I wasn't sure what to expect with this. I've had it preordered on my kindle since it was announced because Noelle is an auto buy author for me but when I got the ARC and realized its more of a historical fiction than anything I got a little worried. It was completely unwarranted.

I've now realized I'll read Noelle's grocery list and I'll eat up every motherfluffing minute of it. Any genre she chooses to write in, I will read them all. Noelle has such a way of humanizing these characters, and while I didn't know a lot of the history of this situation in the book before I picked it up, I now do,. The care and heart in which Noelle tells these stories is an unmatched skill and I'm so grateful I get to profit by reading her books.

None Left to Tell was a riveting story, filled with human characters and edge-of-your-seat nail-biting moments. My biggest complaint is that its over, and I'll have to wait for Noelle to write something else and feed my addiction.

This was a gripping historical fiction novel. The writing pulls you in and makes it hard to put the book down. The actual story is heartbreaking and not well known. Noelle West Ihli did this historical event justice.

Thank you to NetGalley and Dynamite Books for this ARC.

4.25⭐️

Gore score 4/5

I’ll start off with an advisory, this book is very different to the authors popular psychological thrillers. This one is historical set in the ‘Wild West era’ of the 1850’s and is inspired by a true event.
I enjoy some historical fiction, as this author has become a new favourite I was happy to slide into the genre with her.

It’s a slow burn very character driven book which is centred around three very different women. It took me a while to settle into it and to become fully invested in the families, but when I did it had me hooked! It’s a desperately sad read, harrowing at times, parts of it are difficult to read and theres quite a lot of gritty description of what happened. I feel it really needed that input so not to gloss over the horrific nature of the event. It’s more poignant because it’s based on a real event. I love that the author listed all the names of those in the wagon train in their memory.

I know a lot of people see a favourite author and buy blind, that can lead to disappointment when you don’t get the style of book that you were anticipating. In this case I would advocate reading the blurb to see if you are happy to give the different style a try. I am glad that I did.

I immediately jumped at the chance to read an early copy of None Left to Tell by Noelle W. Ihli. However, this is not your typical thriller and reads more like historical fiction. That being said, this is a beautifully written, yet heart breaking story that weaves in the history of the Mountain Meadows Massacre. This one was hard to get through at times, but that was because of the situations the characters were going through. (Please pay attention to the content advisory!) It was so worth the read, but do yourself a favor and keep a box of tissues handy.
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC.

I really, really was excited to read this book. Love all her other books, and loved that it was based on true crime. Sadly, I am having to stop at about 15%
I cannot get into the book at all.

Noelle W. Ihli’s None Left to Tell is a gripping account of the Mountain Meadows Massacre, a tragic event in American history that I was surprised to learn about for the first time through this book. Although it was marketed as a thriller, I believe this was a misstep, as the novel reads more like historical fiction due to its strong foundation in true events.

The book recounts the horrifying attack by a group of Mormons and Native Americans on a wagon train of “gentiles” traveling through Utah, resulting in one of the deadliest mass killings in U.S. history. Men, women, and even children fell victim in this dark chapter of the past. While the history and subject matter are captivating, I felt the pacing was uneven at times. Some sections dragged, and I think more dialogue could have added depth and kept the narrative moving.

Though I appreciated the historical detail and the author’s commitment to retelling such a significant event, the slower parts and the misleading thriller label impacted my overall experience. Therefore, I’ve settled on a 3-star rating.

As I have been attempting to write this review for days, I have come to the simple conclusion that no words I write will do this book justice. This has to be one of the most gut-wrenching books I have ever read. Being inspired by true events made it that much harder to keep going at times due to the utter brutality that occurred. For recreating such a diabolical, horrendously tragic event, this was done as respectfully as possible and still managed to hold onto a little bit of hope for certain characters. Every story this author creates tops the next, and her talent for writing exceeds expectations every time. If there is any author to watch out for, it is Noelle W. Ihli. She is the only author who has two books that have now made it into my top ten reads of the year. Five perfect stars.

Thank you, Netgalley and Dynamite Books, for this ARC.

Thank you to NetGalley and Dynamite books for the ebook ARC to Noelle W. Ihli’s newest book! Always so appreciative to receive early to read and review!

This book is so much more than a thriller. It can reach so many other readers, especially who love historical fiction books. This follows 3 women who were connected due to a tragic mass slaying in US history.

I wasn’t aware of this happening and it really opened my eyes and made me eager to learn more. Ihli’s dedication to the men and women lost in this tragic story, and those that lived through it is evident throughout the book.

Although it took me a bit of time to figure out all the characters and get involved in the story, once I did, I was hooked. This is a story that will stick with me now that I’ve finished it.

Reading about the three female characters and what they went through during this time was so captivating. They were all very different. They had different beliefs, different ways of living, and had different paths they were on in order to get to this place. I think Ihli did an amazing job at giving us the back story to each character and the raw feelings and emotions that occurred during the massacre.

The amount of emotions I went through reading this book were overwhelming. It was heart wrenching to read what these families went through and for what purpose..

If you are a fan of historical fiction and can stomach some descriptive brutality, I think you’d really love this story. The raw emotion and heart in this book was overwhelming. I think Ihli did an amazing job and did the families justice. It definitely opened up my eyes as to what happened all those years ago.

5 ⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Thank you NetGally and Noelle for the opportunity to read this book in advance!

Wow what an amazingly beautiful heartbreaking book. I had no idea these events even happened and I’ve done so much research since. It reminds me of The Four Winds with a mix of the Nightingale by Kristin Hannah.

This is a powerful historical fiction about a little-known (at least to me) mass-murder in Utah. Mountain Meadows Massacre of 1857 was a series of attacks during the Utah War resulting in the mass murder of at least 120 members of the Baker–Fancher emigrant wagon train.

While this is a historical fiction, there are still very difficult topics that are discussed. Religion, racism, death of animals and children...it's all difficult to read about. That said, it's important that it was included because sometimes, the truth is difficult.

Noelle West Ihli is a very talented writer who is able to take this story and make it into a readable format, providing various POVs, and reaching into the heart of the horror.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publishers for the opportunity to read and review this books.

I have never read a Noelle W. Ihli book that I didn't love. I have consumed all of them in a record pace. This one was no different.

I have truly NEVER heard of this horrific event in history. The story was based on the Mountain Meadows Massacre, which was centered around the LDS church slaughtering a group of emigrants who were trying to get to California. The story is told through the viewpoint of 3 women- a woman in the caravan trying to get to California, a member of the LDS church, and a Native American woman. The stories are intertwined and beautifully told.

I love this book. I hope everyone reads it and then does their research on this event, like I did. The author's note at the end describes her ties with the LDS church, which is also an important read to me.

I went into this book blind, not knowing what it was about. While it's not her traditional writing genre, this book is written beautifully and the story is told with true emotion. Another great work by a great author!

I enjoyed the book. It didn’t take me long to get through and I enjoyed the storyline. I always love Noelle Ihli’s books. I would recommend this book.

Although thos book is extremely well written and you can tell a lot of research went into it, historical fiction is not one of my genere picks, although this book has thrilling aspects. If historical fiction is your genre choice I think you'll really love this book!

Poignant and heartbreaking this novel is based on events in history that have seem to be hidden by the LDS church. Classified as a thriller but is more identified as a historical fiction.

About fourteen families made the long journey from Arkansas to California except there journey ended in Utah with only seventeen children surviving. This long wagon trail was heading west under the direction of Captain Alexander Fancher. The passage had them crossing through Mormon Territory in Utah. In the meadows the wagons were ambushed. It became a bloodbath of horrific acts of violence. For years the blame laid upon the Native Indians. In 1857 this spot is marked and known as the Mountain Meadows Murder and Noelle Ihli is here to set the record straight about what took place on that dreadful day in a historical fiction based on real life events. Her newest release titled None Left to Tell is about the lives of three women who at one point become entangled in the event that took place.
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The journey out west is a dangerous one that has been going on for years. It’s difficult on the animals and the people. Food and water is scarce along the trail and traveling with little space in the wagons compounds the danger. Worse that that is traveling through areas that are inhibited by religious groups and Native communities. Years prior Mormon’s were forced out of Illinois, New York, and Missouri. Having gentiles crossing onto their land caused quite the stir.
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At first I admit I had trouble separating all three women in my mind. There individual stories tended to blend together in my mind. I’m not very good at visualizing a character driven story. It took a few chapters to compartmentalize my mind. Once I did I grasped the basics.
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Noelle Ihli describes in great detail a raid of war on the gentiles traveling on Mormon land and how it began. The truth of this raid was forever lost and hidden until Noelle researched and wrote this book to bring awareness about that day in 1857.
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Noelle put a great amount of effort to bring this topic to life. History was never my favorite subject in school. I admit this is the type of history that needs to be taught. The way these families were treated was beyond wrong and it breaks my heart that all they wanted was a fresh start in a new location like many others before them. The writing as always is superior.
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There’s a lot to unpack in this story. My mind won’t quiet itself. Now that Noelle Ihli informed me I can’t stop my thoughts. My head is a raceway for thoughts. Especially since she visited the site. The pictures made it all more real. Knowing age was a factor brought tears to my eyes and the significance of the ring. So disrespectful. The lies. I can’t stop thinking how I just visited Cedar City last year. Brings new light to that area.

Oh.My.Lord. this was so, so, so good! I honestly think it's Ihli's best work yet! And this cover...I was honestly hooked from the cover. The suspense and thrill were top notch. Once I started, I couldn't stop. This is one of those sit up late into the night reads!

None left to tell by Noelle W. Ihli
Well I went into this one completely blind and was in for a surprise. A historical surprise. Very different than most of Ihli’s past books but a good read nonetheless. This is the story of the Mountain meadow massacre set back in the time of wagon trains to California, Indians and Mormons and anti Mormons. It follows 3 different women all on different ends and each their own story during these hard times. At moments it was very hard to read, especially what happened in that mountain meadow to not just innocent men but women and children too. This story will sadden and sicken you but it is part of our history and I’m glad Ihli brought it to light.

This is the story of three women who are each connected in some way by the very real Mountain Meadows Massacre. Katrina Huff is a devoted mother and wife who is traveling West with her family. Their party faces extreme difficulties along the way but none of those things compare to the horrors facing them when they reach the meadow. Lucy Robinson left her life behind when an anti-Mormon mob came after her and her family. She now has a simpler life, or so she thought. When tragedy strikes her family, Lucy battles with the truth about who might be to blame. Sally (Kahpeputz) has been “gifted” as the fourth wife to Chief Kanosh. As an outcast in her new home, Sally tries her best to make a bearable life for herself and eventually finds comfort in a new friend. When Chief Kanosh joins a revenge plot on those traveling West, Sally must decide where her loyalties lie.

This story is very special and touching while also being very sad. I am shocked and troubled that I hadn’t heard of the Mountain Meadows Massacre before now. What a tragic part of our country’s history that is not recognized in the way that it should be to honor those who lost their lives as well as their surviving family members. I found each of the characters very compelling and loved learning about each of them through their points of view. I just adore Noelle Ihli and her writing. I can’t wait to see what she comes up with next :)

Thank you to Dynamite Books and NetGalley for an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Not my typical read. But so glad I took a chance on it!
I loved this book. I couldn’t put it down. The story was told incredibly well. Add this to your TBR, and put it at the top for next read!