I've Finished The Last of the Mohicans

Boy, what a book. You've gotta wade through a novel like that; it's not always easy going, although I found myself riveted at times.

Check it out, at Amazon, The Last of the Mohicans.

I hadn't realized it beforehand, but the 1992 film version of the book alters the story considerably. Reading around online, some commentary indicates the alterations improve the story, making the tale more into a romance thriller of sorts.

Either way, it's worth a look, in paperback or on DVD.