Ambush Valley

The Last Gunfighter #17

by William W. Johnstone, J.A. Johnstone

Yuma Prison is a fetid hellhole filled with the dregs of humanity - killers, thieves and backstabbers who'd kill over a scrap of meat. Now it's home to Frank Morgan, who's posing as an inmate. A ruthless outlaw named Cicero McCoy has buried a fortune in stolen bank money in a harsh, desolate little piece of hell known as Ambush Valley. To get Cicero to lead him to the loot, Frank has become Cicero's new best friend behind bars - and co-plotter of a daring breakout. Soon, the last gunfighter and a stone-cold killer are blazing away at enemies on both sides of the law. Until the time comes for Frank Morgan to make a fatal choice - and for one of them to die...

Genres: Westerns, Fiction

289 pages, Kindle Edition

First published March 1, 2008

About the author

William W. Johnstone is the #1 bestselling Western writer in America and the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of hundreds of books, with over 50 million copies sold. Born in southern Missouri, he was raised with strong moral and family values by his minister father, and tutored by his schoolteacher mother. He left school at fifteen to work in a carnival and then as a deputy sheriff before serving in the army. He went on to become known as "the Greatest Western writer of the 21st Century." Visit him online at WilliamJohnstone.net.

Reviews

[Steven Walle · Rating 4 out of 5]

I enjoyed this final book in this long running ceries. The charictors were well developed and you were left routing for people just as bad as the bad guys. Bounty Collectors are after this thief/killer and some great gun battles insue.
Enjoy and Be Blessed.
Diamond

[B.J. Burgess · Rating 5 out of 5]

The writing itself is exceptional; the prose flows smoothly, fostering a rhythm that keeps readers engaged. The dialogue rings true, grounded in authenticity, while the descriptions strike a perfect balance, allowing imagination to fill in the gaps. While the plot may tread a familiar Western trope of retrieving stolen loot, Frank Morgan transcends the stereotype of the ordinary gunslinger. His past complicates the narrative, particularly concerning the tumultuous relationship he shares with his son, Conrad. At this point, I’m still undecided about Conrad; I find his wife, Rebel, far more intriguing.

Overall, The Last Gunfighter: Ambush Valley captivated me in both paperback and audio form. The narrative brims with action—bank robberies, shootouts, bloodshed, and a gripping prison break—providing enough tension to keep readers perched on the edge of their seats. It’s a wild ride through the unforgiving landscape of the Old West, and I relished every moment. ╌★★★★★

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[Scott · Rating 2 out of 5]

The book started out quite good. The bank in town was robbed with a big shoot out but the bank robbers got away with $80,000 in cash. The sheriff formed a posse but the bounty hunters got to the bank robbers first. All good. And then Johnstone or I should say the ghost writer got lazy and retold a story that has been told and retold so many time. Nothing was original. The ending was okay, but far from great. I still keep looking for a good western novel for my summer western reading program.

[Truitti · Rating 4 out of 5]

24-65. Action packed episode. It is summer in my neck of the woods. As i read about the heat and lack of water, i was sure to have a drink and sit in front of the fan. I borrowed this e-book from the Sacramento Public Library through the Libby app.

[larry brashear · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very Good!

A truly thrilling story with an interesting and exciting plot! I was unable to put this book down until I read the last page.

[Ken Cramer · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very different!!

New story plot cast of characters... really enjoyed this one. Ten more words are required so here they are the.

[Tony Greenway · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great Book

I have enjoyed every western I have read by this writer
Would recommend to anyone who enjoys westerns, great read

[Ollie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Page turner ... excellent story telling wild west adventure.

[Ted Cartier · Rating 3 out of 5]

While The Last Gunfighter books are always entertaining, I found this book slow at times and disjointed.

[Jim · Rating 3 out of 5]

This novel is okay. I recommend this book to everyone.

[David O'Dell · Rating 4 out of 5]

Excellent good ole Western read. do