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Jess Williams #52
The Kid
Jess is on the hunt for more wanted men on his list. His travels eventually take him to the town of Hamburg, Texas, where he runs into an impetuous young kid by the name of Junior. The kid is seventeen and fancies himself as a seasoned gunslinger. He is pushed along by his two friends to challenge Jess to a gunfight. Jess tries his best to ignore the kid, but before he rides out of Hamburg, Junior forces his hand.
In an unusual move and against his own survival instincts, Jess purposely wounds Junior, hoping it might teach the kid a lesson. He rides out of Hamburg on the hunt for a killer and bank robber by the name of Edmond Musk. He finds himself engaged in a gun battle with Musk and his partner when Junior suddenly shows up in the middle of it.
Jess allows Junior to ride with him long enough to get him safely back to Hamburg where his intentions are to leave him there, but Junior refuses to part ways. Jess find himself having to teach Junior right from wrong so he might be able to survive to see his eighteenth birthday, but Junior’s reckless attitude and temper keep getting in the way, making Jess’s job of hunting the worst of men more difficult than ever.
In an unusual move and against his own survival instincts, Jess purposely wounds Junior, hoping it might teach the kid a lesson. He rides out of Hamburg on the hunt for a killer and bank robber by the name of Edmond Musk. He finds himself engaged in a gun battle with Musk and his partner when Junior suddenly shows up in the middle of it.
Jess allows Junior to ride with him long enough to get him safely back to Hamburg where his intentions are to leave him there, but Junior refuses to part ways. Jess find himself having to teach Junior right from wrong so he might be able to survive to see his eighteenth birthday, but Junior’s reckless attitude and temper keep getting in the way, making Jess’s job of hunting the worst of men more difficult than ever.
193 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 12, 2016
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About the author
Robert J. Thomas
193 books61 followersLibrarian's note: There is more than one author in the Goodreads database with this name.
In 1990 Robert J. Thomas was sworn in as the full time mayor for the city of Westland, Michigan. He served twelve years, making him the longest serving mayor in Westland's history.
While he was mayor he wrote his first book titled, How to Run for Local Office, which has now sold over 25,000 copies worldwide.
He has written and published on Kindle, the Jess Williams Westerns series. Retired, he now lives in Mississippi with his wfe Jill.
In 1990 Robert J. Thomas was sworn in as the full time mayor for the city of Westland, Michigan. He served twelve years, making him the longest serving mayor in Westland's history.
While he was mayor he wrote his first book titled, How to Run for Local Office, which has now sold over 25,000 copies worldwide.
He has written and published on Kindle, the Jess Williams Westerns series. Retired, he now lives in Mississippi with his wfe Jill.
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April 28, 2021
It's an okay story. Nothing great. Hot tempered young man wants to become a gunfighter. Jess takes him under his wing.
October 30, 2021
Enjoyed this western
The stories are each different but with the same goal of a man. I’m reading the insights to a great story of a bounty hunter that certainly lived a purpose to his work
The stories are each different but with the same goal of a man. I’m reading the insights to a great story of a bounty hunter that certainly lived a purpose to his work
April 24, 2022
irritating
The kid got on my nerves. Too bad he didn’t get his in the first chapter. Usually the characters are interesting or funny, but this junior was just a pain in rear. On to the next one.
The kid got on my nerves. Too bad he didn’t get his in the first chapter. Usually the characters are interesting or funny, but this junior was just a pain in rear. On to the next one.
October 26, 2022
Very good book.
I am a big fan of Jess Williams books. The situations that he seam to get into make the book fun reading. I am always looking forward to reading the next book. I like the sense of humour that goes along with each book it gives the book more character.
I am a big fan of Jess Williams books. The situations that he seam to get into make the book fun reading. I am always looking forward to reading the next book. I like the sense of humour that goes along with each book it gives the book more character.
June 18, 2018
The Kid.
Crazy hot head with quick temper. Jess takes him under his wing and teaches him about life and what it means to be a good man. Great ending to another story.
Crazy hot head with quick temper. Jess takes him under his wing and teaches him about life and what it means to be a good man. Great ending to another story.
April 17, 2021
The Kid:
Well I sure would like to have someone like Jess for a friend. One who will always help if needed. Just call I'll be there as fast as I can get there. Jd
Well I sure would like to have someone like Jess for a friend. One who will always help if needed. Just call I'll be there as fast as I can get there. Jd
April 29, 2021
Nice to have someone for Jess to help mature.
Nice to have an additional character to allow Jess to show a different side as he helps Junior grow and mature.
Nice to have an additional character to allow Jess to show a different side as he helps Junior grow and mature.
September 26, 2022
The Kid. An obnoxious self centered teenager who knows everything. I kept hoping Jess would shoot him.
July 26, 2016
THE LONG ROAD
Well Jess has a new recruit, Junior whose trying to make a name for himself, by shooting Jess Williams. Young Junior has hooked up with some older riff-raff who egg him into gun fighting, but they keep their hands clean.. Well Junior joins Jess bounty hunting and at Junior's request, Jess gives him pointers on how to draw his gun and the frame of mind he should be in. Well they catch about six wanted and Jess who we all know has a generous soul when there's a need shares the bounty with Junior..and Junior whose parents were killed coming from California to Texas has no family. Anyway Junior learns from Jess it's not all about speed but its aiming and hit what your shooting at. Well Junior learned to control his ANGER and made some money while he was in the company of Jess Williams..Oh he was also hired by Sheriff Polk of Hamburg as their new Deputy. So as Jess said on his way out said..stay a good man Junior.. And I say to all the Jess Williams fans..keep your coffee hot and watch your backs..
Well Jess has a new recruit, Junior whose trying to make a name for himself, by shooting Jess Williams. Young Junior has hooked up with some older riff-raff who egg him into gun fighting, but they keep their hands clean.. Well Junior joins Jess bounty hunting and at Junior's request, Jess gives him pointers on how to draw his gun and the frame of mind he should be in. Well they catch about six wanted and Jess who we all know has a generous soul when there's a need shares the bounty with Junior..and Junior whose parents were killed coming from California to Texas has no family. Anyway Junior learns from Jess it's not all about speed but its aiming and hit what your shooting at. Well Junior learned to control his ANGER and made some money while he was in the company of Jess Williams..Oh he was also hired by Sheriff Polk of Hamburg as their new Deputy. So as Jess said on his way out said..stay a good man Junior.. And I say to all the Jess Williams fans..keep your coffee hot and watch your backs..
July 14, 2016
Ok reading
This is not one of the better stories that you have written. It was more like a touchy feely story. Not sorry I read it since I read all of the books in this series. As usual waiting on the next book.
This is not one of the better stories that you have written. It was more like a touchy feely story. Not sorry I read it since I read all of the books in this series. As usual waiting on the next book.
September 17, 2016
Junior grows up
Another fantastic book in the Jess Williams series. I enjoyed how Jess helped Junior to grow up. The story still carries the usual theme, but with a different twist to it. Keep writing them Mr. Thomas, the books are great.
Another fantastic book in the Jess Williams series. I enjoyed how Jess helped Junior to grow up. The story still carries the usual theme, but with a different twist to it. Keep writing them Mr. Thomas, the books are great.
July 16, 2016
Great!
I've read all 52 all have been great just wish I didn't have to wait a whole month for the next In series.
I've read all 52 all have been great just wish I didn't have to wait a whole month for the next In series.
August 25, 2016
Another Great Book!
I love Jess! This is another great book. I'm rereading all of them now and have to pace myself. Please keep them coming!!
I love Jess! This is another great book. I'm rereading all of them now and have to pace myself. Please keep them coming!!
July 20, 2016
Another good novel by this author. I recommend this book to everyone.
July 22, 2016
The Kid
I've read all 52 books in the series and am not disappointed with any of them. Always plenty of action. Looking forward to the next one.
I've read all 52 books in the series and am not disappointed with any of them. Always plenty of action. Looking forward to the next one.
July 29, 2016
Another Winner
I''ve read all of the series and enjoyed them all. Robert Thomas has found his goove. Glad I found it
I''ve read all of the series and enjoyed them all. Robert Thomas has found his goove. Glad I found it
July 28, 2016
As usual a great book.
I always enjoy the books on Jess Williams. He always gets his man, but he has a lot of compassion for other people.
I always enjoy the books on Jess Williams. He always gets his man, but he has a lot of compassion for other people.
October 31, 2022
Good read
Jess meets a young man who is angry with the world and has a nasty attitude. They ride together, and the young man learns to a man.
Jess meets a young man who is angry with the world and has a nasty attitude. They ride together, and the young man learns to a man.
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