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Red Ridge Chronicles #2
The Drifter
Mirabelle Blackstone knows the man she’s meant to be with. Unfortunately, her father, the town’s pastor, has other plans. Determined no daughter of his will court with a gunslinger, he sets his sights on another beau—one with a plan of his own.
Billy Madison is desperate to win the approval of Mirabelle’s father. His heart doesn’t want anyone else, and when she passes along a fearful message, her protection becomes his only goal. His time of putting criminals behind bars tells him something’s not right, and that he might be too late to stop it.
With Mirabelle’s life at risk, can he rescue her in time? Or is his only chance at love now captive in the arms of another?
These kisses only books can be enjoyed in any order, but are best read starting with book one.
Billy Madison is desperate to win the approval of Mirabelle’s father. His heart doesn’t want anyone else, and when she passes along a fearful message, her protection becomes his only goal. His time of putting criminals behind bars tells him something’s not right, and that he might be too late to stop it.
With Mirabelle’s life at risk, can he rescue her in time? Or is his only chance at love now captive in the arms of another?
These kisses only books can be enjoyed in any order, but are best read starting with book one.
166 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 3, 2025
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August 30, 2025
THINK WE’RE GOING TO FIND WOMEN TOO?
The story is part of the Red Ridge Chronicles series, set in the area of Red Ridge, Oregon. This is a clean, historical Western tale that explores the good, the bad, and the evil in people.
“The gunslingers had worked separately and together over the last ten or so years. They kept in touch, always ready at a moment’s notice to join in a job or help a friend.”
“Billy Madison was the golden boy. With a face that charmed each female he came across, and a smile no woman of any age could resist, he could be dangerous. Too often, he was seen as harmless or unassuming. Just how he liked it. No mistake, though, you didn’t want to be on his bad side.”
In the 1880s, Red Ridge, Oregon, after Eli Jones settled down with the former widow, Hannah Carson, gunslingers, Billy Madison and Gavin Jefferson purchased fifty acres of land east of the Jones property. Seeing how happy and settled Eli is, Billy is now feeling the itch, wanting what Eli and Hannah have, and there is a young lady who has caught his eye, Mirabella Blackstone, daughter of the town’s pastor.
Gavin: The pastor’s daughter? The pastor’s daughter. Billy, you know her pa will never agree. You and me—we aren’t respectable folk. You know that. We’re gunslingers.
Billy: We’re lawmen. Guns for hire. And we take the jobs that help, not hurt.
Gavin: Be that as it may. I can’t see Pastor Blackstone wanting his only child—a daughter, no less—married to a gunslinger. Not with the reputations we have.
Billy: Well then, I reckon I’d better figure out how to change his mind.
The story will have Billy setting his sights on Mirabella Blackstone, but he isn’t alone; she has seen him and likes what she sees. Billy tries to do the right thing, speaking to the pastor, but that doesn’t work out well. Besides, Pastor Blackstone received a letter from a pastor friend whose son is coming this way, and he is hoping that Mirabella and Tom will make a match.
The story is a great example of not judging a book by its cover, in this case, a former gunslinger versus a professed preacher’s son. Looks, actions, and intentions are deceiving—and sometimes, you have allowed the wolf into the hen house by making erroneous assumptions, based on family and not actual character.
The story has life and death danger, acts of violence, and threats made to control people. It will have an unprotected town, due to the former corrupt sheriff being released from his duties and a new sheriff not yet being appointed. The town is offering the position to Gavin Jefferson, but he is unsure about wanting it—and that will become the next story in this series. But until then, Billy will speak with Gavin and Eli about what he has witnessed, and corroborated by Billy’s sister, Nora, when she stopped in town for a visit. But will they be too late to act on facts they have learned? What will become of Mirabella—and her family?
I’m enjoying this new series, and seeing cameo appearances from people from the first book. The story is a page-turning tale of good versus evil, along with a sweet, clean love story. The next book will be about Gavin Jefferson as the new sheriff of Red Ridge.
The story is part of the Red Ridge Chronicles series, set in the area of Red Ridge, Oregon. This is a clean, historical Western tale that explores the good, the bad, and the evil in people.
“The gunslingers had worked separately and together over the last ten or so years. They kept in touch, always ready at a moment’s notice to join in a job or help a friend.”
“Billy Madison was the golden boy. With a face that charmed each female he came across, and a smile no woman of any age could resist, he could be dangerous. Too often, he was seen as harmless or unassuming. Just how he liked it. No mistake, though, you didn’t want to be on his bad side.”
In the 1880s, Red Ridge, Oregon, after Eli Jones settled down with the former widow, Hannah Carson, gunslingers, Billy Madison and Gavin Jefferson purchased fifty acres of land east of the Jones property. Seeing how happy and settled Eli is, Billy is now feeling the itch, wanting what Eli and Hannah have, and there is a young lady who has caught his eye, Mirabella Blackstone, daughter of the town’s pastor.
Gavin: The pastor’s daughter? The pastor’s daughter. Billy, you know her pa will never agree. You and me—we aren’t respectable folk. You know that. We’re gunslingers.
Billy: We’re lawmen. Guns for hire. And we take the jobs that help, not hurt.
Gavin: Be that as it may. I can’t see Pastor Blackstone wanting his only child—a daughter, no less—married to a gunslinger. Not with the reputations we have.
Billy: Well then, I reckon I’d better figure out how to change his mind.
The story will have Billy setting his sights on Mirabella Blackstone, but he isn’t alone; she has seen him and likes what she sees. Billy tries to do the right thing, speaking to the pastor, but that doesn’t work out well. Besides, Pastor Blackstone received a letter from a pastor friend whose son is coming this way, and he is hoping that Mirabella and Tom will make a match.
The story is a great example of not judging a book by its cover, in this case, a former gunslinger versus a professed preacher’s son. Looks, actions, and intentions are deceiving—and sometimes, you have allowed the wolf into the hen house by making erroneous assumptions, based on family and not actual character.
The story has life and death danger, acts of violence, and threats made to control people. It will have an unprotected town, due to the former corrupt sheriff being released from his duties and a new sheriff not yet being appointed. The town is offering the position to Gavin Jefferson, but he is unsure about wanting it—and that will become the next story in this series. But until then, Billy will speak with Gavin and Eli about what he has witnessed, and corroborated by Billy’s sister, Nora, when she stopped in town for a visit. But will they be too late to act on facts they have learned? What will become of Mirabella—and her family?
I’m enjoying this new series, and seeing cameo appearances from people from the first book. The story is a page-turning tale of good versus evil, along with a sweet, clean love story. The next book will be about Gavin Jefferson as the new sheriff of Red Ridge.
August 30, 2025
THINK WE’RE GOING TO FIND WOMEN TOO?
The story is part of the Red Ridge Chronicles series, set in the area of Red Ridge, Oregon. This is a clean, historical Western tale that explores the good, the bad, and the evil in people.
“The gunslingers had worked separately and together over the last ten or so years. They kept in touch, always ready at a moment’s notice to join in a job or help a friend.”
“Billy Madison was the golden boy. With a face that charmed each female he came across, and a smile no woman of any age could resist, he could be dangerous. Too often, he was seen as harmless or unassuming. Just how he liked it. No mistake, though, you didn’t want to be on his bad side.”
In the 1880s, Red Ridge, Oregon, after Eli Jones settled down with the former widow, Hannah Carson, gunslingers, Billy Madison and Gavin Jefferson purchased fifty acres of land east of the Jones property. Seeing how happy and settled Eli is, Billy is now feeling the itch, wanting what Eli and Hannah have, and there is a young lady who has caught his eye, Mirabella Blackstone, daughter of the town’s pastor.
Gavin: The pastor’s daughter? The pastor’s daughter. Billy, you know her pa will never agree. You and me—we aren’t respectable folk. You know that. We’re gunslingers.
Billy: We’re lawmen. Guns for hire. And we take the jobs that help, not hurt.
Gavin: Be that as it may. I can’t see Pastor Blackstone wanting his only child—a daughter, no less—married to a gunslinger. Not with the reputations we have.
Billy: Well then, I reckon I’d better figure out how to change his mind.
The story will have Billy setting his sights on Mirabella Blackstone, but he isn’t alone; she has seen him and likes what she sees. Billy tries to do the right thing, speaking to the pastor, but that doesn’t work out well. Besides, Pastor Blackstone received a letter from a pastor friend whose son is coming this way, and he is hoping that Mirabella and Tom will make a match.
The story is a great example of not judging a book by its cover, in this case, a former gunslinger versus a professed preacher’s son. Looks, actions, and intentions are deceiving—and sometimes, you have allowed the wolf into the hen house by making erroneous assumptions, based on family and not actual character.
The story has life and death danger, acts of violence, and threats made to control people. It will have an unprotected town, due to the former corrupt sheriff being released from his duties and a new sheriff not yet being appointed. The town is offering the position to Gavin Jefferson, but he is unsure about wanting it—and that will become the next story in this series. But until then, Billy will speak with Gavin and Eli about what he has witnessed, and corroborated by Billy’s sister, Nora, when she stopped in town for a visit. But will they be too late to act on facts they have learned? What will become of Mirabella—and her family?
I’m enjoying this new series, and seeing cameo appearances from people from the first book. The story is a page-turning tale of good versus evil, along with a sweet, clean love story. The next book will be about Gavin Jefferson as the new sheriff of Red Ridge.
The story is part of the Red Ridge Chronicles series, set in the area of Red Ridge, Oregon. This is a clean, historical Western tale that explores the good, the bad, and the evil in people.
“The gunslingers had worked separately and together over the last ten or so years. They kept in touch, always ready at a moment’s notice to join in a job or help a friend.”
“Billy Madison was the golden boy. With a face that charmed each female he came across, and a smile no woman of any age could resist, he could be dangerous. Too often, he was seen as harmless or unassuming. Just how he liked it. No mistake, though, you didn’t want to be on his bad side.”
In the 1880s, Red Ridge, Oregon, after Eli Jones settled down with the former widow, Hannah Carson, gunslingers, Billy Madison and Gavin Jefferson purchased fifty acres of land east of the Jones property. Seeing how happy and settled Eli is, Billy is now feeling the itch, wanting what Eli and Hannah have, and there is a young lady who has caught his eye, Mirabella Blackstone, daughter of the town’s pastor.
Gavin: The pastor’s daughter? The pastor’s daughter. Billy, you know her pa will never agree. You and me—we aren’t respectable folk. You know that. We’re gunslingers.
Billy: We’re lawmen. Guns for hire. And we take the jobs that help, not hurt.
Gavin: Be that as it may. I can’t see Pastor Blackstone wanting his only child—a daughter, no less—married to a gunslinger. Not with the reputations we have.
Billy: Well then, I reckon I’d better figure out how to change his mind.
The story will have Billy setting his sights on Mirabella Blackstone, but he isn’t alone; she has seen him and likes what she sees. Billy tries to do the right thing, speaking to the pastor, but that doesn’t work out well. Besides, Pastor Blackstone received a letter from a pastor friend whose son is coming this way, and he is hoping that Mirabella and Tom will make a match.
The story is a great example of not judging a book by its cover, in this case, a former gunslinger versus a professed preacher’s son. Looks, actions, and intentions are deceiving—and sometimes, you have allowed the wolf into the hen house by making erroneous assumptions, based on family and not actual character.
The story has life and death danger, acts of violence, and threats made to control people. It will have an unprotected town, due to the former corrupt sheriff being released from his duties and a new sheriff not yet being appointed. The town is offering the position to Gavin Jefferson, but he is unsure about wanting it—and that will become the next story in this series. But until then, Billy will speak with Gavin and Eli about what he has witnessed, and corroborated by Billy’s sister, Nora, when she stopped in town for a visit. But will they be too late to act on facts they have learned? What will become of Mirabella—and her family?
I’m enjoying this new series, and seeing cameo appearances from people from the first book. The story is a page-turning tale of good versus evil, along with a sweet, clean love story. The next book will be about Gavin Jefferson as the new sheriff of Red Ridge.
June 29, 2025
I want to start by saying I received an ARC of this book. This is a clean historical romance book. The main characters are Billy and Mirabelle. Billy is a gunslinger and Mirabelle is the pastors daughter. Billy has liked Mirabelle for some time but will her dad ever allow him to court Mirabelle? When Mirabelle’s life is in danger will Billy be able to save her in time? Will her father realize he was wrong about everything. I love how Mirabelle never judged Billy for being a gunslinger. This book had some suspense in it which I loved. Seeing Billy and Mirabelle together made me happy. I loved the side characters. The epilogue was awesome. I can’t wait to read Gavin’s book. Overall, this was a great book.
February 23, 2026
Absolutely love these romantic western stories. You just end up being immersed in the characters that you come to like and feel for when things are not going right, especially Mirabelle in this story.
A gunslinger has recently come to town, she likes him, but she hopes he likes her too. He is not like anyone she has met before. But with her being the pastor’s daughter her father has demanded that Billy can’t take her for a walk after he went and asked permission, Billy feels he is not good enough for his daughter. The pastor and his family are to uphold the right ways of behaving etc as not to shame the family. A man comes to town called Tom he is a pastor’s son and her father feels like he is more suited to marry his daughter. Her dad introduces Tom, he is very nice at first but then everything changes and Tom’s actions are not so nice, then damn rude.
After a while the Pastor’s family including Mirabelle are feeling like they are prisoners in their own home. But Tom is planning something so horrible!!!
Will they be able to finally be together? Will her father approve of Billy. Will Billy, Eli and Gus be able to save the to save the town.
Loved this read, it won’t be my last read by this author roll on to the next in this series, hurry up please!!
A gunslinger has recently come to town, she likes him, but she hopes he likes her too. He is not like anyone she has met before. But with her being the pastor’s daughter her father has demanded that Billy can’t take her for a walk after he went and asked permission, Billy feels he is not good enough for his daughter. The pastor and his family are to uphold the right ways of behaving etc as not to shame the family. A man comes to town called Tom he is a pastor’s son and her father feels like he is more suited to marry his daughter. Her dad introduces Tom, he is very nice at first but then everything changes and Tom’s actions are not so nice, then damn rude.
After a while the Pastor’s family including Mirabelle are feeling like they are prisoners in their own home. But Tom is planning something so horrible!!!
Will they be able to finally be together? Will her father approve of Billy. Will Billy, Eli and Gus be able to save the to save the town.
Loved this read, it won’t be my last read by this author roll on to the next in this series, hurry up please!!
February 24, 2026
I met Billy, the main male character, in The Gunslinger (Book 1 of this series) and could tell he had a good heart. You can read in any order, but I think the book would be more enjoyable if you did read or listen to book 1 first.
That being said, I really enjoyed this story. This author does a great job developing her characters and writes interesting plots, with enough suspense to keep you intrigued.
Mirabelle, the pastor's daughter, caught Billy's eye, and he approached her dad about calling on her. Her father told him no because of his profession; he just wasn't what he wanted for his daughter. They still saw and talked to each other occasionally, but Mirabelle was forced to allow someone else to court her. However, this man wasn't who he said he was. Billy's intuition and watchful eye let him know that something was amiss. And sure enough... he was right. The plot thickens, and much happens... You will need to read/listen to find out what and how it ends. However, I do believe you will enjoy this clean and wholesome book.
I listened to a complimentary audio of this. The narration was done very well. The voices from one character to the next were easy to follow. I am voluntarily leaving this review.
That being said, I really enjoyed this story. This author does a great job developing her characters and writes interesting plots, with enough suspense to keep you intrigued.
Mirabelle, the pastor's daughter, caught Billy's eye, and he approached her dad about calling on her. Her father told him no because of his profession; he just wasn't what he wanted for his daughter. They still saw and talked to each other occasionally, but Mirabelle was forced to allow someone else to court her. However, this man wasn't who he said he was. Billy's intuition and watchful eye let him know that something was amiss. And sure enough... he was right. The plot thickens, and much happens... You will need to read/listen to find out what and how it ends. However, I do believe you will enjoy this clean and wholesome book.
I listened to a complimentary audio of this. The narration was done very well. The voices from one character to the next were easy to follow. I am voluntarily leaving this review.
August 31, 2026
Ranch Life, Frontier Law, and a Very Stubborn Pastor
Billie Madison is finally settling into ranch life after saving the town, but the local gunslingers haven't quite cleared out of the territory. Book two in this series ramps up the stakes as Billie sets his sights on courting Mirabelle, the pastor's daughter. Naturally, her father has other—and entirely misguided—ideas about who is suitable for his daughter.
The pastor's chosen suitor turns out to be far more dangerous than anyone bargained for. When Mirabelle calls for help, Billie and his friends leap into action to dismantle a ruthless gang of thieves. The real twist this time? Billie has to operate within the bounds of the law, working alongside Frank, the newly appointed sheriff. Watching a quick-draw gunslinger try to play by the official rules adds a layer of genuine frustration and high-stakes tension to the story.
The romance between Billie and Mirabelle is sweet, grounded, and hard-won, balanced by a fast-paced plot where one man's sheer stubbornness puts an entire town in jeopardy. It is a sharp, danger-filled Western that delivers action, heart, and a proper taste of frontier justice
Billie Madison is finally settling into ranch life after saving the town, but the local gunslingers haven't quite cleared out of the territory. Book two in this series ramps up the stakes as Billie sets his sights on courting Mirabelle, the pastor's daughter. Naturally, her father has other—and entirely misguided—ideas about who is suitable for his daughter.
The pastor's chosen suitor turns out to be far more dangerous than anyone bargained for. When Mirabelle calls for help, Billie and his friends leap into action to dismantle a ruthless gang of thieves. The real twist this time? Billie has to operate within the bounds of the law, working alongside Frank, the newly appointed sheriff. Watching a quick-draw gunslinger try to play by the official rules adds a layer of genuine frustration and high-stakes tension to the story.
The romance between Billie and Mirabelle is sweet, grounded, and hard-won, balanced by a fast-paced plot where one man's sheer stubbornness puts an entire town in jeopardy. It is a sharp, danger-filled Western that delivers action, heart, and a proper taste of frontier justice
January 26, 2026
A short story that will keep you flipping those pages and for me to keep listening because I listened to the audiobook.
I loved the characters and the plot.
I liked the main character when I “met” him in the first book titled “The Gunslinger”. You can read this one first but you would enjoy it most if you read book one.
Billy and Mirabelle has a hard time getting to know each other because Mirabell’s parents are against her talking to a gunslinger. I enjoyed the way they both kept trying to see and talk to each other. Billy was on alert all the time trying to keep Mirabelle safe. Well it finally comes down to a life or death situation. Can Billy save her or will the other men take her? Very interesting!
This is part of the Red Ridge Chronicles Series. It’s a clean historical Western book that I think you will enjoy.
I received a copy from the author but was not required to write a positive review. All opinions are my own.
I loved the characters and the plot.
I liked the main character when I “met” him in the first book titled “The Gunslinger”. You can read this one first but you would enjoy it most if you read book one.
Billy and Mirabelle has a hard time getting to know each other because Mirabell’s parents are against her talking to a gunslinger. I enjoyed the way they both kept trying to see and talk to each other. Billy was on alert all the time trying to keep Mirabelle safe. Well it finally comes down to a life or death situation. Can Billy save her or will the other men take her? Very interesting!
This is part of the Red Ridge Chronicles Series. It’s a clean historical Western book that I think you will enjoy.
I received a copy from the author but was not required to write a positive review. All opinions are my own.
June 27, 2025
The Drifter by Sarah Lamb ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Book 2 of the Red Ridge Chronicles, a 4 book series from Sarah. All stand alone but connected, so once you read one you will want to read them all, trust me. Sweet Christian Western Romance now that's a mouth full but it describes it to a T.
A new gunslinger in town has his eyes on the pastor's only daughter. The Pastor does not approve as he feels it would ruin their reputation with the town. So he takes matters in his own hands.
Can Billy (the gunslinger) prove his worth to the Pastor or will he lose her forever?
Pre-order this sweet book today so it can be in your kindle on release day. Release day is July 3rd.
Book 2 of the Red Ridge Chronicles, a 4 book series from Sarah. All stand alone but connected, so once you read one you will want to read them all, trust me. Sweet Christian Western Romance now that's a mouth full but it describes it to a T.
A new gunslinger in town has his eyes on the pastor's only daughter. The Pastor does not approve as he feels it would ruin their reputation with the town. So he takes matters in his own hands.
Can Billy (the gunslinger) prove his worth to the Pastor or will he lose her forever?
Pre-order this sweet book today so it can be in your kindle on release day. Release day is July 3rd.
July 14, 2025
This story has romance, suspense, and is a really great story. Mirabelle is the preacher's daughter and gunslinger, Billy, knows she is the one for him but Pastor Blackstone refuses to let Billy out his daughter. Enter Tom who says he's the preacher son of another preacher that Pastor Blackstone knew years ago. The Pastor wants his daughter to let Tom court Mirabelle but she's only interested in Billy. This is a story of misjudgement of character. Judging a man because of his past and missing seeing what the supposed good man really is until too late. That's all I'll say. I will say the story has a HEA ending. Read this story, it's a really good one.
August 6, 2026
Book 2 in the Red Ridge Chronicles, The Drifter deals with expectations and assumption. Billy Madison is a gunslinger which people want around when the chips are down, but not as part of “polite society” because of assumptions about their character and past deeds. I felt bad for Billy as he struggled against these assumptions and tried to fit in. Mirabelle is just the right gal to get him the recognition he deserves. She one determined lady, and I could relate to her frustrations. The author does a great job of building strong characters without them being too modern for the era. Very enjoyable.
July 4, 2025
Mirabelle had known instinctively when she witnessed a man bravely lift a woman out of the path of a runaway wagon that he was the man for her. Unfortunately, he was a gunslinger and her preacher Papa was never going to allow a man like him to court his daughter. He had her reputation to look after.
While Sarah Lamb takes you through some plot twists and turns you never see coming in this sweet romance, in the end, Papa’s choice for Mirabelle proves to be so wrong while her own instincts prove to be so right. Such a fun read!
While Sarah Lamb takes you through some plot twists and turns you never see coming in this sweet romance, in the end, Papa’s choice for Mirabelle proves to be so wrong while her own instincts prove to be so right. Such a fun read!
August 15, 2026
Brilliant
I had a good chuckle at the MMC name Billy Maddison — all I could think was I hope he’s not like the movie. It was good this Billy Madison was not stupid. I am glad everything worked out for everyone in the end. And I’m keen to find out what happened with the first married gunslinger Eli, and was happy that the pastor and his family were safe. I can’t wait to read about this couple in other books — hoping for updates at least.
The audio narration was fantastic — highly recommend.
I had a good chuckle at the MMC name Billy Maddison — all I could think was I hope he’s not like the movie. It was good this Billy Madison was not stupid. I am glad everything worked out for everyone in the end. And I’m keen to find out what happened with the first married gunslinger Eli, and was happy that the pastor and his family were safe. I can’t wait to read about this couple in other books — hoping for updates at least.
The audio narration was fantastic — highly recommend.
July 5, 2025
I enjoyed the book! Billy was a gunslinger who became a rancher. Mirabelle was the pastor’s daughter. Both were smitten when they met but Mirabelle’s father would not let them court. He wanted her to marry a pastor’s son. When the pastor’s son arrived, Mirabelle felt there was something wrong with him. There is drama and excitement in the book. This is a clean wholesome book - I highly recommend reading it!
January 21, 2026
This was a sweet, clean western style historical romance that was fun to listen to. Sometimes the fmc made me roll my eyes at how clueless and naive she was, but that’s just gave the mmc more chances to rescue her. The happy ending, along with her father’s re-evaluation of her autonomy in her own life left me feeling satisfied and happy with the story. I loved how the gunslingers treated the women in this story and in the other books in the series!
June 22, 2026
The Drifter
Billy Madison, a gunslinger only desires one woman as his wife and she is off limits. Mirabelle Blackstone is the preacher’s daughter and he will not allow her to court the only man in which she is interested. Her father instead chooses a man who makes her feel unsafe. When danger finds her, will Billy be able to save Mirabelle? I recommend you read the book for the answer.
Billy Madison, a gunslinger only desires one woman as his wife and she is off limits. Mirabelle Blackstone is the preacher’s daughter and he will not allow her to court the only man in which she is interested. Her father instead chooses a man who makes her feel unsafe. When danger finds her, will Billy be able to save Mirabelle? I recommend you read the book for the answer.
June 30, 2026
Sweet Historical Romance
This was such a wild tale! Probably the most intriguing scenario I've ever read about! The father insists she marry a man of his choosing! Common enough, yet he's a vile man, but posing as a preacher's son. He's basically threatened everyone, but he only wants a wife for a cover up! The hero is the gunslinger the daughter wants to marry, yet the preacher thinks he's unworthy of his daughter! It's almost laughable!! 5 stars for sure!
This was such a wild tale! Probably the most intriguing scenario I've ever read about! The father insists she marry a man of his choosing! Common enough, yet he's a vile man, but posing as a preacher's son. He's basically threatened everyone, but he only wants a wife for a cover up! The hero is the gunslinger the daughter wants to marry, yet the preacher thinks he's unworthy of his daughter! It's almost laughable!! 5 stars for sure!
June 18, 2025
Billy is a tough gunslinger who is just plain swoony. Mirabelle is sweet and someone I could see myself being friends with. Robbers, gunslingers, and romance come together making for an entertaining read. The romance is forbidden which only fuels the story. From page one I was caught up in the story, and couldn't put it down. I can't wait for the next book!
June 19, 2025
I received an ARC of this book, and all opinions are mine,this is a very good book,it is a sweet, clean, Christian romance book, not a very long book,but good,I would recommend this book,and I am looking forward to the others in this series. Sarah Lamb is a relatively new author to me, but so far a very good author.
July 4, 2025
The Drifter
I loved Mirabelle and Billy story. Billy wants to date Mirabelle but her parents wont agree to it. Her dad thinks he is the bad guy. They think someone else is the good guy. Will Billy find out the truth? Read and find out.
I received an advanced copy of the book from the author. This book review is my own opinion.
I loved Mirabelle and Billy story. Billy wants to date Mirabelle but her parents wont agree to it. Her dad thinks he is the bad guy. They think someone else is the good guy. Will Billy find out the truth? Read and find out.
I received an advanced copy of the book from the author. This book review is my own opinion.
July 17, 2025
nice
A very nice book written by Sarah Lamb. This is book 2 of the Red Ridge Chronicles and is just as good as book 1. All the characters are strong and are enjoyable characters. A town in danger, a girl in need of help is saved by the drifter who wants to settle down. Could this be the place? A very enjoyable book to read.
A very nice book written by Sarah Lamb. This is book 2 of the Red Ridge Chronicles and is just as good as book 1. All the characters are strong and are enjoyable characters. A town in danger, a girl in need of help is saved by the drifter who wants to settle down. Could this be the place? A very enjoyable book to read.
July 20, 2025
Well, can any of us blame Pastor Blackstone for not wanting his daughter to be courted by a known gunslinger? We might not, but Billy Madison, said gunslinger, doesn’t understand it. He’s always supported the law, been kind to others and feels like he’s doing good. Amazing how someone’s perception can change when they need a gunslinger. I’m really enjoying how this series is going and look forward to the next book.
June 20, 2025
This book went in a different direction that I wasn’t expecting that made it all the more enjoyable! The author has a way of making her stories fresh and new. Highly recommend!
I received a complimentary copy of this book. The review is my honest opinion of it.
I received a complimentary copy of this book. The review is my honest opinion of it.
June 27, 2025
Just when I thought I would be reading a sweet little western, elements of danger, lives being threatened and more took me down a whole different path, holding my interest until the last word. A story to hold the reader captive start to finish!
February 19, 2026
I enjoyed finding out more about Billy, who we met in the Gunslinger. This was a entertaining tale about Billy proving he is worthy of Mirabelle, the preachers daughters. I enjoyed the humor sprinkled through the tale which broke up the tension at just the right places.
September 3, 2026
Excellent Story
There is never a dull moment in this book. Lots of action and lots of learning to not judge a book by its cover. I throughly enjoyed reading this book and highly recommend it.
There is never a dull moment in this book. Lots of action and lots of learning to not judge a book by its cover. I throughly enjoyed reading this book and highly recommend it.
July 18, 2025
Great book
I really enjoyed this book. It had just the right amount of suspense and adventure. I'm glad Marabelle got her happily ever after. I recommend this book.
I really enjoyed this book. It had just the right amount of suspense and adventure. I'm glad Marabelle got her happily ever after. I recommend this book.
August 18, 2025
I enjoyed reading Billy and Mirabelle's story
October 16, 2025
Loved the book, she is such a great writer. You don't want to put her books down, and I usually don't that is also why I like her short stories.
August 16, 2026
Excellent read really love the fact Billy fought for love
July 3, 2025
The Drifter is a good old time Western story. Billy wants what his friend, Eli has gotten. The three men, Eli, Billy and Gavin are all gunslingers, but now that Eli has settled down, Billy sees the benefit of a good woman. He has his sights on Mirabelle, but being the Pastor's daughter, it won't be easy. Come along for the ride and see how their reputation as gunslingers will be changed. Loved the story and the characters. Great read.
I was given an ARC of this book by the author for an honest review.
I was given an ARC of this book by the author for an honest review.
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