Weyman JonesA son of Oklahoma, Weyman Jones studied the Cherokee for his honors thesis at Harvard. He later used

this research to create two award-winning historical novels for children. He served as an enlisted man

and a junior officer in the navy and ejoyed an active career as a corporate communications executive.

In retirement, he writes mystery-thrillers. His fifth returns to the tragic history of the Cherokee for its

background theme. He lives with his wife in Santa Barbara, California. Read More Read Less