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Ben Blue #6
One Man Standing
One Man Standing is number 6 in the Ben Blue Series
The knife killing of three Taos County citizens leaves Sheriff Nelson scratching his head. Two of those murdered, were men who lived on the fringes of respectable society. The third man to die was a solid well liked rancher with close ties to the Blue family. With little or no connection between the victims, there is little to go on. Ben and JL Tate find themselves looking under rocks and beating the bushes looking for any kind of a clue. The first lead comes from an unexpected source and reveals a path of blood stretching from the flood plains of the Mississippi Delta to the Rio Grande Gorge of Taos County, New Mexico.
Twists, turns, a few dead ends, and other factors keep the action boiling and the suspense simmering. Dealing with those who are merely ruthless, mean, or simply lowdown is one thing, but trying to fathom the depths of a demented mind is quite another.
The knife killing of three Taos County citizens leaves Sheriff Nelson scratching his head. Two of those murdered, were men who lived on the fringes of respectable society. The third man to die was a solid well liked rancher with close ties to the Blue family. With little or no connection between the victims, there is little to go on. Ben and JL Tate find themselves looking under rocks and beating the bushes looking for any kind of a clue. The first lead comes from an unexpected source and reveals a path of blood stretching from the flood plains of the Mississippi Delta to the Rio Grande Gorge of Taos County, New Mexico.
Twists, turns, a few dead ends, and other factors keep the action boiling and the suspense simmering. Dealing with those who are merely ruthless, mean, or simply lowdown is one thing, but trying to fathom the depths of a demented mind is quite another.
162 pages, Kindle Edition
First published November 18, 2014
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Lou Bradshaw
41 books41 followersLou Bradshaw is a lifelong story teller, who spent most of his life as a commercial illustrator and graphic artist. Deadlines, clients, and vendors were all sources of sleep depriving stress. To combat insomnia, he would often create stories in his mind to take the place of what was bothering him. Soon, some of those stories had grown to the point that they needed to be put on paper. Taking up a felt tip pen and a loose leaf binder, he found something new, challenging, and exciting. He soon filled multiple binders and his distraction had become a passion. Upon retirement, he began assembling notes and scribbles into novels… the rest is history.
One of the unique features of his work is that as a dyslexic child, he was considered either slow or lazy by most of his teachers. To date he has written 7 books, which is 6 more than he was able to read while in school. His only legitimate book report, although 3 months late, was Huckleberry Finn.
Lou and his wife Avon live in the Missouri Ozarks, where they enjoy their family, golf, and the great outdoors.
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January 30, 2020Ben Blue Series
I cant wait to read the next book..I smell the camp fires and gum powder. You have made the characters real.. you are so talented
I cant wait to read the next book..I smell the camp fires and gum powder. You have made the characters real.. you are so talented
February 25, 2018
This series of books appears to improve with each new adventure and I was hooked from Chapter One of Book One! Mr. Bradshaw is a perfectionist of the first degree, when it comes to the descriptive mystery writing exploits of the old western adventures.
Five stars are all I can award these novels, but believe me they are certainly worthy of more. I am more than hooked on Mr. Bradshaw's descriptiveness in his writings of the man called Ben Blue. The Blue series is definitely worthy of comparison to Joe Pickett and U. S. Shorty Thompson series. I have read all of both these series and know I am capable of the comparison.
I am also proud of Mr. Bradshaw's many accomplishments, especially based on his initial problematic beginning. His descriptiveness of characters and storylines encourages his readers to move forward in anticipation of what will the next new adventure will bring.
I, most certainly, recommend this astounding series to anyone seeking new adventures into the true old western atmosphere. You, I am sure, will be as hooked as I am, especially wondering what Blue will do next. You will be overwhelmed with the anticipation and excitement created with each new adventure that awaits you!
Five stars are all I can award these novels, but believe me they are certainly worthy of more. I am more than hooked on Mr. Bradshaw's descriptiveness in his writings of the man called Ben Blue. The Blue series is definitely worthy of comparison to Joe Pickett and U. S. Shorty Thompson series. I have read all of both these series and know I am capable of the comparison.
I am also proud of Mr. Bradshaw's many accomplishments, especially based on his initial problematic beginning. His descriptiveness of characters and storylines encourages his readers to move forward in anticipation of what will the next new adventure will bring.
I, most certainly, recommend this astounding series to anyone seeking new adventures into the true old western atmosphere. You, I am sure, will be as hooked as I am, especially wondering what Blue will do next. You will be overwhelmed with the anticipation and excitement created with each new adventure that awaits you!
November 14, 2018
An LB Ben Blue (6) Western/Murder by Knife/Cattle Rustling/Civil War Vets
LB has penned the sixth novel of the Ben Blue seried, which is about a murderer who has committed murder through out the southern and South West. He arrives in BY country and BB discovers whom he is. Then the activities begin to escalate and possee are sent out to find the people who were breaking the law. This is an excellent read for the genre.....DEHS
LB has penned the sixth novel of the Ben Blue seried, which is about a murderer who has committed murder through out the southern and South West. He arrives in BY country and BB discovers whom he is. Then the activities begin to escalate and possee are sent out to find the people who were breaking the law. This is an excellent read for the genre.....DEHS
February 13, 2020
There are stabbing deaths of three local men when Ben and J L Tate respond to the call to pursue and eliminate the danger in Taos and the immediate area. It becomes clear that this is the action of a determined criminal moving across the southern states from Mississippi into New Mexico. Once again Ben is called on to pursue this evil gang with his ranch hand J L Tate. Each of the characters in this story are brought to live through their own stories and intentions. There is much action and violence in this story as the gang is pursued into a hostile area. Ben and his pursuers chase the villains into an isolated cabin. Ben uses dynamite to threaten and eventually overcome the entire gang. There is violence, danger, humor and romance in this story.
This is an action packed story that is a page turner from page one. Lou Bradshaw has developed a great series as we walk along with Ben as his wisdom and courage continue to grow.
I highly recommend this book and the entire series.
This is an action packed story that is a page turner from page one. Lou Bradshaw has developed a great series as we walk along with Ben as his wisdom and courage continue to grow.
I highly recommend this book and the entire series.
April 3, 2018
One Man Standing (Ben Blue 6)
Don't mess with Ben Blue, his kin or any of his friends. Although not a vicious man, be will exact justice. The story line is well thought out and presented in a logical and methodical story line. This book will! will hold your attention from start to finish. So, "Giddy Up."
Don't mess with Ben Blue, his kin or any of his friends. Although not a vicious man, be will exact justice. The story line is well thought out and presented in a logical and methodical story line. This book will! will hold your attention from start to finish. So, "Giddy Up."
April 28, 2021
Ben Blue always helps
When there is trouble, people call on Ben Blue to help them. A bad man seeking revenge from being in Andersonville. Twelve dead man later they get help from Ben.
When there is trouble, people call on Ben Blue to help them. A bad man seeking revenge from being in Andersonville. Twelve dead man later they get help from Ben.
August 9, 2018
Spirit
Once again I really enjoyed the read. I really like this author's seance of humor. I like Ben Blue's family and I have always loved old we s t stories.
Once again I really enjoyed the read. I really like this author's seance of humor. I like Ben Blue's family and I have always loved old we s t stories.
March 12, 2020
Good book
Read all of the books in order to really enjoy it. Storyline continues to grow and develop . Characters are realistic and get better and better.
Read all of the books in order to really enjoy it. Storyline continues to grow and develop . Characters are realistic and get better and better.
June 27, 2020
Excellent
Decent story, lots of good action, good characters, and now I need eight, seven, six, and a few other things.
Decent story, lots of good action, good characters, and now I need eight, seven, six, and a few other things.
September 15, 2021
Tater Saves The Day
Another high adventure Lou Bradshaw western. An outstanding story of murder, cattle rustling, and action in the old southwest. I would highly recommend it!
Another high adventure Lou Bradshaw western. An outstanding story of murder, cattle rustling, and action in the old southwest. I would highly recommend it!
June 11, 2016
Lou Bradshaw's writing is rich and colorful. Bradshaw's characters are developed over the series of his novels. His descriptions of his protagonist Ben Blue and group of associates are detailed, yet highly believable; in fact Ben is the kind of hero one would want for a son-in-law. I find myself drawn to Ben Blue as I am to Robert Greer's CJ Floyd, Craig Johnston's Walt Longmire, and C.J. Box's Joe Pickett. Of the Bradshaw BEN BLUE series-> I found the two best to be: "BLUE" and "ONE MAN STANDING".
January 18, 2017
Really enjoyed reading another Ben Blue adventure,kept me on the edge of my seat through the whole book,can't wait to begin Ben Blue book 7
The rating of this book was based on the story of another Ben Blue adventure,wouldnt change anything about it,i'm really hooked on Ben Blue.
The rating of this book was based on the story of another Ben Blue adventure,wouldnt change anything about it,i'm really hooked on Ben Blue.
July 30, 2018
JL Tate
I chose this rating for the excellent writing. Reading Lou Bradshaw's books is exciting and really holds a person's interest. I like all the characters, even the bad ones. If you like western you'll love Lou Bradshaw!
I chose this rating for the excellent writing. Reading Lou Bradshaw's books is exciting and really holds a person's interest. I like all the characters, even the bad ones. If you like western you'll love Lou Bradshaw!
January 14, 2023
Great
Wonderful stories. Well written using original metaphors, vivid descriptions, rich characters, and doses of humor. The world needs more men like the rangers and ranchers in Mr. Bradshaw's stories. Highly recommended for western fans of all ages.
Wonderful stories. Well written using original metaphors, vivid descriptions, rich characters, and doses of humor. The world needs more men like the rangers and ranchers in Mr. Bradshaw's stories. Highly recommended for western fans of all ages.
January 3, 2015
good read
But in more facts, historical info. then you get a great read, story and plots was good. And he did it with sex good job keep it up
But in more facts, historical info. then you get a great read, story and plots was good. And he did it with sex good job keep it up
August 16, 2015
Ben Blue to the rescue
Ben has to pin on his Marshall badge once again. This time there is an unlikely hero. Great storyline full of surprises.
Ben has to pin on his Marshall badge once again. This time there is an unlikely hero. Great storyline full of surprises.
February 3, 2016
A Great Western
Many characters and lots of area covered to keep your interest. The story line is exceptional and the author has a way of making it a down home feel.
Many characters and lots of area covered to keep your interest. The story line is exceptional and the author has a way of making it a down home feel.
July 5, 2016
Good book!!!
This book kept my interest a basic western with a lot of action and the plot kept changing and this made for a fun read with a good ending .
This book kept my interest a basic western with a lot of action and the plot kept changing and this made for a fun read with a good ending .
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