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Jess Williams #58
Chasing Evil
Jess leaves Halo, Texas, and Harvey Shane behind him as he travels to the town of Burton where two young girls were brutally raped and murdered by a crazed killer by the name of Orin Kaiser. After meeting with their mother, he promises to hunt Kaiser down and make him pay dearly for their murders. Things take a turn for the worse and Jess finds himself stuck in the town of Platteville, staying with a woman and her young son.
But staying in one place for too long proves to be a dangerous thing for Jess and everyone around him. He finds himself in some deadly confrontations and knows he has to leave town soon, but he feels a debt of gratitude to the woman and young boy and it’s against his nature to cut and run from trouble.
The hunt for Kaiser proves to be one of the most difficult and protracted ones, but he gets the help he needs from Shadow, a huge intelligent timber wolf who acts more like a human.
Jess’s job is to bring Orin Kaiser to justice, but Shadow’s job is to make sure Jess doesn’t get killed in the process.
But staying in one place for too long proves to be a dangerous thing for Jess and everyone around him. He finds himself in some deadly confrontations and knows he has to leave town soon, but he feels a debt of gratitude to the woman and young boy and it’s against his nature to cut and run from trouble.
The hunt for Kaiser proves to be one of the most difficult and protracted ones, but he gets the help he needs from Shadow, a huge intelligent timber wolf who acts more like a human.
Jess’s job is to bring Orin Kaiser to justice, but Shadow’s job is to make sure Jess doesn’t get killed in the process.
153 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 25, 2017
179 people are currently reading
11 people want to read
About the author
Robert J. Thomas
191 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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May 9, 2021
Rather good tale with two plots. Primary is chasing a serial killer. Secondary, dealing with other land baron and his crew of gun slingers.
February 14, 2017
Still Great Stories
All the Jess Williams books have had good story lines and strong character profiles. I haven't enjoyed western this much since Louis L'Amour's Sackett series. Shadow gets more talented with every "guest" appearance", though Mr. Thomas did miss putting a capital on his name several times in "Chasing Evil". I would like to see Jess go back to Black Creek or Dundee again soon. Nothing super violent, but I would like to revisit some of his 'homefolk' and get a sneak at some of his investments - in people and places.
All the Jess Williams books have had good story lines and strong character profiles. I haven't enjoyed western this much since Louis L'Amour's Sackett series. Shadow gets more talented with every "guest" appearance", though Mr. Thomas did miss putting a capital on his name several times in "Chasing Evil". I would like to see Jess go back to Black Creek or Dundee again soon. Nothing super violent, but I would like to revisit some of his 'homefolk' and get a sneak at some of his investments - in people and places.
February 26, 2017
A man and his wolf
This book was exciting, funny, action packed. Please don't ever let the wolf get killed. He brings a little extra heart to the stories. I believe in law and order but it's sometimes necessary to escape into a world where justice is served as well. Keep writing these books. I also love the humor that you have added.
This book was exciting, funny, action packed. Please don't ever let the wolf get killed. He brings a little extra heart to the stories. I believe in law and order but it's sometimes necessary to escape into a world where justice is served as well. Keep writing these books. I also love the humor that you have added.
August 11, 2017
Sadistic Killer Hunt
Another great Bounty Hunter novel by Thomas. Jess in on the hunt for a sadistic killer who enjoys raping and butchering victims. I will be ordering fifty-ninth in the series tonight. I highly recommend this author.
Another great Bounty Hunter novel by Thomas. Jess in on the hunt for a sadistic killer who enjoys raping and butchering victims. I will be ordering fifty-ninth in the series tonight. I highly recommend this author.
July 18, 2018
One bad man.
It makes you wonder why God made some men. They are are worse than bad, they are Evil. Thank God for Jess Williams, a good man who kills these types of men. Great story with some great characters and Shadow.
It makes you wonder why God made some men. They are are worse than bad, they are Evil. Thank God for Jess Williams, a good man who kills these types of men. Great story with some great characters and Shadow.
April 21, 2021
Chasing Evil:
Well I will be starting number 59 next. I guess you can see it doesn't take me long to read Jess's books. After being in hospital 90 days from this covid 19. Started reading your books. Enjoy them.JD
Well I will be starting number 59 next. I guess you can see it doesn't take me long to read Jess's books. After being in hospital 90 days from this covid 19. Started reading your books. Enjoy them.JD
February 5, 2017
One of the best yet
This is one of the best one yet. Jess is right on, working hard to make sure that the west is cleaned up from the trash piling up in all the town's.
This is one of the best one yet. Jess is right on, working hard to make sure that the west is cleaned up from the trash piling up in all the town's.
August 16, 2021
Good book
Read all of the books in order to really enjoy. Storyline continues to grow and develop. Characters are realistic and get better and better.
Read all of the books in order to really enjoy. Storyline continues to grow and develop. Characters are realistic and get better and better.
June 15, 2022
As always, a good story
A very good story, although it wood be nice foe Jess to have a bit of normal life and fami!y.
A very good story, although it wood be nice foe Jess to have a bit of normal life and fami!y.
September 21, 2022
Good
As usual a book with Jess. Is awesome and well written lso. Hope you do read and also enjoy it
As usual a book with Jess. Is awesome and well written lso. Hope you do read and also enjoy it
October 3, 2022
Disturbing. A DNF
February 10, 2017
Jess Williams, always a good read!!
March 17, 2017
Chasing Evil 58th in a Series of Jess Williams Westerns
Robert J ThomS has a way of spin ing scale of the wild west. Somehow7 his works just keep getting better. I especially like the addition of Jess's side kick Shadow. All you western fans will enjoy this book. I highly recommend it. It is another one of those "can't putter downers.". So giddy up.
Robert J ThomS has a way of spin ing scale of the wild west. Somehow7 his works just keep getting better. I especially like the addition of Jess's side kick Shadow. All you western fans will enjoy this book. I highly recommend it. It is another one of those "can't putter downers.". So giddy up.
February 23, 2017
Great stories, and I hope that there is more to come.The only negative comments I have is the audio where they carry on conversations at over five hundred yards.
Great stories, and I hope that there is more to come.
The only negative comments I have is the audio where they carry on conversations at over five hundred yards. I WIN MY HEARING WAS THAT GOOD.
Great stories, and I hope that there is more to come.
The only negative comments I have is the audio where they carry on conversations at over five hundred yards. I WIN MY HEARING WAS THAT GOOD.
February 4, 2017
"THE AVENAGER"
Crazy and must loco..The modern description that describes the kind of men that Jess Williams hunts falls under psychopath and or sociopath. It's whatever you decide to label these miscreants who are certainly scary and very dangerous to society. JESSE is a man killer/bounty hunter or for a better description, a black-op, western style.. How bout his partner, "SHADOW", I think he's been sent by the same Oracle that provided the "fancy gun" that Jesse wears. Shadow seems to present himself when the powers that protect Jesse feels he needs extra protection, Shadow appears...makes you wonder..right..Robert J. Thomas, each adventure/plot is always the same of Jesse Williams, kill that crazy psychopathic, loco hombres going from settlements, attacking out of the way ranches creating nothing but chaos and death..great adventures..
Crazy and must loco..The modern description that describes the kind of men that Jess Williams hunts falls under psychopath and or sociopath. It's whatever you decide to label these miscreants who are certainly scary and very dangerous to society. JESSE is a man killer/bounty hunter or for a better description, a black-op, western style.. How bout his partner, "SHADOW", I think he's been sent by the same Oracle that provided the "fancy gun" that Jesse wears. Shadow seems to present himself when the powers that protect Jesse feels he needs extra protection, Shadow appears...makes you wonder..right..Robert J. Thomas, each adventure/plot is always the same of Jesse Williams, kill that crazy psychopathic, loco hombres going from settlements, attacking out of the way ranches creating nothing but chaos and death..great adventures..
February 7, 2017
Another very good novel by this author. I very much enjoyed reading this novel and recommend it to everyone.
January 30, 2024
I've enjoyed Jess Williams series.
Mr. Thomas, I like your series.
But, I'm tired of paying for books that come out too fast because you don't bother to use spellchecker. There are so many mistakes that I've just had my fill. Many good authors sell cheaper and they don't continually make mistakes that could easily be fixed during a re-read or edit. Goodbye and thanks for the stories.
Mr. Thomas, I like your series.
But, I'm tired of paying for books that come out too fast because you don't bother to use spellchecker. There are so many mistakes that I've just had my fill. Many good authors sell cheaper and they don't continually make mistakes that could easily be fixed during a re-read or edit. Goodbye and thanks for the stories.
February 5, 2017
Fantastic
I so enjoy reading these books on Jess Williams. He always goes after the really bad men. And he helps the ones who are left behind. Love, love, love these books.
I so enjoy reading these books on Jess Williams. He always goes after the really bad men. And he helps the ones who are left behind. Love, love, love these books.
February 4, 2017
Read it too fast
Excellent as always. Read it in two days now I have it wait for the next one to come out
Excellent as always. Read it in two days now I have it wait for the next one to come out
July 22, 2020
Good story
Another good tale for Jess Williams fans! Loved reading about Shadow again, wish he could continue to be a part of the series.
Another good tale for Jess Williams fans! Loved reading about Shadow again, wish he could continue to be a part of the series.
November 2, 2022
Disturbing
Jess and Shadow follow a serial kill, who butchers his victims and tastes their blood. Seems to be a theme in this series, especially the brutality toward women.
Jess and Shadow follow a serial kill, who butchers his victims and tastes their blood. Seems to be a theme in this series, especially the brutality toward women.
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