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The Captive: A Novel
by Fiona King FosterIn this rural noir, a woman is forced to confront her own past during a pulse-pounding expedition to deliver a fugitive In a secessionist rural state that has cut itself off completely from urban centres, where living is hardscrabble and poor but “free,” Brooke Holland runs a farm with her husband and two daughters. Their existence at the fringes of modern society is tenuous—they make barely enough from each harvest to keep going—yet Brooke cherishes the loving, peaceful life they have carved out for themselves. She has even begun to believe she is free from the violent history she has kept a secret from her family. When escaped criminal Stephen Cawley attacks the farm, Brooke’s buried talents surface, and she manages to quickly and harshly subdue him. Convinced that he has come in retribution for the blood feud that began years ago, Brooke sets out to bring Cawley to justice, planning to use the bounty on his head to lead her family into hiding far from danger. Fearing that other members of Cawley’s infamous family will soon descend on the farm, Brooke insists that Milo and the girls flee with her, travelling miles on foot across an unforgiving landscape to reach the nearest marshal. Their journey, beginning at the onset of winter with little preparation, brings already strained family dynamics to the breaking point. As Brooke’s ghosts—both real and imagined—close in, the ruthlessness that allowed her to survive her past may become the biggest threat to her hopes for a different future. What follows is a harrowing exploration of family loyalty, trauma and resilience. As haunting and propulsive as it is powerfully written, The Captive is a thrilling debut novel about the seemingly impossible choices we make to survive and protect the ones we love.
The Captive: A Novel
by Fiona King FosterA rural noir about a woman on a pulse-pounding expedition to deliver a fugitive—and forced to confront her own past on the journeyIn a secessionist rural state that has cut itself off completely from urban centers, where living is hardscrabble and poor but “free,” Brooke Holland runs a farm with her husband, Milo, and two daughters. Their life at the fringes of modern society is tenuous—they make barely enough from each harvest to keep going—yet Brooke cherishes the loving, peaceful life they have carved out for themselves. She has even begun to believe she is free from the violent history she has kept a secret from her family.When escaped criminal Stephen Cawley attacks at the farm, Brooke’s buried talents surface, and she manages to quickly and harshly subdue him. She is convinced that he has come in retribution for the blood feud she thought she escaped years ago. Brooke sets out to bring Cawley to justice, planning to use the bounty on his head to hide her family far from danger. Fearing that other members of Cawley’s infamous family will soon descend, Brooke insists Milo and the girls flee with her, travelling miles on foot across an unforgiving landscape to reach the nearest marshal. Their journey, started at the onset of winter with little preparation, brings already strained family dynamics to the breaking point. As Brooke’s ghosts—both real and imagined—close in, the ruthlessness that let her survive her past may become the biggest threat to her hopes for a different future. What follows is a harrowing exploration of family loyalty, trauma, and resilience.As haunting and propulsive as it is powerfully written, The Captive is a thrilling debut novel about the impossible choices we make to survive and protect the ones we love.
The Capture of the Golden Stallion: Golden Stallion #1 (Famous Horse Stories)
by Rutherford MontgomeryWhile checking out the wild horses above the bar L ranch, Charlie Carter finds a golden colt in Big Red’s band, and decides he must have the beautiful young horse. But can he overcome meat hunters, a broken hip, and his mother’s illness to catch the colt? And can he win the heart of Ellen Sprague, who is visiting again for the summer, and loves everything about the ranch, but is being courted by Dean Bailey, who is older and owns a showy convertible?
The Carsons of Mustang Creek Complete Collection
by Linda Lael MillerMeet the Carsons of Mustang Creek: three men who embody the West find love in these four fan-favorite stories—collected here in one volume for the first time—from New York Times bestselling author Linda Lael Miller, queen of the Western romance!Once a RancherSlater Carson might be a filmmaker by trade, but he’s still a cowboy at heart—and he knows the value of a hard day’s work under the hot Wyoming sun. So when he sees troubled teen Ryder heading down a dangerous path, he offers the boy a job on the ranch he shares with his two younger brothers. And since Ryder’s guardian is the gorgeous new Mustang Creek resort manager, Grace Emery, Slater figures it can’t hurt to keep a closer eye on her, as well… But Grace Emery doesn’t have time for romance. When an unexpected threat emerges, she’ll discover just how far Slater will go to protect what matters most—and that love is always worth fighting for.Originally published in 2016Always a CowboyDrake Carson is the quintessential cowboy. In charge of the family ranch, he knows the realities of this life, its pleasures and heartbreaks. Lately, managing the wild stallions on his property is wearing him down. When an interfering so-called expert arrives, Luce Hale, and starts offering her opinion, Drake is wary, but he can’t deny the longing—and the challenge—she stirs in him. Luce and Drake are at odds from the very beginning, especially when it comes to the rogue stallion who’s stealing the ranch mares. But when Drake believes Luce is in danger, that changes everything—for both of them.Originally published in 2016Forever a HeroMace Carson doesn’t consider himself a hero. Back in college, he came upon a woman in trouble and intervened—but he was just one irate Wyoming cowboy with his boots planted firmly on the side of right. Now a successful vintner, Mace is shocked to be reunited with the woman he saved. But it turns out she’s in Wyoming on business…a corporate executive representing the company that wants to buy his winery. Only he’s not selling. Reluctant to mix business with pleasure, Kelly vows to keep things professional, until her attacker is released from prison and comes for vengeance…against both of them.Originally published in 2017A Snow Country ChristmasRaine McCall would take snow-covered mountains over a star-studded premiere any day. But when hotshot movie executive Mick Branson arranges dinner on Christmas Eve to discuss a work opportunity, she’s intrigued—by the offer and the man. She’s a no-makeup, no-frills single mom who’s happy with her quiet life. Sharing chili cheeseburgers and sizzling kisses with Mick is sure heating up her holiday, but country girl and power player don’t mix. Their attraction is undeniable—and so are their differences. For Mick, putting down roots in the Wild West wasn’t in the script. But there are some Christmas gifts you can’t walk away from, even when they turn your whole world upside down…Originally published in 2018
The Case of the Black-Hooded Hangmans (Hank the Cowdog Series, #24)
by John R. EricksonWhen Eddy the Rac disappears from the ranch, a search for the fugitive leads Hank, along with Drover and Little Alfred, into the lair of the dreaded Black-Hooded Hangmans.
The Case of the Bogus Detective: Book 4 (The P. K. Pinkerton Mysteries #4)
by Caroline LawrenceThe final whip-cracking adventure in the P.K. Pinkerton series from bestselling Roman Mysteries author Caroline Lawrence.When P.K's father, Robert Pinkerton, suddenly appears in Virginia City, P.K.'s life turns upside down. Suddenly she's having to learn how to be a 'girly-girl' in a cunning plot to outwit silver thieves. But it seems the thieves are one step ahead! Has P.K. finally met her match or can she use her detective skills to turn the situation on its head and impress her private-eye Pa?A gripping rollercoaster ride of a tale packed with Wild West authenticity and atmosphere from this million-selling author.
The Case of the Burrowing Robot (Hank the Cowdog Series, #42)
by John R. EricksonSally May's new vegetable garden is invaded by a burrowing robot. Hank the Cowdog, Head of Ranch Security, investigates but then is implicated as the perpetrator. In exile, Hank meets his old friend, Madame Moonshine, who helps clear Hank's name. Number 42 in the Hank series.
The Case of the Car-Barkaholic Dog (Hank the Cowdog Series, #17)
by John R. EricksonHank hitches a ride to town and finds his sister and her children are the target of a neighborhood bully. Hank devises an ingenious plan to ensnare the enemy.
The Case of the Double Bumblebee Sting (Hank the Cowdog Series, #22)
by John R. EricksonHank sticks his nose where it doesn't belong adn ends up with a dreaded double bumblebee sting.
The Case of the Good-Looking Corpse: Book 2 (The P. K. Pinkerton Mysteries #2)
by Caroline LawrenceIn the second in this adventure series, Virginia City's newest detective, P.K. Pinkerton, takes on his first case - finding the killer of a murdered girl before he strikes again!P.K. Pinkerton is back in the second book of this whip-crackingly brilliant series set in America's Wild West.The death of sadistic desperado Whittlin Walt has created an opening for 'Chief of the Comstock Desperados'. Several young gunfighters are battling it out in the saloons and streets of Virginia City, and against this backdrop of gunmen, gamblers and cowboys, P.K. Pinkerton, Private Eye, is having trouble drumming up business. Nobody seems to take a 12-year-old detective seriously!Then a servant girl named Martha begs P.K. for help. She witnessed the murder of her mistress - a hurdy girl - and the killer knows it. Now he is after her. Martha gives P.K. a description of the killer and a cryptic clue, but then she disappears. Can P.K. solve the case and find Martha before the killer does?
The Case of the Halloween Ghost (Hank the Cowdog Series, #9)
by John R. EricksonOn Halloween, Hank hears a strange sound in the cake house and is sure it is a ghost. Can Hank rid the ranch of this unwanted visitor? Or will he be spooked for good?
The Case of the Haystack Kitties (Hank the Cowdog Series, #30)
by John R. EricksonHank doesn't like cats. So when a mother cat and her kittens start livijg in a haystack, he tries to get them to leave. But they have no where to go and Hank has to protect them from a bull.
The Case of the Hooking Bull (Hank the Cowdog Series, #18)
by John R. EricksonWhen Sally May and Loper are out of town for a wedding, Hank knows it's up to him to keep things under control. A vicious bull is terrorizing the north pasture, and Hank has to find a way to stop him.
The Case of the Kidnapped Collie (Hank the Cowdog Series, #26)
by John R. EricksonBelulah, the collie of Hank's dreams, snubs him in favor of Plato the Bird Dog, but when she is in the clutches of a ruthless cannibal, Hank knows he's the only dog tough enough to save her.
The Case of the Midnight Rustler (Hank the Cowdog Series, #19)
by John R. EricksonHank joins Slim on a stakeout to catch the theives stealing calves from Uncle Johnny's pasture.
The Case of the Missing Bird Dog (Hank the Cowdog Series, #40)
by John R. EricksonPlato the Bird Dog is missing and Beulah asks Hank for help finding him. Before he can catch the scent of the spotted bird-dog, he finds himself face-to-face with an angry mother hog.
The Case of the Missing Cat (Hank the Cowdog Series, #15)
by John R. EricksonHank devises a plan to get rid of Pete the Barncat, but sticking to his evil plot is more difficult than he imagined.
The Case of the Missing Donut
by Alison McGhee“…this tale of doughnut perfidy takes the cake.” - The New York TimesThe sheriff and his deputy dog have been charged with a mission: to bring a dozen donuts home safely. All seems to be going well until the young sheriff peeks inside the box to check on the tasty treats. They’re practically calling his name, and in the blink of an eye (and with just a few nibbles), a donut disappears! Wherever could that missing donut be? Luckily, this is one mystery the sheriff and his deputy are sure to bring to a close.
The Case of the Most Ancient Bone (Hank the Cowdog Series, #50)
by John R. EricksonHank the Cowdog Head of ranch security is on the case in his fiftieth mystery! And this is no ordinary, run-of-the-mill ranch intrigue. No sir, this is a real, honest-to-goodness archaeological adventure! when an old friend of Slim's starts an archaeological dig near the ranch, it doesn't take long before little Alfred gets caught up in the excitement. And once Alfred manages to get himself invited to the dig, it isn't long before Hank follows. once there, Hank finds himself face-to-face with the most ancient of bones a huge bison bone that Hank just knows has been aged to delicious perfection. Hank should be protecting the bone, but can he keep his doggie instincts at bay and uphold his position? or will the most ancient of bones get the best of him?
The Case of the Night-Stalking Bone Monster (Hank the Cowdog Series, #27)
by John R. EricksonWhen Hank's three juicy T-bones disappear before he can enjoy them, he's sure there's a dreaded Bone Monster loose on the ranch.
The Case of the One-Eyed Killer Stud Horse (Hank the Cowdog Series, #8)
by John R. EricksonTuerto the Killer Stud Horse breaks free and it's up to Hank to protect Little Alfred's cousins.
The Case of the Pistol-packing Widows: Book 3 (The P. K. Pinkerton Mysteries #3)
by Caroline LawrenceFrom the million-copy-selling author of The Roman Mysteries comes the third whip-cracking adventure in this award-winning series.When P.K. is suddenly abducted, he fears he's going to be thrown in the river to drown. In fact, he's about to get a new case. He must travel to Carson City, don a disguise and shadow his friend and mentor, Poker Face Jace. But Jace isn't easy to fool, P.K.'s widow woman disguise is horribly uncomfortable and, as if that's not bad enough, it seems somebody might be trying to kill him! Can P.K. survive amid the gun-slingers, gamblers and desperados of Carson City?
The Case of the Raging Rottweiler (Hank the Cowdog Series, #36)
by John R. EricksonThe ranch is in the middle of a sweltering heat wave and to make matters worse, Bruiser the Rottweiler is loose, attacking a defenseless fawn and threatening to come after Hank!
The Case of the Saddle House Robbery (Hank the Cowdog Series, #35)
by John R. EricksonThere's a new dog on the ranch, and Hank's none too pleased about it. He's supposed to keep an eye on Jake, but Jake has other plans.
The Case of the Shipwrecked Tree (Hank the Cowdog Series, #41)
by John R. EricksonLittle Alfred chooses Hank as his first mate for the tree-house pirate ship. Will Hank the Cowdog find a way to survive the high seas and return to shore in one piece?