Hawk Owen has always marveled at the natural beauty of his home in northern Minnesota. He longed to explore the countryside and live off the land, just as his Uncle Robert taught him as a boy. That same curiosity is what gave Hawk the courage he needed to walk away from his pa’s farm on that fateful day in August 1861.

According to the townspeople, Indians had not been a problem around Otter Tail County in twenty years. When tragedy struck the Owen family, it was up to Hawk’s brother Jake to make things right. Jake found himself alone to seek his revenge and follow the path of his brother—but what he encountered on his journey was enough to change him forever.

Follow the Owen brothers as they embark on an adventure at a time in history where courage and honor were key to survival. Hawk’s Valley is a story that will take you beyond the history books to experience first hand the events leading to the Indian battles at Fort Ridgely, Redwood Ferry, and Birch Coulee. You’ll find yourself walking alongside some of the most legendary names in Minnesota’s history. Along wit Hawk and Jake, you’ll meet and interact with historical figures like Alexander Ramsey, Henry Sibley, and Joseph Rolette, as well as Indian legends Little Crow and John Other Day.

About the author

Hawk’s Valley: A Good Place To Die is the first in a series of historical fiction novels by Arvid L. Williams. His distinct writing style and touch of humor brings the characters to life, while uniquely blending fiction with historical fact. Williams was born and raised in northern Minnesota, where his appreciation for the natural history and geography of the state prompted his research and inspired the story of Hawk. When he’s not writing, Williams can usually be found partaking in Rendezvous events around Minnesota.