Every story has two sides that compete for the sympathies of those most affected. Sally Thompson seeks to bring history to the readers as she details the history of Jesuit priests who shared their faith to the Bitterroot Salish tribes. Historical details paint what happens when two diverse belief values end up working against each other's interests. One side is always the loser and the Salish suffer the same fate as many of their native brethren. This is a wonderfully written saga of the period. Thompson has done a skillful job of detailing the actions and consequences of each decision from both sides. If you love history, this is a must read.