the complexities of the time period. The inclusion of historical documents and the nuanced portrayal of life in 19th-century America made this book feel incredibly authentic.

I would highly recommend ‘None Left to Tell’ to anyone interested in well-researched historical fiction, especially those who appreciate stories of resilience and strength in the face of overwhelming adversity. This is an unforgettable read that shines a light on a dark chapter of American history.

None Left to Tell🤐
By Noelle W. Ihli👏🏻

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When I received an arc of this, I was overjoyed! I absolutely adore this author. This was unlike any of her earlier books. This is historical fiction, which is not my preferred genre. I dabble in it and have loved a few, but it is not something I would choose to go after. This story was horrific, and the atrocious events that occurred were incomprehensible. The writing and story were both nice, but as I already stated, I am not really fond of this genre, so I struggled to rate it. It was very interesting, however I was disappointed that it was labeled as a thriller. It’s definitely a story that will stay with you.

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This story is based on real events that happened which makes this story even more heartbreaking. Very well written, and so so sad what these women/people went through. I couldn't put the book down. I'd say it was more historical fiction than a thriller though.

Noelle was pretty much an autobuy author for me. After this.....there's no question!

This beautiful and heartbreaking story was out of this authors normal genre of writing. Which means it was also outside ...way outside...of my normal genre of reading, but I was like ...what the heck ... it's noelle ihli so I'm going right in (thanks to being chosen by netgalley to read the arc)!

And wow.. noelle is just a beautiful writer. Her other books have always hooked me from the get go and kept me stressed and anxious. This book held on to my heart and head with beautiful descriptions of scenery and the people we were reading about.

3 storylines of 3 women who were so interwoven in each other's lives but such drastically different ways of life .

A book hasn't made me cry in a really long time. I also give out 5 stars very sparingly. I'm just not that easy to impress I guess lol. But as soon as I finished this book..it was a no brainer

Oh and one last thing ...noelle has mentioned how long she researched this topic in order to write her book and I don't doubt it for a minute!

Kudos Noelle W Ihli....another winner

Wow! This book was truly amazing! None Left to Tell by Noelle West Ihli is a gripping work of historical fiction that is based on the true events of the Mountain Meadows Massacre. I really enjoyed the writing style of this book, and it is clearly very well researched. I went through so many emotions while reading this suspenseful heart wrenching novel, which is the perfect mix of mystery/thriller and historical fiction. Everyone should read this beautiful literary work! Thank you to NetGalley and Dynamite Books for providing me with an advanced reader copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

•None Left to Tell is unlike any of Noelle W. Ihli’s other books, and it was still phenomenal. I would classify this book more so historical fiction rather than thriller, but it left me speechless nonetheless.

•When I started this book, I had no knowledge of what this book would be about. I just knew Ihli wrote it and that was enough for me. After finishing this book, I can confidently say this is easily my favorite of her books.

•None Left to Tell follows the lives of three women trying to survive during a very tumultuous time in history. The year is 1857 and Lucy and her family are doing their best adjusting to their new lives as members of the LDS church. Katrina and her family are making the long, uncertain trip across the Utah Territory to their new home. And Sally was just “gifted” as a fourth wife to a man she barely knows. Their lives will intersect and overlap during the aftermath of the Mountain Meadows Massacre.

•The amount of time and research Ihli put into this book is evident. I would highly recommend this book, but please make sure you check the trigger warnings beforehand. There are some pretty gruesome and graphic scenes. Thank you to Noelle W. Ihli, NetGalley, Xpresso Book Tours and Dynamite Books for this ARC. It is available on October 11, 2024.

Based on the true events of the Mountain Meadow Massacre in 1857. This is a gripping, emotional and shocking novel told from the point of view of 3 women and a child. It was suspenseful and heartbreaking. It was very well researched and will definitely stick with me.

What a raw, heavy and emotional book describing a tragedy that many have not heard of. It is not what I was expecting and hard to read some of the details but glad I did.

Thanks to NetGalley for this ARC in exchange for an honest review. I'm always very happy about an ARC and being able to give it a review! <3

This story is different from her previous books that she has written. - this is about true events, historical fiction. If you like this and character driven stories, you will like this one.

Personally, I'm not a fan of historical fiction, but I found this story really exciting and cruel at the same time.

It's progressing rather slowly, so it's more of a slow burn. But with very strong female characters!

Well written, as always.
But I have to say, I'll stick with her regular thrillers. I'm not that historical fiction girl.

A must read! As soon as I saw the authors name I had to request it since I loved Ask for Andrea by the same author.

I loved that this book followed a similar point of you where it changed between the same 3 women. I feel like that was an important part of the storyline of this book to see what each character was going through and to get the full story of the event.

This book is definitely a thriller but it gives so much more with the historical event that it is tightly based off of. I had never heard of the Mountain Meadow Massacre and after reading this it made me want to learn so much more on this event.

You can tell that the author spend so much time and effort into making sure to portray the characters closely to people in the real massacre. It also was a very meaningful way to pay respects to the lives lost by adding their names at the end of this book.

Definitely recommend this book to anyone who loves learning about historical events and thrillers!

I've tried reading three other books by this author, I was not impressed by any of them. However, I saw this one come up and decided it sounded different than her usual style so I decided to apply for the ARC. I went into the book with a clear mind. It didn't last long. Right off the bat she's using phrases like "sugar and everything nice" there's no way that phrase was around in 1857. I just don't believe it.

Aside from that, I only got to chapter 4 and I quickly realized that it isn't just her books I don't like, it's the writing style. You can change plots, characters, etc but you can't change the way an author writes.

I know so many people who love her & I'm so happy they do! That's the best part of reading, finding new things you like and figuring out what you don't like in a book.

I really did try to continue and I feel terrible I didn't even make it halfway. But I am a firm DNF believer if I'm not enjoying a book.

Thank you for this arc.

None Left to Tell by Noelle West Ihli is not quite like her other works of art. This book will tug at your heart and make you question humanity as events unfold. I had to stop a few times throughout the story to process what I had just read.

Three women, Sally, Lucy, and Katrina, are connected by one of the most brutal mass slayings in US history. Noelle does a fantastic job at showcasing the strength, fear, and resilience of all three women. She holds true to what happened and what was later revealed to the public.

This book was hard to read, but everyone should know what really happened during the largest masacre in the United States.