Reputation

by W.C. Tuttle

"Reputation" by W. C. Tuttle is a thrilling tale set in a little mission village near the Mexican border, where the notorious killer Jeff Tigard, known as "The Tiger," strikes fear into the hearts of the residents. The villagers, including Ramon, Mendez, Pasquale, and Felipe, live in constant dread of the Tiger's arrival, as they hear tales of his ruthless killings and insatiable greed for gold. When the Tiger finally shows up during a violent storm, demanding their gold, the villagers are forced to comply out of fear for their lives. However, a mysterious stranger arrives and turns the tables on the Tiger, revealing a shocking twist that exposes the true nature of the infamous killer. As the storm rages outside, the stranger, who turns out to be the real Jefferson Tigard, shows mercy to the villagers and teaches the Tiger a lesson in humility and justice. The story unfolds with suspense and intrigue, leading to a surprising and satisfying resolution that leaves the villagers in awe of the stranger's actions and grateful for their unexpected deliverance from the Tiger's tyranny.

10 pages, Kindle Edition

Published May 5, 2024

About the author

W. C. Tuttle (Wilbur Coleman Tuttle) was an American writer, almost all of which were westerns. His best known character was Hashknife Hartley, who along with his friend Sleepy Stevens, served as unofficial detectives solving crimes on the ranches where they worked as cowboys.

He was also a screenwriter hailing back to the silent era. He wrote the screenplays for 52 films between 1915 and 1945.

A semi-pro baseball player in his youth, Tuttle served as President of the Pacific Coast Baseball League 1935-1943.[1] Tuttle recommended to the Los Angeles Angels that the team should ask Gene Lillard to join them.