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Redmond Family Saga #2
Lost Horse Park
After causing trouble in his Montana hometown one time too many, teenager Jim Redmond has run out of options. The only person willing to give him a chance is World War II veteran Tom McKee.
A lone wolf, Tom is still haunted by his experiences as a member of an elite special service force and seeks comfort among his horses and rough mountain trails. As Jim and Tom try their best to work together, the unforgiving mountains of Montana soon prove to be the least of their worries. These two fiercely independent men must learn what it means to rely on another human.
Troy B. Kechely paints breathtaking portraits of horse life, the Montana backcountry, and American experiences during times of war. This novel fearlessly explores some of the most riveting moments in US history from World War II to the Vietnam War.
Written with astounding emotional depth and historical expertise, Lost Horse Park is an exquisite follow-up to his first novel, Stranger’s Dance.
A true force in Western narratives, Troy B. Kechely offers a heartrending look at what it means to learn the true value of friendship—even if it takes a lifetime.
A lone wolf, Tom is still haunted by his experiences as a member of an elite special service force and seeks comfort among his horses and rough mountain trails. As Jim and Tom try their best to work together, the unforgiving mountains of Montana soon prove to be the least of their worries. These two fiercely independent men must learn what it means to rely on another human.
Troy B. Kechely paints breathtaking portraits of horse life, the Montana backcountry, and American experiences during times of war. This novel fearlessly explores some of the most riveting moments in US history from World War II to the Vietnam War.
Written with astounding emotional depth and historical expertise, Lost Horse Park is an exquisite follow-up to his first novel, Stranger’s Dance.
A true force in Western narratives, Troy B. Kechely offers a heartrending look at what it means to learn the true value of friendship—even if it takes a lifetime.
300 pages, Paperback
Published January 4, 2017
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About the author
Troy B. Kechely
3 books10 followersTroy Kechely spent his childhood on a ranch located to the west of Helena, Montana, where he developed a deep connection to the land and the animals he cared for. This connection is evident in his narrative writing and serves as the foundation for his novels, which include Stranger’s Dance, Lost Horse Park, and To Walk with Shadows.
Aside from his work as an author, Kechely is a nationally recognized dog behavior expert. He authored Management of Aggressive Canines for Law Enforcement, which teaches law enforcement officers how to avoid using deadly force against dogs during routine and high-risk encounters. He has also written short stories and poems about the bond between humans and dogs, which have been published in Dog and Kennel Magazine, numerous newsletters, and canine rescue websites.
Currently, Kechely resides in Bozeman, Montana, where he works as a certified explosives detection K9 handler with his rescued Rottweilers Daisy and Dante.
Aside from his work as an author, Kechely is a nationally recognized dog behavior expert. He authored Management of Aggressive Canines for Law Enforcement, which teaches law enforcement officers how to avoid using deadly force against dogs during routine and high-risk encounters. He has also written short stories and poems about the bond between humans and dogs, which have been published in Dog and Kennel Magazine, numerous newsletters, and canine rescue websites.
Currently, Kechely resides in Bozeman, Montana, where he works as a certified explosives detection K9 handler with his rescued Rottweilers Daisy and Dante.
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January 16, 2017
Another wonderfully written book, like picking up a conversation with an old true friend!
Troy, you write so beautifully! Thank you for painting another story! I was unable to wait out the weekend for my hard copy to arrive!
Troy, you write so beautifully! Thank you for painting another story! I was unable to wait out the weekend for my hard copy to arrive!
February 21, 2017
Easy to get into the story, and no world-building fluff. The story is compelling and moves along smoothly.
January 6, 2019
Thoroughly enjoyable!!
I read this author's first book about the Redmond family and was so impressed I read Lost Horse Park immediately on finishing the first one. This author has an amazing ability of making you feel like you are living in the story. His descriptions of the ranches, horses, dogs, etc. are so real. I felt like I could almost see the mountains, valleys and forests as Tom and Jim rode the trails. This was a thoroughly enjoyable read and I highly recommend this author's books to anyone who loves interesting, deep characters along with a good western theme.
I read this author's first book about the Redmond family and was so impressed I read Lost Horse Park immediately on finishing the first one. This author has an amazing ability of making you feel like you are living in the story. His descriptions of the ranches, horses, dogs, etc. are so real. I felt like I could almost see the mountains, valleys and forests as Tom and Jim rode the trails. This was a thoroughly enjoyable read and I highly recommend this author's books to anyone who loves interesting, deep characters along with a good western theme.
January 15, 2018
Truly a Heartfelt, Beautiful, and Haunting Story
The title drew me in at first glance, being a horse fanatic that I am. That and my love of Montana. But honestly, it was the authors way of stringing words together, his vivid description, and the feeling of those words, that captivated my attention.
Rarely has a story stirred such depth of feeling. Mr. Kechley is a true artist and I highly recommend this book as a true work of art!
The title drew me in at first glance, being a horse fanatic that I am. That and my love of Montana. But honestly, it was the authors way of stringing words together, his vivid description, and the feeling of those words, that captivated my attention.
Rarely has a story stirred such depth of feeling. Mr. Kechley is a true artist and I highly recommend this book as a true work of art!
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