“The gritty star of Belle Jane’s reimagined life bristles with the harshness of survival—as a horse thief, as a woman. It’s a story recounted in a poet’s lyrical language, in a galloping rush like horse’s hooves.” —DEE HOBSPAWN SMITH, Danceland Diary

“Across grasslands and hills, gulches and creek bottoms, Appleton’s soul-filled landscapes cloak the grit of a dark and daring plot.” —ANNE LAZURKO, What is Written on the Tongue

“Natalie Appleton demonstrates her ample talent as a writer as well as her scrupulousness as a researcher…an exciting new talent on the Western Canadian writing scene.” —SHARON BUTALA, Leaving Wisdom

"A lively, intricate, and passionate portrait of an unknown historical figure and her wild times--and such a good read!" —ALIX HAWLEY, My Name is a Knife