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The Backup Bride Proposal (A Boots and Bouquets Novel #4)
by Jaci BurtonThe next installment in the bestselling Boots and Bouquets series from New York Times bestselling author Jaci BurtonBellini Weddings has agreed to allow a production company to film a movie at Red Moss Vineyards. It will be great PR for both the vineyard and the wine and wedding businesses. Mae Wallace, who works for the Bellini family, is thrilled with the possibility of new business. What she isn&’t thrilled with is actor Kane August, who she finds crashing one of the weddings. He tells her it&’s research for the movie, but she finds him overconfident and annoying.Kane August is rarely surprised by anything—until he meets Mae Wallace. She&’s sharp, just a bit on the snarky side, and the most refreshing woman he&’s had the pleasure of meeting. She constantly challenges him, and he can&’t remember having this much fun on a movie set. He takes every opportunity to spend time with her, peeling back layers until he gets to the heart of who this amazing person really is. And, unexpectedly, he realizes that he&’s letting her in, too, something he hasn&’t done with anyone before. However, they live very different lives and he&’ll need to be careful around Mae, because she&’s someone he could see a future with. But can she see the same thing?When Kane takes her to his family&’s ranch in Texas, Mae discovers a whole new side to him, learning about the heart and soul of a kind and gentle man. And as they grow closer, her guard goes up. Once burned, she has no intention of falling in love ever again, despite this very hot and sexy guy who&’s trying his best to turn her world upside down and work his way through the steely wall she&’s built. Kane is determined to show her he&’s the one man she can trust with her heart. If only Mae will allow herself to fall.
The Broken Truth: A Thriller (Tucker Snow Thrillers)
by Reavis Wortham"Part Western, part mystery, all action." —Kirkus ReviewsThe endless Texas landscape hides all manner of sins…Special Agent Tucker Snow knows there's big money roaming the fields under the wide Texas sky—and the cattle rustlers committing large-scale thefts on remote ranches know it, too. But when a prominent local rancher dies unexpectedly and his property is quietly sold to an unknown buyer, Tucker suspects there's something more sinister going on in his jurisdiction than the usual steal-and-resell racket. Still raw after the tragic death of his wife and young daughter, the lawman can't bear the thought of more innocent lives destroyed by people whose greed poisons everything around them. Working alongside his brother, Harley, Tucker uncovers a dark ring of organized crime that goes well beyond cattle rustling—a breed of deception and greed that has turned into a silent killer and will take down anyone who crosses its path. The question is whether Tuck and Harley will be able to shut it down before it finds the people they love the most…
The Bullet Swallower
by Elizabeth Gonzalez JamesA dazzling magical realism western in the vein of Cormac McCarthy meets Gabriel García Márquez, The Bullet Swallower follows a Mexican bandido as he sets off for Texas to save his family, only to encounter a mysterious figure who has come, finally, to collect a cosmic debt generations in the making.In 1895, Antonio Sonoro is the latest in a long line of ruthless men. He's good with his gun and is drawn to trouble but he's also out of money and out of options. A drought has ravaged the town of Dorado, Mexico, where he lives with his wife and children, and so when he hears about a train laden with gold and other treasures, he sets off for Houston to rob it-with his younger brother Hugo in tow. But when the heist goes awry and Hugo is killed by the Texas Rangers, Antonio finds himself launched into a quest for revenge that endangers not only his life and his family, but his eternal soul.In 1964, Jaime Sonoro is Mexico's most renowned actor and singer. But his comfortable life is disrupted when he discovers a book that purports to tell the entire history of his family beginning with Cain and Abel. In its ancient pages, Jaime learns about the multitude of horrific crimes committed by his ancestors. And when the same mysterious figure from Antonio's timeline shows up in Mexico City, Jaime realizes that he may be the one who has to pay for his ancestors' crimes, unless he can discover the true story of his grandfather Antonio, the legendary bandido El Tragabalas, The Bullet Swallower.A family saga that's epic in scope and magical in its blood, and based loosely on the author's own great-grandfather, The Bullet Swallower tackles border politics, intergenerational trauma, and the legacies of racism and colonialism in a lush setting and stunning prose that asks who pays for the sins of our ancestors, and whether it is possible to be better than our forebears.
The Bullet Swallower
by Elizabeth Gonzalez JamesA dazzling magical realism western in the vein of Cormac McCarthy meets Gabriel García Márquez, The Bullet Swallower follows a Mexican bandido as he sets off for Texas to save his family, only to encounter a mysterious figure who has come, finally, to collect a cosmic debt generations in the making.In 1895, Antonio Sonoro is the latest in a long line of ruthless men. He's good with his gun and is drawn to trouble but he's also out of money and out of options. A drought has ravaged the town of Dorado, Mexico, where he lives with his wife and children, and so when he hears about a train laden with gold and other treasures, he sets off for Houston to rob it-with his younger brother Hugo in tow. But when the heist goes awry and Hugo is killed by the Texas Rangers, Antonio finds himself launched into a quest for revenge that endangers not only his life and his family, but his eternal soul.In 1964, Jaime Sonoro is Mexico's most renowned actor and singer. But his comfortable life is disrupted when he discovers a book that purports to tell the entire history of his family beginning with Cain and Abel. In its ancient pages, Jaime learns about the multitude of horrific crimes committed by his ancestors. And when the same mysterious figure from Antonio's timeline shows up in Mexico City, Jaime realizes that he may be the one who has to pay for his ancestors' crimes, unless he can discover the true story of his grandfather Antonio, the legendary bandido El Tragabalas, The Bullet Swallower.A family saga that's epic in scope and magical in its blood, and based loosely on the author's own great-grandfather, The Bullet Swallower tackles border politics, intergenerational trauma, and the legacies of racism and colonialism in a lush setting and stunning prose that asks who pays for the sins of our ancestors, and whether it is possible to be better than our forebears.
The Call of the Canyon
by Zane GreyFrom one of the greatest writers of Western fiction. It’s the early 1920s, and Carley Burch loves New York City life. Carley Burch also loves Glenn Kilbourn. Will Carley travel all the way from New York City to the wilds of Arizona to bring Glenn, her fiancé, back to civilization? Recovered from injuries he received during World War I, Glenn found a home in Oak Creek Canyon. Can he convince Carley to make Arizona her new home? Zane Grey is well known for his rough-and-tumble westerns, soaring descriptions, and love of the outdoors. He includes all of that in this tale of Carley’s journey to what is truly important to her—whether it’s life as a New York socialite or Glenn’s wife and partner. This fine new edition of the Zane Grey classic includes an original foreword by multiple award-winning writer Jeffrey J. Mariotte.
The Cowboy's Christmas Treasures: An Uplifting Inspirational Romance (Wyoming Legacies #4)
by Jill Kemerer"If you are looking for a good cowboy/rancher romance, look no further than the books of Jill Kemerer." --Amazon reviewerMaking peace with his past to be a part of their futureAfter his father&’s heart attack, ranch hand Dean McCaffrey has no choice but to temporarily take over the family business—while hiding a shameful secret. But he doesn&’t expect to fall for pretty widow Brooke Dewitt and her twin toddlers while remodeling their house. Brooke is counting on Dean to make her home wheelchair-accessible by Christmas. And soon she&’s dreaming of a life with the handsome cowboy. But with both their futures uncertain, can they overcome their fears…and place their trust in love?From Love Inspired: Uplifting stories of faith, forgiveness and hope.Wyoming LegaciesBook 1: The Cowboy's Christmas CompromiseBook 2: United by the TwinsBook 3: The Cowboy's Christmas TreasuresBook 4: The Cowboy's Easter Surprise
The Cowboy's Forgotten Love: An Uplifting Inspirational Romance (Lazy M Ranch #4)
by Tina RadcliffeHe finally found the love of his life Now if only he could remember… After an accident, rodeo rider Lucas Morgan is shocked to discover his memories of the last six months are gone. He remembers his best friend, Harper Reilly, but recent events are a blur—like the fact he&’s opening a rodeo school with her…and who he bought an engagement ring for. With Luc under strict orders to rest and not stress, Harper can&’t tell him about the kiss they shared or the feelings that blossomed—and with big career decisions to make, she fears they&’ve missed their chance. Is it too late to fall in love all over again?From Love Inspired: Uplifting stories of faith, forgiveness and hope.Lazy M Ranch Book 1: The Baby InheritanceBook 2: The Cowboy BargainBook 3: The Cowboy's Secret PastBook 4: The Cowboy's Forgotten Love
The Cowboy's Inheritance: An Uplifting Inspirational Romance (Four Sisters Ranch #2)
by Julia RuthWhen the big shot from the city Meets the farm girl next door… Real estate mogul Jack Hart&’s one goal is to earn his father&’s approval. Selling his late grandfather&’s farm could earn him respect, and a huge promotion. But he isn&’t prepared for the fond memories Rosewood Valley still holds—or seeing Rachel Spencer again. The pretty girl next door has her heart set on his ranch but needs more time to purchase it. Now they&’re working together on renovations, even as they start dreaming of a life together. But for Jack, falling for this country girl means giving up his city life—and disappointing the only family he has left…From Love Inspired: Uplifting stories of faith, forgiveness and hope.Four Sisters Ranch Book 1: A Cowgirl's HomecomingBook 2: The Cowboy's Inheritance
The Cowboy's Marriage Bargain: An Uplifting Inspirational Romance
by Deborah ClackA cowboy with a struggling ranch …and she has the perfect solution To pull his ranch out of a downward spiral, widowed cowboy Chase Cross will do anything—even if it means making a deal with the woman he can&’t stand. Because Lexi Gardner&’s about to inherit a fortune…if she marries in thirty days. A marriage of convenience is the answer to both their problems. But when their bargain begins to feel real, will they put aside their differences for a future together?From Love Inspired: Uplifting stories of faith, forgiveness and hope.
The Cowboy's Return: An Uplifting Inspirational Romance (Shepherd's Creek #4)
by Danica FavoriteTo give their daughter a home… can they move on from their past? Leaving his troubled past behind, Luke Christianson returns to his hometown to care for his grandmother—and discovers he&’s a father. Now he&’s determined to make amends and do right by his family, but Maddie Anter—the mother of his child—is on her own road to redemption. As Luke gets to know his daughter, he and Maddie grow closer. Could old feelings reignite, or will a family conflict stand in their way? From Love Inspired: Uplifting stories of faith, forgiveness and hope.Shepherd's Creek Book 1: Journey to ForgivenessBook 2: The Bronc Rider's TwinsBook 3: A Cowboy for the SummerBook 4: The Cowboy's Return
The Cowboy's Road Trip (Men of the West #54)
by Stella BagwellHis road to love may be the trip of a lifetime. Riding shotgun with a chatty blonde ten years his junior isn&’t cowboy Kipp Starr&’s first choice. Despite his attraction to pretty Beatrice Hollister, serious-minded Kipp feels they have little in common. But to show his gratitude for the Hollister family&’s Christmas hospitality, he agrees to accompany Beatrice on the drive to his home state of Idaho. Beatrice doesn&’t know if she&’s more excited about meeting her estranged grandmother—or driving Kipp home to his ranch. Secretly, she&’s wildly attracted to him, but a long-distance relationship is hard to navigate. When they&’re stranded by the wintry weather, their attraction becomes hotter than July. And Kipp finds himself wondering whether to pump the brakes—or trust in love for the long haul. From Harlequin Special Edition: Believe in love. Overcome obstacles. Find happiness.Men of the West Book 1: SHOULD HAVE BEEN HER CHILDBook 2: HIS DEFENDERBook 3: A Baby on the RanchBook 4: Redwing's LadyBook 5: From Here to TexasBook 6: Taming a Dark HorseBook 7: A South Texas ChristmasBook 8: The Rancher's RequestBook 9: The Best Catch in TexasBook 10: Having the Cowboy's BabyBook 11: Her Texas LawmanBook 12: Hitched to the HorsemanBook 13: The Christmas She Always WantedBook 14: Cowboy to the RescueBook 15: Lone Star DaddyBook 16: Branded with his BabyBook 17: The Deputy's Lost and FoundBook 18: His Texas WildflowerBook 19: Daddy's Double DutyBook 20: His Medicine WomanBook 21: Christmas with the Mustang ManBook 22: His Texas BabyBook 23: The Doctor's CallingBook 24: A Daddy for DillonBook 25: The Deputy Gets Her ManBook 26: The Baby TruthBook 27: Wearing the Rancher's RingBook 28: The Lawman's NoelleBook 29: One Tall, Dusty CowboyBook 30: Daddy Wore SpursBook 31: Christmas on the Silver Horn RanchBook 32: Her Rugged RancherBook 33: His Badge, Her Baby...Their Family?Book 34: The Cowboy's Christmas LullabyBook 35: Her Kind of DoctorBook 36: The Arizona LawmanBook 37: Her Man on Three Rivers RanchBook 38: A Ranger for ChristmasBook 39: His Texas RunawayBook 40: Home to Blue Stallion RanchBook 41: The Rancher's Best GiftBook 42: The Texan Tries AgainBook 43: Her Man Behind the BadgeBook 44: His Forever Texas RoseBook 45: The Baby That Binds ThemBook 46: Sleigh Ride with the RancherBook 47: The Wrangler Rides AgainBook 48: The Other Hollister ManBook 49: For the Rancher's BabyBook 50: Rancher to the RescueBook 51: The Rancher's Christmas StarBook 52: The Cowboy's Road Trip
The Cowboy's Rodeo Redemption (Destiny Springs, Wyoming)
by Susan BreedenHis cowgirl crush is back…But will she stay? Between reviving his ranch in Destiny Springs, Wyoming, and raising his twin girls, Nash Buchanan&’s life seems full to bursting. But there&’s something missing. Jess McCoy, his former barrel-racing student—and unrequited crush—walked away without a word ten years ago. Now she&’s back, a widowed mom who will face any challenge—including her own wounded heart—to convince Nash to coach her young daughter. But Nash is done with rodeo. Can they come to an agreement that will heal the rift between them…and give their love a second chance?Destiny Springs, WyomingFrom Harlequin Heartwarming: Wholesome stories of love, compassion and belonging.Destiny Springs, WyomingBook 1: The Bull Rider's Secret SonBook 2: Her Kind of CowboyBook 3: The Cowboy's Rodeo RedemptionBook 4: And Cowboy Makes Three
The Cowboy's Second Chance: A Clean and Uplifting Romance (The Fortunes of Prospect #3)
by Cheryl HarperCould country life…Be the perfect medicine? ER doctor Keena Murphy needs a break! And small-town Prospect is just the spot to recuperate. Ruggedly handsome cowboy-next-door Travis Armstrong is committed to giving foster boys a second chance. But will Keena give him a second chance when he lets the social worker believe she&’s his girlfriend? And can Travis show the city girl that his feelings are as true and as vast as the starlit Colorado sky? USA TODAY BESTSELLING AUTHORFrom Harlequin Heartwarming: Wholesome stories of love, compassion and belonging.The Fortunes of ProspectBook 1: The Cowboy Next DoorBook 2: Her Cowboy's PromiseBook 3: The Cowboy's Second ChanceBook 4: The Right Cowboy
The Cowboy's Secret Past: An Uplifting Inspirational Romance (Lazy M Ranch #3)
by Tina RadcliffeHe&’s not the same man he was But maybe now he&’s ready to be a father Since leaving his wild rodeo days behind, rancher Trevor Morgan has sobered up and built a faith-filled life. So he&’s shocked when the woman caring for his grandfather intrudes on that solitude. Nurse Hope Burke has hidden motives for coming to the Lazy M Ranch—she believes Trevor is the father of her orphaned nephew. Can a loving aunt and a wary cowboy change a little boy&’s life forever? From Love Inspired: Uplifting stories of faith, forgiveness and hope.Lazy M Ranch Book 1: The Baby InheritanceBook 2: The Cowboy BargainBook 3: The Cowboy's Secret Past
The Cowgirl Nanny: A Clean and Uplifting Romance (The Montana Carters #3)
by Jen GilroyHe needs a nanny… But what about love? With two kids and a ranch to run, Bryce Carter needs a nanny for the summer. And professional barrel racer Carrie Rizzo might be perfect, at least until she returns to the rodeo in the fall. But while Carrie&’s incredible with his kids, Bryce isn&’t ready to open his family—let alone his heart—to anyone…even if she might be the perfect cowgirl for him. From Harlequin Heartwarming: Wholesome stories of love, compassion and belonging.The Montana CartersBook 1: Montana ReunionBook 2: A Family for the Rodeo CowboyBook 3: The Cowgirl NannyBook 4: A Rancher's Return
The Cowgirl's Homecoming: A Clean and Uplifting Romance (The Cowgirls of Larkspur Valley #3)
by Jeannie WattCould the cowboy next door… Be what her heart truly wants? When Whitney Fox returns home after being downsized, she accidently offends rancher Tanner Hayes—her dad&’s neighbor. To make amends, she agrees to help him rehabilitate his ranch and reputation, and soon finds there&’s more to the crusty cowboy than she&’d thought. But when another corporate opportunity comes along, she has a decision to make: follow her head, or follow her heart and stay with Tanner?From Harlequin Heartwarming: Wholesome stories of love, compassion and belonging.The Cowgirls of Larkspur ValleyBook 1: Home with the Rodeo DadBook 2: A Sweet Montana ChristmasBook 3: The Cowgirl's Homecoming
The Dairy Queen's Second Chance: A Clean and Uplifting Romance (A Crystal Hill Romance #1)
by Laurie BatzelIn this contest…Second time&’s the charm?Dairy farmer BeeBee Long wants to make the world&’s best mozzarella, which means adding a water buffalo to her operation. Orlando the Bull costs more than she can afford, so she swaps her muddy boots for high heels…and enters a beauty pageant for the prize money! There&’s just one problem—contestants must create a winning recipe and she can&’t cook. Traveling chef Bill Danzig offers to train his former teenage crush, and soon they&’re baking up a sweet second chance. But will BeeBee&’s first love leave her behind again or crown her queen of his heart?From Harlequin Heartwarming: Wholesome stories of love, compassion and belonging.A Crystal Hill RomanceBook 1: The Dairy Queen's Second Chance
The Devil Raises His Own
by Scott PhillipsFrom the master of Western noir comes a provocatively entertaining crime saga set in the early days of the film industry.This dark historical adventure captures the beginnings of the Hollywood studio system and the &“blue movie&” industry that grows up alongside it.Los Angeles, 1916: Photographer Bill Ogden has opened a portrait studio in the seedy noir world of early Hollywood, where he is joined by his granddaughter, Flavia—a woman in need of a fresh start after bludgeoning her drunken, abusive husband to death in Wichita. Though his business is mainly legit, Bill finds himself brushing up against the &“blue movie&” porn industry growing in the shadows of the motion picture mainstream.When a series of grisly murders take place across the city, Bill and his capable granddaughter are pulled into events as tricky and tangled as anything this side of The Big Sleep. We meet dreamers, opportunists, washed-up former stars and starry-eyed newcomers, a cast of unforgettable characters living on the margins looking to make a quick buck, launch a career, or just keep their family together. The Devil Raises His Own is at once a stripped-down noir thriller and a panoramic look at Los Angeles at the beginning of motion pictures—a Boogie Nights set in the era of D.W. Griffith and Charlie Chaplin from one of the best crime novelists working today.
The Devil in Blue Jeans (Naked Moose #1)
by Stacey KennedyA sharp, emotional novel about a tough-minded bar owner who makes a deal with a devil of a cowboy—and might just get burned…Moving to Montana to buy a dive bar with her two best friends sounds like a can&’t-miss idea to Charly Henwood. The scenery is breathtaking, and the cowboys aren&’t bad-looking either. Not that Charly&’s interested. Her heart is as unmovable as the surrounding mountains. After her cheating ex-boyfriend destroyed their relationship and their nightclub, she&’s determined to take care of herself, her friends and their bar.But it turns out the regulars resent newcomers swapping their craft beer for an extensive cocktail menu. One is particularly not happy—The Naked Moose&’s previous owner, Jaxon Reed. The last thing Charly needs is a cocky cowboy telling her how to run her bar, or her life. But maybe she can use Jaxon to her advantage. If he&’ll agree to be the prize in a charity auction, Charly will make the bar a little more cowboy-friendly.When that plan backfires, Charly finds herself doing battle with the biggest temptation in Timber Falls. A man who has made it his mission to win her over, using every infernal means at his disposal. And if her resolve goes up in flames, her heart is sure to follow…From showing up to glowing up, these characters are on the path to leading their best lives and finding sizzling romance along the way.Don&’t miss these other fun titles from Afterglow Books:The (Fake) Dating Game by Timothy JanovskyThe Bookbinder&’s Guide to Love by Katherine GarberaFrenemy Fix-Up by Yahrah St. JohnThe Boyfriend Subscription by Steven SalvatoreManila Takes Manhattan by Carla de GuzmanFake Flame by Adele BuckOut of Office by A.H. Cunningham
The Doc's Instant Family: A Clean and Uplifting Romance (Bachelor Cowboys #6)
by Lisa ChildsNothing is stronger…Than the power of family Doctor Collin Cassidy would do anything to become foster parent to his little patient Bailey Ann, including enlisting the help of lawyer Genevieve Porter. Only, Genevieve&’s proposal is completely unexpected—a marriage of convenience…to her. Collin has no intention of risking love again, and neither does Genevieve. But could their arrangement be exactly what all three of them need to heal?From Harlequin Heartwarming: Wholesome stories of love, compassion and belonging.Bachelor CowboysBook 1: A Rancher's PromiseBook 2: The Cowboy's Unlikely MatchBook 3: The Bronc Rider's Twin SurpriseBook 4: The Cowboy's Ranch RescueBook 5: The Firefighter's Family SecretBook 6: The Doc's Instant FamilyBook 7: The Rancher's Reunion
The Duke's Cowboy (Cowboy Nobility #1)
by Andrew GreyGeorge Lester, the Duke of Northumberland, flees familial expectations in Britain for the promise of freedom of San Francisco, looking for the chance to be himself. But before he even gets close, a blizzard forces him off the road, and he finds himself freezing half to death in a small town with no motel… with a litter of puppies to look after. Luckily for George, he also finds Alan. As the heir to his family&’s ranch, Alan Justice knows the burden of being the oldest son. He doesn&’t have time to show George, the stranger his brother dragged home, what it takes to be a cowboy. But that very night, George surprises him by helping a mare in distress through a difficult birth. Maybe the duke is made of sterner stuff than Alan thought. George and Alan keep surprising each other, and every day they grow a little closer. But when George&’s responsibilities call him home, Alan finds he&’s the one who has something to prove—that he can handle what it means to be the duke&’s cowboy.
The Edge of Nowhere
by William W. Johnstone J.A. JohnstoneNationally bestselling western authors William W. and J.A. Johnstone reunite no there&’s nothing like a Christmas showdown in Texas. Johnstone Country. Where Miracles Need Bullets.In this bold, new Western from the bestselling Johnstones, a lonely drifter finds himself snowbound with a lovely widow, her young son—and a gang of trigger-happy thieves . . .DON&’T OPEN FIRE UNTIL CHRISTMAS Patrick Foley is a haunted man. After losing his family in a brutal Commanche raid, he drifts from town to town seeking justice and revenge. His mission—to track down the killers—has hardened his heart against all men, good or bad. But his icy resolve begins to melt when he arrives in the small Texas town of Christmas Creek—along with a massive winter storm that traps him there with a good woman, her little boy, and some very bad men . . . Texans call it a Blue Norther. A fast-moving onslaught of heavy sleet and snow, it brings Foley&’s search to a halt, but also gives him a chance to warm up with the charming young widow who runs the general store. Her name is Lovejoy Peace. She has a friendly smile, a six-year-old son—and a terrible problem with mean-spirited cowboys stealing supplies from her store. Being a gentleman, Foley raises his gun to defend the widow and stop the thieving snakes. But the battle is far from over . . . The storm is getting worse. The cowboy gang is snowbound, too—and they&’re ready for a rematch. If Foley, the widow and her son can survive the night, it&’ll be a Christmas miracle . . .
The First Day of Eternity (The Hunters #2)
by Charles G. WestRaised by Crow Indians. Enlisted by the US Army. Legendary scout Cody Hunter returns to the mountains where he lost his family—and makes a shocking discovery that will change his life forever . . .THIS WOLF HUNTS ALONE His Crow name was Crazy Wolf. Orphaned after losing his family in an Indian attack, young Cody Hunter found a loving home among the Crow people—and learned the ancient ways of the Crow trackers. His well-honed skills earned him a place in the U.S. Army as a valued scout. But now, after fifteen years of living his life as Crazy Wolf, Cody is ready to face his painful past. He will return to the place that still gives him nightmares—and where the dreams of his father ended in bloodshed . . . High in the mountains of Montana, Cody finds a stone memorial erected by the survivors of the families slaughtered there. The site of the attack triggers Cody&’s darkest memories—and leads him to a stunning realization: his father and two brothers did not die on that day. They may still be alive. And he will stop at nothing to find them again. To follow in their footsteps. To track them down on the treacherous journey west. A search this deadly may be the craziest thing Crazy Wolf has ever done. But he is a born Hunter—and he&’s willing to die that way. . . . Second in the explosive series by Spur Award-winning author Charles G. West! &“Rarely has an author painted the great American West in strokes so bold, vivid, and true.&” —Ralph Compton
The Forty-Niners: A Novel of the Gold Rush (The Forty-Niners #1)
by William W. Johnstone J.A. JohnstoneJOHNSTONE&’S AMERICA. THE GOLD STANDARD.From the acclaimed chroniclers of the Old West comes the epic saga of the great American Gold Rush—and the boldhearted dreamers who made it all happen. . . . THEY CALLED THEM THE FORTY-NINERS. In January of 1848, the discovery of gold at Sutters Mill in California sparked a nationwide frenzy, fueling the dreams of Americans from coast to coast. By 1849, hundreds of thousands of fortune hunters from across the globe headed west to stake their claim. Armed with pan or pickaxe, driven by greed or glory, every last one of them was determined to strike it rich—or die trying. . . . For Cord Bennett, it was more than a dream. California was his destiny—even if he didn&’t know it yet. Forced to leave his family farm in the Ozarks, he reluctantly joins his two older brothers on the treacherous journey west. Together, they would endure harsh weather, fierce tribal attacks, and roving outlaws. But their biggest challenge comes when they reach the gold-rich canyon of Rio Oro. This small makeshift town is barely more than a campsite for prospectors—but the men who control it are as ruthless as any big-city criminals. And twice as deadly . . . This is the story of the men and women who risked their lives to make their fortunes in a boundless land of opportunity. But sometimes, all that glitters is not gold. And where there&’s gold, there&’s gunfire . . .
The Hanging Party (Texas Lightning #1)
by William W. Johnstone J.A. JohnstoneIn this bold new series from the bestselling Johnstones, a legendary gunslinger tries to outrun his past and start a new life. But after so many years, so many bullets—and so much bloodshed—he finds old habits die hard. And new enemies die harder . . . THEY CALL HIM &“TEXAS LIGHTNING&” His name is Jon Gage. Most folks know him as &“Texas Lightning,&” the fastest draw in the West. The deadliest, too. Rumor has it he&’s killed more than thirty men in half as many years, a body count he won&’t deny. His reputation as a gunslinger, widowmaker, and all-around hellraiser inspires awe, respect—and fear. But when an innocent woman dies in an ill-fated shootout, Gage decides it&’s time to drop his guns and change his wicked ways. There&’s just one problem: There is no rest for the wicked. A nameless drifter haunted by his past, Gage hopes to right the wrongs he committed. He&’s fighting on the side of the angels now, whether it&’s a widow losing her freight business, a wagon train of farmers in trouble, or a small-time rancher battling a big-time cattle baron. Wherever he goes, there are wicked men preying on the innocent—and some of them recognize Gage as the notorious Texas Lightning. Gage knows he can&’t outrun his demons. But he can still outgun them . . .