Bleeding Texas

Sidewinders #8

by William W. Johnstone, J.A. Johnstone

Bo Creel is back at his family's Star C Ranch in Bear Creek, Texas. Along with his buddy Scratch, he's finding out that home is where the hell-raising is. A rival ranch is trying to drive the Creel family out of business, using any means necessary. For Bo and Scratch, always suckers for a pretty face, come two young ladies who just might blur the battle lines.

Desperate to raise cash, the Creel family sets off on a trail drive south to Rockport and a thriving cattle market on the Gulf of Mexico. That's when their rivals strike a devastating blow. Now Bo and Scratch are madder than two wet hens. Assembling a ragtag army of aging, crusty cowboys who've seen their share of gun battles, Bo and Scratch need to recapture a stolen herd and make it to the Texas coast in time to save the Creel family's future -- while a relentless enemy is about to unload the bloodiest mayhem to ever drench Texas...

Genres: Westerns, Fiction

368 pages, Mass Market Paperback

First published January 1, 2014

About the author

William W. Johnstone is the #1 bestselling Western writer in America and the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of hundreds of books, with over 50 million copies sold. Born in southern Missouri, he was raised with strong moral and family values by his minister father, and tutored by his schoolteacher mother. He left school at fifteen to work in a carnival and then as a deputy sheriff before serving in the army. He went on to become known as "the Greatest Western writer of the 21st Century." Visit him online at WilliamJohnstone.net.

Reviews

[Diamond Cowboy · Rating 5 out of 5]

In this final instalment, our heros the two saddle tramps Bo and Scratch are home in Texas. They are trying to keep a range war from happening on Bo's Father's ranch. There are a lot of family dramas and a whole lot of humor in this one. I recommend the whole series highly.

[Charles Darlage · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the newest in the "Sidewinders" and the only one I have read so far. Very easy to get into even though I had not read any of the other books. Great characters and a fun and exciting read.

[Derrick · Rating 3 out of 5]

As the series carried on, I felt like it didn't hold the thrill that the originals did. They focused a lot on relationships with women, but I guess that's a part of life. I did enjoy getting to know Bo's family and Scratch's. If you enjoy the series, then this is pretty much the same. A good ending to the series.

[Violet · Rating 4 out of 5]

A nice story about greedy ranchers trying to take over a neighboring ranch to add to their holdings. A couple of gals thrown in to add a little romantic interest. A trail drive and lots of confrontation. Very entertaining.

[Barry Gardner · Rating 5 out of 5]

engaging

As usual the Johnstones have hit another home run. Engaging from start finish. It allows you to focused on the story characters and place yourself in the middle of the action. Separating you from the real world in which you live.

[John Bishop · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another great series

This adventure grabs on to a unique tale of action and treachery. There is the perfect blend of fast-paced action with plenty of twists and turns with the right touch of romance. Excellent reading from beginning to end.

[larry brashear · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wonderful tale!

I really enjoyed this great story patterned after the old west of yesteryear. It is well written and exciting from start to finish.

[Kevin Jackson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Do the right thing.

Another great story with Scratch and Bo. Once again they have to battle the outlaws, with their quick wits and reactions.

[John Tallett · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great pulp.

[Clifford Schulze · Rating 4 out of 5]

Range war!

The Creels and Fontains go at it for dominance in their corner of Texas. A little slow to get started but plenty of action once it did.

[David VanHoogstrate · Rating 5 out of 5]

A great read

A great read by my favorite author William W Johnstone, The greatest western fiction writer I have ever read, Awesome!

[Randy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Bo Creel and Scratch Morton. Back home in Bear Creek, forty years of wandering hadn't changed that, the two old friends find themselves in the middle of a battle for control of the area.

Bo's family ranch, the Star C, is being hit by hustlers, the cattle being bled away a handful at a time. The family was sure it led back to chief rivals the Fontaine family.

A loan has been called in and the Creeks have only six weeks to pay off the twelve grand owed. A quick trail drive is organized to drive down to the coast. It will mean a loss, but will net enough to get them out of trouble.

But Nick Fontaine is ready to do what's necessary to gain control of the Star C.

Excellent western with a Romeo and Juliet subplot.

[Jerry Blackerby · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have really enjoyed this series about two older characters who have been together for most of their lives. No cliff hanger, but an open story line that can definitely trigger another book in the series.

[Jeff]

groovy

[Jewell Floyd · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good western

Go o d p lot. Different and unique. . Good read. . Very entertaining and surprises at every turn. Enjoyed it very much.

[Daniel Visger · Rating 4 out of 5]

Not bad it is a shame i have to tpye pure nonsence to get enough to proceed

And get another book. Not bad is all I have to say do I have to keep the same thing as I have.