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Rowdy: To Catch a Killer
In this momentous coming-of-age western, Rowdy must fight between his heart and what is lawful.
When rustlers steal from a ranch on the outskirts of Lincoln, Rowdy is called to join the hunt and bring them in. But after a fight breaks out and one of the bandits ends up dead, a family member sets out for revenge.
With love chasing Rowdy’s heels, tragedy strikes when his new beloved is attacked in an act of revenge by the dead rustler's brother, and the town becomes tangled in turmoil.
Rowdy, accompanied by new and old friends, sets out to track down those responsible for the attack and secretly hopes to find the attacker first so he can decide the lawful course of action…even though his heart craves revenge.
As the manhunt rides on, each must do their part if they hope to catch a killer.
"A compelling, engrossing adventure tale reminiscent of the years when Max Brand, Louis L'Amour, and Zane Grey filled book racks in stores everywhere." —Early Reader
When rustlers steal from a ranch on the outskirts of Lincoln, Rowdy is called to join the hunt and bring them in. But after a fight breaks out and one of the bandits ends up dead, a family member sets out for revenge.
With love chasing Rowdy’s heels, tragedy strikes when his new beloved is attacked in an act of revenge by the dead rustler's brother, and the town becomes tangled in turmoil.
Rowdy, accompanied by new and old friends, sets out to track down those responsible for the attack and secretly hopes to find the attacker first so he can decide the lawful course of action…even though his heart craves revenge.
As the manhunt rides on, each must do their part if they hope to catch a killer.
"A compelling, engrossing adventure tale reminiscent of the years when Max Brand, Louis L'Amour, and Zane Grey filled book racks in stores everywhere." —Early Reader
298 pages, Kindle Edition
Published April 18, 2023
About the author
Chris Mullen
14 books23 followersChris Mullen is an award-winning author, educator, and graduate of Texas A&M University from Richmond, Texas. Before becoming a full-time writer, he spent 23 years as a Kindergarten and PreK teacher, captivating his students with Rowdy adventures.
In 2021, he signed with Wise Wolf Books, launching the ROWDY series, which now includes six novels and two short stories (The Hunt and The River). His short story The River was featured in Ridin’ with the Pack, an anthology released by Wolfpack Publishing on December 26, 2023.
Chris also writes the Cass Callahan contemporary Western mystery series for Wolfpack Publishing. The series debuted in 2024 with Dead Land, followed by Kill Order and Hunting El Despiadado. Also, his short story, Hard to Kill was published in Ridin’ with the Pack, Vol. 2 in December 2024. More Cass Callahan adventures are on the way in 2025, including the novels Darkness Rising and Texas Terror.
Awards & Recognitions
•ROWDY~Wild and Mean, Sharp and Keen
2023 Independent Press Distinguished Favorite
2022 The Wild Bunch Film Festival - Best 1st-Time Western Manuscript Writer
2022 North Texas Book Fest Finalist - Young Adult
2021 Selah Award Finalist - Westerns
2020 Best Book Finalist - Westerns
2020 American Fiction Awards Winner - Westerns
•ROWDY~Redemption
2022 North Texas Book Fest Finalist - Young Adult
•ROWDY~Dead or Alive
2023 Will Rogers Medallion Bronze Medal
2023 Sunny Side Up Film Festival Winner - Best Action/Adventure Western
•ROWDY~Rescue
2024 Will Rogers Medallion Winner
2024 American Legacy Awards Finalist - Westerns
2023 American Fiction Awards Finalist - Westerns
•ROWDY~To Catch a Killer
2024 American Legacy Awards Finalist - Westerns
2023 American Fiction Awards Winner - Westerns
•ROWDY~Return
2024 Will Rogers Medallion Winner
Chris’s work continues to attract readers of all ages. Stay connected through his website, chrismullenwrites.com, or follow him on Facebook, Instagram, Threads, TikTok (@chrismullenwrites), and X (Twitter) @cmullenwrites.
In 2021, he signed with Wise Wolf Books, launching the ROWDY series, which now includes six novels and two short stories (The Hunt and The River). His short story The River was featured in Ridin’ with the Pack, an anthology released by Wolfpack Publishing on December 26, 2023.
Chris also writes the Cass Callahan contemporary Western mystery series for Wolfpack Publishing. The series debuted in 2024 with Dead Land, followed by Kill Order and Hunting El Despiadado. Also, his short story, Hard to Kill was published in Ridin’ with the Pack, Vol. 2 in December 2024. More Cass Callahan adventures are on the way in 2025, including the novels Darkness Rising and Texas Terror.
Awards & Recognitions
•ROWDY~Wild and Mean, Sharp and Keen
2023 Independent Press Distinguished Favorite
2022 The Wild Bunch Film Festival - Best 1st-Time Western Manuscript Writer
2022 North Texas Book Fest Finalist - Young Adult
2021 Selah Award Finalist - Westerns
2020 Best Book Finalist - Westerns
2020 American Fiction Awards Winner - Westerns
•ROWDY~Redemption
2022 North Texas Book Fest Finalist - Young Adult
•ROWDY~Dead or Alive
2023 Will Rogers Medallion Bronze Medal
2023 Sunny Side Up Film Festival Winner - Best Action/Adventure Western
•ROWDY~Rescue
2024 Will Rogers Medallion Winner
2024 American Legacy Awards Finalist - Westerns
2023 American Fiction Awards Finalist - Westerns
•ROWDY~To Catch a Killer
2024 American Legacy Awards Finalist - Westerns
2023 American Fiction Awards Winner - Westerns
•ROWDY~Return
2024 Will Rogers Medallion Winner
Chris’s work continues to attract readers of all ages. Stay connected through his website, chrismullenwrites.com, or follow him on Facebook, Instagram, Threads, TikTok (@chrismullenwrites), and X (Twitter) @cmullenwrites.
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September 9, 2024
Rowdy: To Catch A Killer
by Chris Mullen
The bullies of the west are renown. Cattle wrestlers and gangs are prevalent in historical stories and especially westerns. The advent of the gang attempting to come into the Lincoln, New Mexico. Their ill-advised attempt at cattle wrestling by the youngest members start a domino affect of problems. From over aggressive stocking, to murder the gang disrupts the town of Lincoln, that is recovering from its prior losses. The connections of Robertson, Mac, and Rowdy are put the the test. They find that their are stronger together and trust is their strength. Mullen shows that despite the problems he places his characters in shows that keeping cool, and trusting your true friends will help you through anything. This is a great resource for YA readers, and middle school teachers, showing that solutions are not always easier when you loose control of your emotions. It shows how respect is earned. That women are to be respected. Most of all standing up for your friends is important.
by Chris Mullen
The bullies of the west are renown. Cattle wrestlers and gangs are prevalent in historical stories and especially westerns. The advent of the gang attempting to come into the Lincoln, New Mexico. Their ill-advised attempt at cattle wrestling by the youngest members start a domino affect of problems. From over aggressive stocking, to murder the gang disrupts the town of Lincoln, that is recovering from its prior losses. The connections of Robertson, Mac, and Rowdy are put the the test. They find that their are stronger together and trust is their strength. Mullen shows that despite the problems he places his characters in shows that keeping cool, and trusting your true friends will help you through anything. This is a great resource for YA readers, and middle school teachers, showing that solutions are not always easier when you loose control of your emotions. It shows how respect is earned. That women are to be respected. Most of all standing up for your friends is important.
April 20, 2023
Five
All is well that hands howell. Good western and iBook to read. Hope you enjoy as I sure did. Thanks
All is well that hands howell. Good western and iBook to read. Hope you enjoy as I sure did. Thanks
August 4, 2025
Maybe the best Rowdy yet. Enjoy!
December 8, 2023
Excellent coming of age story geared toward young acults and those who enjoy westerns. The main character Rowdy is also an orphans and pretty much raises himself with the help of good mentors. As he makes difficult decisions, he comments about why he made those decisions.
Displaying 1 - 4 of 4 reviews