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Braska: A Traditional Western Adventure Series
Wayne D. Dundee introduces a bold new hero in
Braska
, a gripping tale of loyalty, redemption, and justice in the untamed West.
After six years behind bars for a crime he didn’t commit, Virgil “Braska” Smith returns home with one rebuild the life he sacrificed to save his younger brother. But instead of the home he left behind, he finds only abandonment and betrayal. His brother has disappeared—leaving behind his wife, his child, and the family ranch Braska went to prison to protect.
Fueled by anger and a need for answers, Braska sets out across the rugged frontier to track him down. Along the way, he battles lawless men, faces dangerous terrain, and proves his grit and decency despite the “ex-con” label that shadows him. The trail leads him to a remote corner of New Mexico, where Braska will confront not only his brother’s choices but also the kind of man he wants to be.
With danger at every turn and his past weighing heavy, Braska’s journey is one of justice, courage, and survival in a land as unforgiving as the men who roam it.
Join Braska on the first steps of an unforgettable journey, where courage is tested, bonds are broken, and justice rides tall in the saddle.
“Nobody writes a better Western than Wayne Dundee … If ever there was a successor to Louis L'Amour, it's Dundee” —Michael A. Black, author of Where Legends Lie
After six years behind bars for a crime he didn’t commit, Virgil “Braska” Smith returns home with one rebuild the life he sacrificed to save his younger brother. But instead of the home he left behind, he finds only abandonment and betrayal. His brother has disappeared—leaving behind his wife, his child, and the family ranch Braska went to prison to protect.
Fueled by anger and a need for answers, Braska sets out across the rugged frontier to track him down. Along the way, he battles lawless men, faces dangerous terrain, and proves his grit and decency despite the “ex-con” label that shadows him. The trail leads him to a remote corner of New Mexico, where Braska will confront not only his brother’s choices but also the kind of man he wants to be.
With danger at every turn and his past weighing heavy, Braska’s journey is one of justice, courage, and survival in a land as unforgiving as the men who roam it.
Join Braska on the first steps of an unforgettable journey, where courage is tested, bonds are broken, and justice rides tall in the saddle.
“Nobody writes a better Western than Wayne Dundee … If ever there was a successor to Louis L'Amour, it's Dundee” —Michael A. Black, author of Where Legends Lie
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Published March 25, 2025
About the author
Wayne D. Dundee
93 books19 followersWayne Dundee lives in the once-notorious old cowtown of Ogallala, on the hinge of Nebraska's panhandle. To date, Dundee has had six novels, three novellas, and over two dozen short stories published. All of the novels and most of the short stories have featured his PI protagonist, Joe Hannibal. He also writes in the fantasy, straight crime, and Western genres. Dismal River is his first Western novel.
Titles in the Hannibal series have been translated into several languages and nominated for an Edgar, an Anthony, and six Shamus Awards. Dundee also founded and was the original editor of Hardboiled Magazine.
A short Western story was recently named winner of the Peacemaker Award from the Western Fictioneers.
Titles in the Hannibal series have been translated into several languages and nominated for an Edgar, an Anthony, and six Shamus Awards. Dundee also founded and was the original editor of Hardboiled Magazine.
A short Western story was recently named winner of the Peacemaker Award from the Western Fictioneers.
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June 21, 2025
Braska
Excellent book.
Like so many western writers, they feel the need to take the lords name in a disgusting and unessary manner. This adds nothing to the book.
Excellent book.
Like so many western writers, they feel the need to take the lords name in a disgusting and unessary manner. This adds nothing to the book.
March 25, 2025
Join Braska as he searches for answers and his wayward brother.
Braska by Wayne D. Dundee introduces readers to Virgil "Braska" Smith, a determined protagonist who returns to the unforgiving West after serving six years for a crime he never committed. Instead of the reunion with family he hoped for, Braska is met with abandonment and betrayal—his beloved brother, along with his wife, child, and the family ranch he once guarded, has vanished. This shocking turn of events ignites his urgent quest for truth and justice, propelling him deep into the harsh landscape of the frontier.
As his journey unfolds, Braska confronts lawless outlaws and navigates treacherous terrain while wrestling with the shadow of his past. Along the way, he is forced to reassess his values, battling not only external adversaries but also his internal struggles. Dundee masterfully intertwines high-stakes action with themes of loyalty, redemption, and the quest for self-discovery, delivering a Western tale where every moment is charged with determination and the promise of a hard-won justice. Pick up your copy and dive into this heart-pumping adventure today!
• ASIN: B0DXY8VSRJ
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• Publication Date: 3/25/2025
• File Size: 5.3 MB
• Print Length: pages
• Genre: Louis L'Amour Westerns - Frontier & Pioneer Western Fiction - Western Fiction Classics
Braska by Wayne D. Dundee introduces readers to Virgil "Braska" Smith, a determined protagonist who returns to the unforgiving West after serving six years for a crime he never committed. Instead of the reunion with family he hoped for, Braska is met with abandonment and betrayal—his beloved brother, along with his wife, child, and the family ranch he once guarded, has vanished. This shocking turn of events ignites his urgent quest for truth and justice, propelling him deep into the harsh landscape of the frontier.
As his journey unfolds, Braska confronts lawless outlaws and navigates treacherous terrain while wrestling with the shadow of his past. Along the way, he is forced to reassess his values, battling not only external adversaries but also his internal struggles. Dundee masterfully intertwines high-stakes action with themes of loyalty, redemption, and the quest for self-discovery, delivering a Western tale where every moment is charged with determination and the promise of a hard-won justice. Pick up your copy and dive into this heart-pumping adventure today!
• ASIN: B0DXY8VSRJ
• Publisher: Choose an item.
• Publication Date: 3/25/2025
• File Size: 5.3 MB
• Print Length: pages
• Genre: Louis L'Amour Westerns - Frontier & Pioneer Western Fiction - Western Fiction Classics
April 1, 2025
Braska (Virgil Smith) makes a sacrifice to save his brother after a shootout in the saloon goes bad. Braska's little brother accidentally shot a man during a confrontation in the bar and Braska took the blame as he just wanted to be a drifter and his brother wanted to take care of the family ranch. Six years later Braska returns and finds the family ranch had new owners and his little brother had joined a ruthless bunch of outlaws. Braska wants to find his brother and get some answers but the outlaw band also wants to find him as he disappeared after the robbery with the money. There is action along the way for wester loving readers. It was hard to put this book down as something was always happening.
May 13, 2025
Good characters and progress in the developed story
I have to admit that I have been able to read a lot due to being messed up in a car accident. I stick to Kindle unlimited mostly and I don't have the cash to buy books. Fortunately, there is more than enough to get by on. This book is an excellent example of what is available. You can just get by and all will be well. I recommend this series for good 4 stars and You will be happy. Try it out.
I have to admit that I have been able to read a lot due to being messed up in a car accident. I stick to Kindle unlimited mostly and I don't have the cash to buy books. Fortunately, there is more than enough to get by on. This book is an excellent example of what is available. You can just get by and all will be well. I recommend this series for good 4 stars and You will be happy. Try it out.
April 15, 2025
Keep Moving
Just like I like my westerns busy and full of gun play. Nice to see bad guys get justice. Because the story was in a neck of woods I'm familiar with loved the name Braska. Thanks for entertaining me a couple days.
Just like I like my westerns busy and full of gun play. Nice to see bad guys get justice. Because the story was in a neck of woods I'm familiar with loved the name Braska. Thanks for entertaining me a couple days.
April 29, 2025
Good story
I liked the cover and the title, plus I've read your other works. I like your stories, and the fact they provide accurate descriptions of Black Americans at that time on our history.
I liked the cover and the title, plus I've read your other works. I like your stories, and the fact they provide accurate descriptions of Black Americans at that time on our history.
May 27, 2025
Braska
Enjoyed the book, interesting read! It didn't turn out the way I thought it would, but it was ok. I thought book two would follow with Braska winding up as the Sheriff back at home!!
Enjoyed the book, interesting read! It didn't turn out the way I thought it would, but it was ok. I thought book two would follow with Braska winding up as the Sheriff back at home!!
June 13, 2025
The way a true hero stands
Characters developed soundly without fancy or frills, one man stands by his core and others join him. Those that create issues are the type of people you enjoy being bested. Looking forward to next book due out shortly.
Characters developed soundly without fancy or frills, one man stands by his core and others join him. Those that create issues are the type of people you enjoy being bested. Looking forward to next book due out shortly.
June 30, 2025
great read, entertaining!
Mr Dundee is a new author for me, this is a good story and well worth the read for western story readers, I’ve already bought the second book and will start it as soon as I’m done here.
Mr Dundee is a new author for me, this is a good story and well worth the read for western story readers, I’ve already bought the second book and will start it as soon as I’m done here.
July 4, 2025
Fabulous Story
This was one of the best westerns I have ever perused. Great characters, superb intrigue, and written with a velvet touch. Dundee is one of the top three or four writers of western novels. Excellent work.
This was one of the best westerns I have ever perused. Great characters, superb intrigue, and written with a velvet touch. Dundee is one of the top three or four writers of western novels. Excellent work.
September 19, 2025
only a four because he did not keep the girl
It ended well but not permanently for him and the girl. Lots of pain and grief. Lots of heroic action. A true western. Great painting the town of Tulamorow.
It ended well but not permanently for him and the girl. Lots of pain and grief. Lots of heroic action. A true western. Great painting the town of Tulamorow.
October 17, 2025
well written
The story was. Hard to put down. Was not what I expected but put together well.
Braska promised to take Lucille to New
Orleans but his brother’s burial would come first. Keep up the great work.
The story was. Hard to put down. Was not what I expected but put together well.
Braska promised to take Lucille to New
Orleans but his brother’s burial would come first. Keep up the great work.
March 28, 2025
strange story
I liked the book but was a wee bit up and down won’t be looking for a follow up on this one
I liked the book but was a wee bit up and down won’t be looking for a follow up on this one
April 4, 2025
Not a bad read
I must say that this book just left something out for me. I think it got pretty slow in some places. But not a bad read overall
I must say that this book just left something out for me. I think it got pretty slow in some places. But not a bad read overall
June 27, 2025
Braska
Top five of my reading great story twist and turns great ending hope you and your family great week ahead
Top five of my reading great story twist and turns great ending hope you and your family great week ahead
July 5, 2025
Fast z c and dedly
Not much romantic interests bun gift guns ebdrwhere intro she girlfriend dangerous and cunning very good reading unusual ending. Enjoyed
Not much romantic interests bun gift guns ebdrwhere intro she girlfriend dangerous and cunning very good reading unusual ending. Enjoyed
July 11, 2025
Excellent Western story!
August 8, 2025
Good read
Liked the story telling and the characters. Well done and included many different mini stories. The conclusion to the story was well done
Liked the story telling and the characters. Well done and included many different mini stories. The conclusion to the story was well done
August 23, 2025
A soft 3.
August 27, 2025
best of the west
Could not put it down
Looking forward to reading a few more on Kindle looking at Some of his whodunnits
Could not put it down
Looking forward to reading a few more on Kindle looking at Some of his whodunnits
September 23, 2025
Great storyline!
I loved this story, a bit of a sad ending but it made the book! I can't wait to read more about Braska, hopefully there's a whole series to follow!
I loved this story, a bit of a sad ending but it made the book! I can't wait to read more about Braska, hopefully there's a whole series to follow!
January 30, 2026
Very good
Enjoyed this book over a winter ice start here in WNC mountains. It was A interesting story, lots of excitement. Well edited!
Rock on!
Enjoyed this book over a winter ice start here in WNC mountains. It was A interesting story, lots of excitement. Well edited!
Rock on!
April 2, 2025
A superb story and writing - waiting for the continued journey!!
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