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The Sacketts Volume Two 12-Book Bundle
An enduring saga from one of our finest storytellers, the Sackett series stands at the forefront of Louis L’Amour’s sprawling canon of the American West. Led by an unforgettable trio of brothers, this one-of-a-kind family embodies the frontier ideals of toughness, determination, and justice that have captured the imagination of millions. Now this riveting eBook bundle collects all twelve novels set during the 1870s—the classic Sackett era:
THE DAYBREAKERS
LANDO
SACKETT
MOJAVE CROSSING
THE SACKETT BRAND
THE SKY-LINERS
THE LONELY MEN
MUSTANG MAN
GALLOWAY
TREASURE MOUNTAIN
RIDE THE DARK TRAIL
LONELY ON THE MOUNTAIN
Also includes the short stories “The Courting of Griselda” and “Booty for a Badman”!
Hunt one Sackett and you hunt ’em all. Those are the words of the fiercely loyal and notoriously fierce Sacketts. From the courageous brothers Tell, Orrin, and Tyrel, who bring law and order from Santa Fe to Montana, to Orlando the renowned boxer and Lango the rebellious drifter, the whole clan is no stranger to trouble. But the Sackett boys aren’t out to make a reputation—it just happens that way.
THE DAYBREAKERS
LANDO
SACKETT
MOJAVE CROSSING
THE SACKETT BRAND
THE SKY-LINERS
THE LONELY MEN
MUSTANG MAN
GALLOWAY
TREASURE MOUNTAIN
RIDE THE DARK TRAIL
LONELY ON THE MOUNTAIN
Also includes the short stories “The Courting of Griselda” and “Booty for a Badman”!
Hunt one Sackett and you hunt ’em all. Those are the words of the fiercely loyal and notoriously fierce Sacketts. From the courageous brothers Tell, Orrin, and Tyrel, who bring law and order from Santa Fe to Montana, to Orlando the renowned boxer and Lango the rebellious drifter, the whole clan is no stranger to trouble. But the Sackett boys aren’t out to make a reputation—it just happens that way.
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Louis L'Amour
993 books3,449 followersLouis Dearborn L'Amour was an American novelist and short story writer. His books consisted primarily of Western novels, though he called his work "frontier stories". His most widely known Western fiction works include Last of the Breed, Hondo, Shalako, and the Sackett series. L'Amour also wrote historical fiction (The Walking Drum), science fiction (The Haunted Mesa), non-fiction (Frontier), and poetry and short-story collections. Many of his stories were made into films. His books remain popular and most have gone through multiple printings. At the time of his death, almost all of his 105 existing works (89 novels, 14 short-story collections, and two full-length works of nonfiction) were still in print, and he was "one of the world's most popular writers".
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June 10, 2018
This 12 book bundle contains the following novels.
The Daybreakers. What a story! I read this decades ago when I was in high school; it was my introduction to Westerns. I loved it then and I love it now. In the Sackett series, this introduces my favorite Sacketts, Tyrel and Orrin (Tell is mentioned).
This book has it all: Bad Guys (and Gal), Good Guys, Guys Who Choose Wrongly, and True Love. Since I moved to Texas and had the opportunity to see New Mexico, I can see how well L'Amour described the land. It was a different time with different attitudes and L'Amour makes the reader see that clearly.
If you've never read a Western, then this is the perfect introduction to the genre. It is well worth reading. Five stars.
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Lando. This Western starts out in Tennessee and moves west. It's theme seems to be revenge and it is explored in several ways. Sadly, I don't think the character of Lando was as well developed as the Sacketts were in the earlier novels. However, the character of the Tinker was rich with hints about his past. The mystery behind Falcon Sackett was also nicely created. Those and a racing mule raised the book above the average Western.
Fans of Louis L'Amour will like this book. Fans of the Sackett series will want it. Four stars.
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Sackett. I really enjoyed this book. It is far more complex than the movie would suggest. Tell Sackett is a thoughtful man who considers honor and duty. He also has thoughts about the effects of literacy. It is this that makes it a classic Western and raises it well above the average.
If you want to introduce someone to the Western genre, this would be a good entry point. Five stars.
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Mojave Crossing. Tell Sackett is one of my favorites of the Sacketts, so I was delighted to see him as the lead in this book. The book was full of tiny twists, including adding a new Sackett to the list: Nolan Sackett, a gunfighter for hire. There is a love story -- or is it a betrayal? I'm not going to tell here! Read the book!
If you like Westerns, you'll like this one. Five stars.
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The Sackett Brand. Tell Sackett has finally married Ange, his own true love. They are heading west to start their own life together. However, Tell is nearly murdered and returns to find his wife gone without a trace.
I hated some of the story, because I wanted a happy ending for Tell and Ange and that wasn't to be (she is found murdered -- this happens early in the book, so I'm not giving away anything). I loved other parts of it. I think the message is that with family, you are never really alone.
If you like Westerns and haven't read this one, what are you waiting for? Add it to your to-read list pronto. Five stars.
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The Sky-Liners. Flagan and Galloway Sackett are mentioned in The Sackett Brand and this book follows on its heels. The Sacketts don't go looking for trouble, but somehow it seems to find them. They cross the villainous Black Fletchen early in the book, spiriting away Judith, a girl he's set his eyes on -- or maybe it is her horses and the land she'll inherit out west? These Tennessee boys do what they do best by living honestly, killing the bad guys, sending the wannabe bad guys either home or to the grave, and saving the girl.
The book ended up being a "feel good book" in that everything turns out as it should, no surprise in most Westerns. Go ahead an add it to your Western collection. 4.5 stars
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The Lonely Men. This is another book in the Sackett series and features Tell Sackett. Unlike today, news travels slowly and Tell doesn't know that the ex-wife of Orrin Sackett is "ex" and out to make sure Sacketts suffer. So when she informs Tell there's a young Sackett who has been kidnapped by Apaches, he believes her and off he goes.
It is a fun book, full of adventure and wonderful descriptions of the land. Tell is one of my favorite Sackett characters and his observations are always interesting. The only problem is the book is short! It tells the story, though. It is just me wanting to spend more time there.
If you like traditional Westerns, you've probably already read this book. If you haven't, then pick it up; you'll enjoy it. Five stars.
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Mustang Man. Another book in the Sackett series, this features Nolan Sackett who is an outlaw with a heart of gold -- or is that a heart that lusts after gold? Never you worry, Nolan is a Sackett and a good man who will no doubt save the day and the girl. This is a quick-read Western and I enjoyed it.
If you like Westerns, you'll probably like this one, too. Four stars.
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Galloway. I started the year with a western. Of course I love the Sacketts, even if they are on the rougher side as Galloway and Flagan are. Gold, cattle and obstacles abound. And there is a pretty girl. I enjoyed the book and will continue reading the series.
Who would enjoy it? Anyone who enjoys Westerns. 4.5 stars.
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Treasure Mountain. Tell Sackett is back in this book with Orrin Sackett, whose taste in women has definitely not improved. This book has an interesting quest to find out what happened to their father. Yes, gold does creep in, but it wasn't the main focus in my mind. And there is another of L'Amour's spunky female characters that I like.
The true love in this book is the land itself. From the canyons around the Red River and the Tucumcari Mountain, to the San Juan mountains, you can feel the love of the land and the freedom it represents.
Were there some less than plausible moments? Yes. But fiction is rarely about "normal" life as it would be boring for the most part. The point is that I really liked the book.
Who else would like it? People who enjoy Westerns or others who have followed the Sackett series. 4.5 stars.
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Ride the Dark Trail. I really liked this book, not so much for Logan Sackett as for Emily Talon who was born a Sackett. I would love to be as tough and brave as she can be.
Of course there are bad guys galore; it wouldn't be much of a story to have the hero ride into town and ride out without anything happening. I enjoyed the description of the land as well as the way that the characters thought out why they were doing what they were doing.
Easily read as a stand-alone tale, it does do better to read it in series order (either chronological or publication) so to pick up more nuances. I'd suggest it to anyone who enjoys Westerns. Five stars.
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Lonely on the Mountain by Louis L'Amour. This final novel (chronologically) in the Sackett series kept me turning pages until the end. It reunites Tell, Tye, and Orrin Sackett who are coming to the rescue of Logan Sackett. The cattle drive part was interesting as was the intrigue that threatened the success of the drive.
I like the description of the land and the details about the drive. My only regret is that there are no more books in the series to read. I thought there was more story to tell.
If you like Westerns, then you will like this book. If you are a fan of the Sackett series, then this is a must read. 4.5 stars.
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I'd give the set five stars because of the hours of enjoyment.
The Daybreakers. What a story! I read this decades ago when I was in high school; it was my introduction to Westerns. I loved it then and I love it now. In the Sackett series, this introduces my favorite Sacketts, Tyrel and Orrin (Tell is mentioned).
This book has it all: Bad Guys (and Gal), Good Guys, Guys Who Choose Wrongly, and True Love. Since I moved to Texas and had the opportunity to see New Mexico, I can see how well L'Amour described the land. It was a different time with different attitudes and L'Amour makes the reader see that clearly.
If you've never read a Western, then this is the perfect introduction to the genre. It is well worth reading. Five stars.
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Lando. This Western starts out in Tennessee and moves west. It's theme seems to be revenge and it is explored in several ways. Sadly, I don't think the character of Lando was as well developed as the Sacketts were in the earlier novels. However, the character of the Tinker was rich with hints about his past. The mystery behind Falcon Sackett was also nicely created. Those and a racing mule raised the book above the average Western.
Fans of Louis L'Amour will like this book. Fans of the Sackett series will want it. Four stars.
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Sackett. I really enjoyed this book. It is far more complex than the movie would suggest. Tell Sackett is a thoughtful man who considers honor and duty. He also has thoughts about the effects of literacy. It is this that makes it a classic Western and raises it well above the average.
If you want to introduce someone to the Western genre, this would be a good entry point. Five stars.
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Mojave Crossing. Tell Sackett is one of my favorites of the Sacketts, so I was delighted to see him as the lead in this book. The book was full of tiny twists, including adding a new Sackett to the list: Nolan Sackett, a gunfighter for hire. There is a love story -- or is it a betrayal? I'm not going to tell here! Read the book!
If you like Westerns, you'll like this one. Five stars.
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The Sackett Brand. Tell Sackett has finally married Ange, his own true love. They are heading west to start their own life together. However, Tell is nearly murdered and returns to find his wife gone without a trace.
I hated some of the story, because I wanted a happy ending for Tell and Ange and that wasn't to be (she is found murdered -- this happens early in the book, so I'm not giving away anything). I loved other parts of it. I think the message is that with family, you are never really alone.
If you like Westerns and haven't read this one, what are you waiting for? Add it to your to-read list pronto. Five stars.
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The Sky-Liners. Flagan and Galloway Sackett are mentioned in The Sackett Brand and this book follows on its heels. The Sacketts don't go looking for trouble, but somehow it seems to find them. They cross the villainous Black Fletchen early in the book, spiriting away Judith, a girl he's set his eyes on -- or maybe it is her horses and the land she'll inherit out west? These Tennessee boys do what they do best by living honestly, killing the bad guys, sending the wannabe bad guys either home or to the grave, and saving the girl.
The book ended up being a "feel good book" in that everything turns out as it should, no surprise in most Westerns. Go ahead an add it to your Western collection. 4.5 stars
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The Lonely Men. This is another book in the Sackett series and features Tell Sackett. Unlike today, news travels slowly and Tell doesn't know that the ex-wife of Orrin Sackett is "ex" and out to make sure Sacketts suffer. So when she informs Tell there's a young Sackett who has been kidnapped by Apaches, he believes her and off he goes.
It is a fun book, full of adventure and wonderful descriptions of the land. Tell is one of my favorite Sackett characters and his observations are always interesting. The only problem is the book is short! It tells the story, though. It is just me wanting to spend more time there.
If you like traditional Westerns, you've probably already read this book. If you haven't, then pick it up; you'll enjoy it. Five stars.
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Mustang Man. Another book in the Sackett series, this features Nolan Sackett who is an outlaw with a heart of gold -- or is that a heart that lusts after gold? Never you worry, Nolan is a Sackett and a good man who will no doubt save the day and the girl. This is a quick-read Western and I enjoyed it.
If you like Westerns, you'll probably like this one, too. Four stars.
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Galloway. I started the year with a western. Of course I love the Sacketts, even if they are on the rougher side as Galloway and Flagan are. Gold, cattle and obstacles abound. And there is a pretty girl. I enjoyed the book and will continue reading the series.
Who would enjoy it? Anyone who enjoys Westerns. 4.5 stars.
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Treasure Mountain. Tell Sackett is back in this book with Orrin Sackett, whose taste in women has definitely not improved. This book has an interesting quest to find out what happened to their father. Yes, gold does creep in, but it wasn't the main focus in my mind. And there is another of L'Amour's spunky female characters that I like.
The true love in this book is the land itself. From the canyons around the Red River and the Tucumcari Mountain, to the San Juan mountains, you can feel the love of the land and the freedom it represents.
Were there some less than plausible moments? Yes. But fiction is rarely about "normal" life as it would be boring for the most part. The point is that I really liked the book.
Who else would like it? People who enjoy Westerns or others who have followed the Sackett series. 4.5 stars.
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Ride the Dark Trail. I really liked this book, not so much for Logan Sackett as for Emily Talon who was born a Sackett. I would love to be as tough and brave as she can be.
Of course there are bad guys galore; it wouldn't be much of a story to have the hero ride into town and ride out without anything happening. I enjoyed the description of the land as well as the way that the characters thought out why they were doing what they were doing.
Easily read as a stand-alone tale, it does do better to read it in series order (either chronological or publication) so to pick up more nuances. I'd suggest it to anyone who enjoys Westerns. Five stars.
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Lonely on the Mountain by Louis L'Amour. This final novel (chronologically) in the Sackett series kept me turning pages until the end. It reunites Tell, Tye, and Orrin Sackett who are coming to the rescue of Logan Sackett. The cattle drive part was interesting as was the intrigue that threatened the success of the drive.
I like the description of the land and the details about the drive. My only regret is that there are no more books in the series to read. I thought there was more story to tell.
If you like Westerns, then you will like this book. If you are a fan of the Sackett series, then this is a must read. 4.5 stars.
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I'd give the set five stars because of the hours of enjoyment.
September 20, 2017
It's nice to get these twelve books together in one collection for less than the price you would pay for each title individually in the Amazon Kindle store; if you enjoy reading the series, please make sure you get the first five book volume set as it sets the stage for this series. What I also appreciate is the Sackett books are in historical, not date written, order as you can chronicle the lives of the Sackett clan through early American history.
Louis L'Amour was not one of the most technical or long-winded writers, he was short, succinct, and to the point and had a way that grabs you into the story immediately. The descriptions of the scenery, events, people, and situations made you feel as if you were right there living it side-by-side with his characters.
With books 7-18 of the series, you not only have the classic Louis L'Amour situations with the good guy fighting the bad guy, a life-threatening conflict, the good guy wins and gets the girl, you also get more of a historical educational aspect of the life and times of early America and will learn a thing or two.
As I type this review, this combination of the twelvestories is priced at $56.99, compared to $5.99 each if you bought them on a standalone basis in the Kindle format: the $56.99 for all five is a good value vs. approximately $70 on an individual basis - you'll get a lot more than $56.99 of entertainment out of these!
Louis L'Amour was not one of the most technical or long-winded writers, he was short, succinct, and to the point and had a way that grabs you into the story immediately. The descriptions of the scenery, events, people, and situations made you feel as if you were right there living it side-by-side with his characters.
With books 7-18 of the series, you not only have the classic Louis L'Amour situations with the good guy fighting the bad guy, a life-threatening conflict, the good guy wins and gets the girl, you also get more of a historical educational aspect of the life and times of early America and will learn a thing or two.
As I type this review, this combination of the twelvestories is priced at $56.99, compared to $5.99 each if you bought them on a standalone basis in the Kindle format: the $56.99 for all five is a good value vs. approximately $70 on an individual basis - you'll get a lot more than $56.99 of entertainment out of these!
February 20, 2018
no matter which book you read of Mr. L'Amour you are in for a good story.
The Sacketts are my favorite family. I have read everyone of the books! It would be
very hard to say which Sackett is my favorite. If you love a good western an haven't read
any of Mr.L'Amours then don't wait you won't be disappointed. But look for the list so you can
read them in the correct order.
The Sacketts are my favorite family. I have read everyone of the books! It would be
very hard to say which Sackett is my favorite. If you love a good western an haven't read
any of Mr.L'Amours then don't wait you won't be disappointed. But look for the list so you can
read them in the correct order.
March 1, 2019
Great read
A great story teller. All through the book I thought of my family. They were North Carolina and Tennessee hill folks, arriving in this country in the late 1600's. I love the way he progresses through history and the accuracy of the places and names. A family saga of great entertainment.
A great story teller. All through the book I thought of my family. They were North Carolina and Tennessee hill folks, arriving in this country in the late 1600's. I love the way he progresses through history and the accuracy of the places and names. A family saga of great entertainment.
June 18, 2020
Some very good reading!
I've read Louis L'amour books,since I was a kid,I'm sixty eight years old now.I 've read a lot of these books years ago,and it has been a great pleasure to find these collections.Some great memories!I would recommend them to anyone who wants to ride the lonesome trails.Michael Smith,Citra,Florida.
I've read Louis L'amour books,since I was a kid,I'm sixty eight years old now.I 've read a lot of these books years ago,and it has been a great pleasure to find these collections.Some great memories!I would recommend them to anyone who wants to ride the lonesome trails.Michael Smith,Citra,Florida.
November 1, 2020
Just plain good.
My father was a huge Louis L'Amour fan. I decided to give them a read. The Sacketts embody all the best ideals of what a man and a woman should be, with some rough edges. The story telling is iconic and kept me wanting more. Puts you right in the heart of wild west. The Sackett novels are just plain good.
My father was a huge Louis L'Amour fan. I decided to give them a read. The Sacketts embody all the best ideals of what a man and a woman should be, with some rough edges. The story telling is iconic and kept me wanting more. Puts you right in the heart of wild west. The Sackett novels are just plain good.
March 9, 2021
Like all good books, I dreaded the end of Sackett stories.
I appreciated the locations, looking up places and people and feel I learned a lot about my ancestors who lived in colonial south and went west with each generation finally ending up in Kansas Territory in the late 1869s. Besides being entertained I feel that I understand a lot more about the lives of my four bears.
I appreciated the locations, looking up places and people and feel I learned a lot about my ancestors who lived in colonial south and went west with each generation finally ending up in Kansas Territory in the late 1869s. Besides being entertained I feel that I understand a lot more about the lives of my four bears.
September 24, 2019
Great combination of a great author.
The combination of the total Sackett's volumes was a excellent idea. It was great to be able to go from one book to next and have in critical order.
The combination of the total Sackett's volumes was a excellent idea. It was great to be able to go from one book to next and have in critical order.
December 8, 2022
Sackett series
Man what a great ride through words. You can not go wrong reading Louis Lamour western books. This is my second time through this series over a couple decades and he is considerably the best author in my opinion.
Man what a great ride through words. You can not go wrong reading Louis Lamour western books. This is my second time through this series over a couple decades and he is considerably the best author in my opinion.
July 4, 2023
It’s been a long time since I read the original paperbacks of these stories. They’re still timeless and I still adore them. Too bad Mr. L’Amour never finished out the series as I would have loved to read more.
October 4, 2024
Fantastic
I love the Sackets! And all that they stand for.
I am so happy that I have been able to get this book with so many of them altogether. Well, worth the money if you love reading about the Sackett family.
I love the Sackets! And all that they stand for.
I am so happy that I have been able to get this book with so many of them altogether. Well, worth the money if you love reading about the Sackett family.
September 28, 2025
Never a disappointing read.
I have read these books dozens of times and it is always a relaxing and interesting experience. Mr. L’Amour was a master story teller. He will be forever missed as if a part of our family had gone.
I have read these books dozens of times and it is always a relaxing and interesting experience. Mr. L’Amour was a master story teller. He will be forever missed as if a part of our family had gone.
June 19, 2019
Great reading!
The Sackett series is a great time of reading and relaxing when the boob tube has nothing to offer. AWSOME!
The Sackett series is a great time of reading and relaxing when the boob tube has nothing to offer. AWSOME!
October 5, 2019
Outstanding!
Another great group of books by the Master of the Western Tale. It is so pleasant to reas well written bokand well worth the money spent.
Another great group of books by the Master of the Western Tale. It is so pleasant to reas well written bokand well worth the money spent.
May 10, 2022
Louis L’Amour
The first novel I ever read was nLouis L’Amour’s The Ferguson Rifle, Since them I have read all of his westerns an a lot of his others.
The first novel I ever read was nLouis L’Amour’s The Ferguson Rifle, Since them I have read all of his westerns an a lot of his others.
September 25, 2024
Louis L’amour never disappoints.
The bundle had many of my favorites. Once I got started I read them all again in a couple of days.
The bundle had many of my favorites. Once I got started I read them all again in a couple of days.
July 14, 2025
Good reads
Louis L’amour has a way with dialogue and plot that make the Sackett stories keepers. Easy to see why he is so popular with so many readers
Louis L’amour has a way with dialogue and plot that make the Sackett stories keepers. Easy to see why he is so popular with so many readers
September 28, 2016
Louis L'Amour's Part 2 of the Combined Sackett Novels (12 novels)
Each of the 12 novels that are part of this collection is superb! I love reading but never thought I would love the Western Novel! I guess one could say I was not enlightened! Louis L'Amour was an enthusiastic writer, with his love of the western lands and the people who made their way there, an obvious favorite.
I am sad that there will be no additional Sackett Novels. I have grown to depend on "Tell" as he is the eldest brother in this particular Sackett family. If I could have voted, Orrin would have been my choice for whatever office he was running. Tyrel, the middle child of this family, is hell on wheels with a gun, but so is Tell. Tyrel, with his quiet manner and family loyalty, chose a beautiful Senorita to be his wife.
The cousins that I have met along the way, like the Sackett family mentioned above, all came from the Tennessee hills and moved west where all of the Sackett families have been reunited. And, I want to read more about this family I have grown to love and respect!
Each of the 12 novels that are part of this collection is superb! I love reading but never thought I would love the Western Novel! I guess one could say I was not enlightened! Louis L'Amour was an enthusiastic writer, with his love of the western lands and the people who made their way there, an obvious favorite.
I am sad that there will be no additional Sackett Novels. I have grown to depend on "Tell" as he is the eldest brother in this particular Sackett family. If I could have voted, Orrin would have been my choice for whatever office he was running. Tyrel, the middle child of this family, is hell on wheels with a gun, but so is Tell. Tyrel, with his quiet manner and family loyalty, chose a beautiful Senorita to be his wife.
The cousins that I have met along the way, like the Sackett family mentioned above, all came from the Tennessee hills and moved west where all of the Sackett families have been reunited. And, I want to read more about this family I have grown to love and respect!
February 20, 2016
This is the most I've ever paid for an eBook, but I've gotten what I paid for. It's one of the sagas that you just can't put down. Louis L'Amour is a master of historical fiction, and the Sackett clan is one I will not soon forget.
August 30, 2015
Loved it
I loved these novels. From the first to the last, everyone was fulfilling in their own way. My only regret is that there aren't any more to read.
I loved these novels. From the first to the last, everyone was fulfilling in their own way. My only regret is that there aren't any more to read.
November 17, 2022
More stories by the western auther of our time
The title of my comment says it all. I'll now go back and start over again on Book 1. It' s been a long time.
The title of my comment says it all. I'll now go back and start over again on Book 1. It' s been a long time.
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