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.

3.5/4 stars
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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.

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.

A powerful novel ! The story shows how one man can convince gullible people into killing in the name of a god. Utterly distressing, disturbing and inhuman, these events really happened and were not acknowledged for many years. Thanks to a few children who survived the massacre and others who admitted to the crime, we know what happened... The plot is convincing, concentrating around four women who were present either as victims, a Mormon mother or a Native American girl. I found it particularly interesting to read this story through their very different lives and cultures. A story to be told, to acknowledge all the victims with names. I will not forget.
I received a digital copy of this novel from NetGalley and I have voluntarily written an honest review.

“Based on True Events None Left to Tell is the story of the Mountain Meadow Massacre” This book was very well written, written from three women’s POV. I went in blind to this book, due to Noelle is an automatic read for me. It’s more of a historical fiction than the thriller. I had never heard of this tragedy and did read Wikipedia after reading the book. The author does a wonderful job of immersing the reader into this landscape. The soundtrack attached created an even more compelling read. If you love a historical fiction thriller, give it a try. It really gave me a range of emotions, yes I cried. It’s unimaginable to think the basis of this story actually happened. Thank you to NetGalley, Dynamite Books and Noelle W Ihli for the opportunity to read this arc for an honest review

This book was amazing. Everything I have read by this author surpasses expectations. Definitely recommend to anyone wanting a new thriller/historical fiction book.

I went into this book completely blind. I knew with Noelle Ihli as the author it was going to be a book I wanted to read regardless!

I would not classify this one as a thriller but rather a historical fiction. Strongly based on true events, Noelle really did her research for this one. Such heartbreak and tragedy truly had me in tears. Baffled at how I had never heard of such a huge historical event in the very country I reside. Each character story was presented in a way that made me feel like I knew them and was hearing the story first hand. Beautifully adapted into a fictional novel.

The beginning was a bit difficult for me to follow. I had a hard time distinguishing the three different groups of people that the story was about. It wasn't until about 30 or so percent into the book that I felt like I knew what was going on. I did have to stop and research the true story so I could follow on a little easier.

Overall, emotional and captivating read!

Thanks to NetGalley, Noelle Ihli, and Xpresso Book Tours for this ARC and chance to give my honest opinion.

"None Left to Tell" is a harrowing tale that is not for the faint-hearted. By the end, I was left in tears and feeling unsettled. It definitely took me a little bit to get into the book. Departing from Ihlis's usual thriller style, this novel delves into the tragic true events of a massacre that claimed the lives of men, women, and children in the 1800s—an episode I was previously unaware of.
The first half of the book presents the perspectives of three women from diverse backgrounds. Katrina travels west with her husband and children on a wagon train, while Lucy, a Mormon wife, grapples with the constant displacement forced upon her family due to their beliefs. Meanwhile, Kahpeputz (Sally), a Bannock Indian who was kidnapped as a child, faces her own tumultuous journey after being passed among families and becoming the fourth wife of Chief Kanosh.
In the second part, the focus shifts to Lucy, Sally, and a young girl named Emma Wllis. If you’re a fan of historical fiction, this powerful narrative is a must-add to your TBR list!

Thank you Dynamite Books and Noelle ihli for providing this book for review consideration via NetGalley. All opinions are my own.

None Left to Tell by Noelle W. Ihli is a book that will stay with me forever. In my book reviews, you won't see me saying 'this book had me gasping/yelling/laughing out loud', 'this book had me in tears', etc. I absolutely love reading books but they just don't have that effect on me. Well, THIS ONE DID! I actually got tearful a few times throughout this book! While reading, you will be able to imagine the characters, their pain/happiness and their surroundings. The book is very emotional, thought provoking and educational. The reader will become fully invested in the story. This is an excellent book.

After the story, the author included an afterword. She tells you how the book affected her, the amount of work that was put into it, a bit about the true stories behind the book, and so much more. It is very touching!

Thank you NetGalley and Crooked Lane Books for sending this book for review consideration. All opinions are my own.