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Frontier Kindred
1876, Kansas. In a frontier town bound by tradition — and shadowed by quiet prejudice — Nate Cooper arrives with his father and younger sister, searching for a fresh start after heartbreaking loss. A former schoolteacher with no desire to ranch, Nate is determined to build a future out of duty and resilience.
Then he meets Jack Calloway, a reserved ranch hand with a past as rugged as the land itself. As their connection deepens, whispers turn to warnings, and glances become threats. When love is deemed a danger to morality, both men must decide how much they’re willing to risk — and what kind of life they’re willing to fight for.
Set against the sweeping beauty and hardship of the American frontier, Frontier Kindred is a story of chosen family, quiet courage, and the fierce hope it takes to claim love in a world that stands against you. Perfect for fans of historical LGBTQ romance and character-driven western fiction, this debut series opener invites readers into a love story as unrelenting — and unforgettable — as the frontier itself.
Then he meets Jack Calloway, a reserved ranch hand with a past as rugged as the land itself. As their connection deepens, whispers turn to warnings, and glances become threats. When love is deemed a danger to morality, both men must decide how much they’re willing to risk — and what kind of life they’re willing to fight for.
Set against the sweeping beauty and hardship of the American frontier, Frontier Kindred is a story of chosen family, quiet courage, and the fierce hope it takes to claim love in a world that stands against you. Perfect for fans of historical LGBTQ romance and character-driven western fiction, this debut series opener invites readers into a love story as unrelenting — and unforgettable — as the frontier itself.
305 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 14, 2025
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About the author
Chris Jacoby
3 books5 followers Chris is originally from Long Island, New York. After graduating from high school, he enlisted in the Air Force, where he built a rewarding career spanning over fourteen years. During his service, he held several positions in the Human Resources field that commanded strong communication skills--both written and spoken. Through years of counseling airmen, briefing large audiences, and crafting policy and procedural manuals, he honed the ability to communicate with clarity and purpose. It was in those moments that Chris discovered that writing wasn't just a professional skill--it was something he genuinely enjoyed.
Outside of work, writing became a therapeutic outlet--a way to process emotion, reflect on life, and give shape to personal experiences. But it wasn't until after he separated from the Air Force that he truly unlocked the creative side. His debut novel, Unbound, began as a short story evolved into something deeper: a novel grounded in lived experience, driven by emotion and written with the hope of inspiring others.
Today, Chris lives in Omaha, Nebraska, with his husband, John, and their spirited dog, Ryder. He's a proud father of three children and grandfather to four, all of whom bring joy and perspective to his life. When he's not writing, he enjoys traveling, movie nights, and quiet moments with family.
Outside of work, writing became a therapeutic outlet--a way to process emotion, reflect on life, and give shape to personal experiences. But it wasn't until after he separated from the Air Force that he truly unlocked the creative side. His debut novel, Unbound, began as a short story evolved into something deeper: a novel grounded in lived experience, driven by emotion and written with the hope of inspiring others.
Today, Chris lives in Omaha, Nebraska, with his husband, John, and their spirited dog, Ryder. He's a proud father of three children and grandfather to four, all of whom bring joy and perspective to his life. When he's not writing, he enjoys traveling, movie nights, and quiet moments with family.
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October 10, 2025
I just finished Frontier Kindred by Chris Jacoby, and I’m honestly at a loss for words in the best way possible. This book isn’t just a historical romance; it’s a deeply moving, beautifully written story about love, loss, and courage in a time when being true to yourself could cost you everything. It’s the kind of story that lingers long after you close the last page.
Set in 1876 Kansas, Frontier Kindred paints the harsh yet breathtaking life of the American frontier with incredible detail. You can almost feel the dust on your skin, hear the creak of saddles, and see the endless horizon stretching out before you. But what really pulls you in isn’t just the setting it’s the emotional truth at the heart of the story.
Nate Cooper is a man trying to rebuild his life after tragedy, holding himself together with quiet strength and duty. Then he meets Jack Calloway, a ranch hand whose silence hides more than just secrets it hides pain, resilience, and a longing that feels as old as the land itself. From their first meeting, you can feel the tension, the hesitation, and the undeniable spark between them. Jacoby doesn’t rush their connection; he lets it unfold naturally, like the slow dawn after a long night.
What really touched me was how honest and human their relationship felt. It’s not written as a fantasy or idealized love story it’s raw, tender, and brave. You can feel every moment of fear and hope as Nate and Jack navigate a world that doesn’t want them to exist. Their love is quiet, but it’s powerful, and that quiet defiance becomes the soul of the book.
The way Jacoby handles the theme of prejudice and morality is both heartbreaking and inspiring. He doesn’t shy away from showing the cruelty of the time, yet he gives his characters dignity and strength. The side characters Nate’s family, the townsfolk, the people who choose to see or look away all add layers of realism to the story.
Frontier Kindred is not just about romance it’s about finding belonging, choosing authenticity, and redefining what family means. It’s about love that endures in the face of silence and fear. By the time I reached the final chapters, I had tears in my eyes not because it was sad, but because it felt so real, so earned, so human.
Chris Jacoby’s writing is stunning poetic without being overdone, deeply emotional without ever feeling forced. This book reminded me why I love historical fiction: it brings the past to life while holding up a mirror to the present.
Frontier Kindred is a story of quiet rebellion and timeless love. It broke my heart and mended it in the same breath. If you’re looking for a book that feels alive one that captures both the beauty and brutality of the human spirit this one deserves a place on your shelf.
Set in 1876 Kansas, Frontier Kindred paints the harsh yet breathtaking life of the American frontier with incredible detail. You can almost feel the dust on your skin, hear the creak of saddles, and see the endless horizon stretching out before you. But what really pulls you in isn’t just the setting it’s the emotional truth at the heart of the story.
Nate Cooper is a man trying to rebuild his life after tragedy, holding himself together with quiet strength and duty. Then he meets Jack Calloway, a ranch hand whose silence hides more than just secrets it hides pain, resilience, and a longing that feels as old as the land itself. From their first meeting, you can feel the tension, the hesitation, and the undeniable spark between them. Jacoby doesn’t rush their connection; he lets it unfold naturally, like the slow dawn after a long night.
What really touched me was how honest and human their relationship felt. It’s not written as a fantasy or idealized love story it’s raw, tender, and brave. You can feel every moment of fear and hope as Nate and Jack navigate a world that doesn’t want them to exist. Their love is quiet, but it’s powerful, and that quiet defiance becomes the soul of the book.
The way Jacoby handles the theme of prejudice and morality is both heartbreaking and inspiring. He doesn’t shy away from showing the cruelty of the time, yet he gives his characters dignity and strength. The side characters Nate’s family, the townsfolk, the people who choose to see or look away all add layers of realism to the story.
Frontier Kindred is not just about romance it’s about finding belonging, choosing authenticity, and redefining what family means. It’s about love that endures in the face of silence and fear. By the time I reached the final chapters, I had tears in my eyes not because it was sad, but because it felt so real, so earned, so human.
Chris Jacoby’s writing is stunning poetic without being overdone, deeply emotional without ever feeling forced. This book reminded me why I love historical fiction: it brings the past to life while holding up a mirror to the present.
Frontier Kindred is a story of quiet rebellion and timeless love. It broke my heart and mended it in the same breath. If you’re looking for a book that feels alive one that captures both the beauty and brutality of the human spirit this one deserves a place on your shelf.
November 27, 2025
Set against the stark beauty of the 1876 Kansas frontier, this novel delivers everything I crave in historical LGBTQ romance: nuanced characters, emotional depth, and a setting so vivid it feels like another living presence in the story. Nate Cooper, still carrying the weight of grief and responsibility, is a protagonist you root for instantly. His yearning for something more than duty for connection, for a place to belong is rendered with tenderness and honesty.
Jack Calloway, with his guarded past and gentle resilience, balances Nate perfectly. Their relationship unfolds in subtle glances, charged silences, and small acts of trust that build into something both fragile and fiercely defiant. The tension between their growing affection and the town’s simmering prejudice is palpable, making every moment of safety and intimacy feel hard won.
What makes Frontier Kindred stand out is its emotional layering. It’s not just a romance, it’s a story about chosen family, quiet rebellion, and carving out a life on your own terms in a world determined to deny you that chance. The supporting cast, from Nate’s family to the people who choose to stand beside them, adds richness without ever overshadowing the central love story.
The writing is atmospheric and lyrical, capturing both the brutality and beauty of frontier life. The pacing is deliberate but deeply rewarding, building toward a finale that feels both inevitable and deeply earned.
For fans of character driven westerns, historical LGBTQ fiction, or simply love stories that linger long after the last page, Frontier Kindred is an unforgettable start to what promises to be a remarkable series.
Jack Calloway, with his guarded past and gentle resilience, balances Nate perfectly. Their relationship unfolds in subtle glances, charged silences, and small acts of trust that build into something both fragile and fiercely defiant. The tension between their growing affection and the town’s simmering prejudice is palpable, making every moment of safety and intimacy feel hard won.
What makes Frontier Kindred stand out is its emotional layering. It’s not just a romance, it’s a story about chosen family, quiet rebellion, and carving out a life on your own terms in a world determined to deny you that chance. The supporting cast, from Nate’s family to the people who choose to stand beside them, adds richness without ever overshadowing the central love story.
The writing is atmospheric and lyrical, capturing both the brutality and beauty of frontier life. The pacing is deliberate but deeply rewarding, building toward a finale that feels both inevitable and deeply earned.
For fans of character driven westerns, historical LGBTQ fiction, or simply love stories that linger long after the last page, Frontier Kindred is an unforgettable start to what promises to be a remarkable series.
December 16, 2025
Frontier Kindred is a beautifully written historical novel that combines the harsh realities of frontier life with a deeply human love story. Chris Jacoby captures 1870s Kansas with vivid detail, showing both the physical hardship of the land and the quiet prejudice woven into the town’s traditions.
Nate Cooper and Jack Calloway are compelling, well-developed characters whose growing connection feels natural, restrained, and emotionally honest. Their relationship unfolds with quiet courage, making the tension they face from society all the more impactful. The novel shines in its exploration of chosen family, resilience, and the cost of loving openly in an unforgiving world.
Thoughtful, atmospheric, and emotionally resonant, Frontier Kindred is a strong start to a series and a rewarding read for fans of historical fiction and LGBTQ romance alike.
Nate Cooper and Jack Calloway are compelling, well-developed characters whose growing connection feels natural, restrained, and emotionally honest. Their relationship unfolds with quiet courage, making the tension they face from society all the more impactful. The novel shines in its exploration of chosen family, resilience, and the cost of loving openly in an unforgiving world.
Thoughtful, atmospheric, and emotionally resonant, Frontier Kindred is a strong start to a series and a rewarding read for fans of historical fiction and LGBTQ romance alike.
October 7, 2025
Frontier Kindred by Chris Jacoby feels like a heartfelt and deeply human story set against the rugged beauty of 19th-century Kansas. The premise alone two men finding love and courage in a time and place that forbids it promises emotional depth, authenticity, and quiet strength. I appreciate how the book explores chosen family and resilience in the face of prejudice, all within a vivid frontier setting. This sounds like a powerful start to a series that blends history, heart, and hope in equal measure.
October 15, 2025
Frontier Kindred by Chris Jacoby is a beautifully written, heart-stirring historical romance about love, loss, and resilience on the American frontier. Authentic, emotional, and deeply human a stunning debut that stays with you long after the last page.
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