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Baker City
No one had seen the innocuous rock on the long climb to the pass on the Oregon Trail, and when the last covered wagon in the long line rolled onto the lump of granite, it shouldn’t have made much of a difference, but it caused almost instant tragedy. Just seconds later, the wagon plunged over the edge of the narrow trail, then began its deadly, tumbling roll into the abyss, spewing its contents as it fell to its destruction. Her precious children had been trapped inside, and Rebecca could only watch in horror. Her children had been her life and now she had nothing.
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548 pages, Kindle Edition
Published March 12, 2017
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About the author
C.J. Petit
104 books220 followersMost biographies start with birth and then roll through the years as they drift by but that would bore me to death, and I lived through it.
The interesting part of my life began on September 23rd, 1995 as we were driving back to Omaha after watching the Notre Dame - Texas game in South Bend with relatives. The #21 Irish beat the #13 ranked Longhorns 55-27; and in a real oddity, scored points in just about every way conceivable in the game of football. They scored touchdowns on passes and runs, kicked a field goal, intercepted a pass for a TD, returned a punt for a touchdown and even added two points for blocking a Texas extra point.
As we were driving along westbound I-80 somewhere in Illinois in our Jeep Cherokee, I absent-mindedly rubbed the left side of my neck under my chin.
My very astute wife asked, "What's wrong with your neck?"
Now I had been an Air Force medic for twelve years; and as evident in my descriptions of outlaws' agonizing deaths in my stories, have a good working knowledge of anatomy and physiology. But that knowledge is offset by being a guy and thinking that we all live forever. My neck lymph nodes had been enlarged for around three months when my wife asked that question.
I obfuscated as if I was a lawyer and replied, "Um, a few weeks or so." (Note: Twelve or thirteen weeks does qualify as a 'few' weeks if one chooses to be generous.)
"And what did the doctor say?"
"I'll ask him when we get back."
"Yes, you will."
I do not want to make my wife out to be a harpy or a nag, because she is neither. She's an incredibly patient woman who could only put up with so much stupidity by yours truly.
Three days later, after the doctor copped a quick feel of my lymph nodes, he said, "I don't know what it is, but I don't like it," which was an honest, albeit an imprecise diagnosis.
So, we trotted over to a local ENT specialist. She didn't like them either and took me into surgery a few days later where she yanked one out, so the lab could dice it and slice it, then look at it under a microscope.
The pathologist who looked at the cells through his microscope reported his findings as 'lymphoepithelioma'. That meant that it was a secondary tumor and there was a primary tumor somewhere else in my nasopharynx that was the original problem.
Back I went into the operating room where the ENT doctor did an extensive examination and found nothing. She was so sure of her reconnaissance of the back of my throat that she told me that the pathologist was wrong, and it was just a lymphoma.
Now, being a computer geek, even way back in the dark ages of the internet in '95, I did some searching and found that if the primary tumor wasn't found, then the survival rate plummeted to about a fifth of the already lousy survival rate for the advanced Stage IV cancer. My wife and I decided that a second opinion might be a good idea.
Off we went in her Jeep to the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota as the lousy weather descended across the Midwest. It's been known to happen, you know.
They had a problem getting the doctor here to release the specimen she'd yanked out of my neck, which I thought was odd because I don't remember selling it and figured I still owned it. Anyway, they eventually got the lymph node, did their own peek and confirmed the pathologist's diagnosis.
It wasn't until Halloween in 1995 that they finally found the original little bugger. It was just a tiny bump in the back of my throat that must have been there for a long time before it sent its friends marching into my lymph nodes.
They wanted to treat the cancer there, but I opted to have it done in Omaha and was sent to the care of Doctor Patrick J. McKenna (a name you may recognize from Max). Doctor Mac was the perfect man for the job as he was very personable, optimistic, had a good sense of humor and wouldn't put up with my constant whining. It helped that he knew his job, too.
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The interesting part of my life began on September 23rd, 1995 as we were driving back to Omaha after watching the Notre Dame - Texas game in South Bend with relatives. The #21 Irish beat the #13 ranked Longhorns 55-27; and in a real oddity, scored points in just about every way conceivable in the game of football. They scored touchdowns on passes and runs, kicked a field goal, intercepted a pass for a TD, returned a punt for a touchdown and even added two points for blocking a Texas extra point.
As we were driving along westbound I-80 somewhere in Illinois in our Jeep Cherokee, I absent-mindedly rubbed the left side of my neck under my chin.
My very astute wife asked, "What's wrong with your neck?"
Now I had been an Air Force medic for twelve years; and as evident in my descriptions of outlaws' agonizing deaths in my stories, have a good working knowledge of anatomy and physiology. But that knowledge is offset by being a guy and thinking that we all live forever. My neck lymph nodes had been enlarged for around three months when my wife asked that question.
I obfuscated as if I was a lawyer and replied, "Um, a few weeks or so." (Note: Twelve or thirteen weeks does qualify as a 'few' weeks if one chooses to be generous.)
"And what did the doctor say?"
"I'll ask him when we get back."
"Yes, you will."
I do not want to make my wife out to be a harpy or a nag, because she is neither. She's an incredibly patient woman who could only put up with so much stupidity by yours truly.
Three days later, after the doctor copped a quick feel of my lymph nodes, he said, "I don't know what it is, but I don't like it," which was an honest, albeit an imprecise diagnosis.
So, we trotted over to a local ENT specialist. She didn't like them either and took me into surgery a few days later where she yanked one out, so the lab could dice it and slice it, then look at it under a microscope.
The pathologist who looked at the cells through his microscope reported his findings as 'lymphoepithelioma'. That meant that it was a secondary tumor and there was a primary tumor somewhere else in my nasopharynx that was the original problem.
Back I went into the operating room where the ENT doctor did an extensive examination and found nothing. She was so sure of her reconnaissance of the back of my throat that she told me that the pathologist was wrong, and it was just a lymphoma.
Now, being a computer geek, even way back in the dark ages of the internet in '95, I did some searching and found that if the primary tumor wasn't found, then the survival rate plummeted to about a fifth of the already lousy survival rate for the advanced Stage IV cancer. My wife and I decided that a second opinion might be a good idea.
Off we went in her Jeep to the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota as the lousy weather descended across the Midwest. It's been known to happen, you know.
They had a problem getting the doctor here to release the specimen she'd yanked out of my neck, which I thought was odd because I don't remember selling it and figured I still owned it. Anyway, they eventually got the lymph node, did their own peek and confirmed the pathologist's diagnosis.
It wasn't until Halloween in 1995 that they finally found the original little bugger. It was just a tiny bump in the back of my throat that must have been there for a long time before it sent its friends marching into my lymph nodes.
They wanted to treat the cancer there, but I opted to have it done in Omaha and was sent to the care of Doctor Patrick J. McKenna (a name you may recognize from Max). Doctor Mac was the perfect man for the job as he was very personable, optimistic, had a good sense of humor and wouldn't put up with my constant whining. It helped that he knew his job, too.
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May 25, 2017
Very Disappointing
I have been reading books for 36 years, this book so unrealistic to be acceptable. Hugh is beyond perfect giving money to every lost soul. The author has a fixation with women being raped and Hugh being the hero saving them.
Really!!!! Who kills off the main heroine 3/4's thorough the book? Then Hugh who LOVED Rebecca marries Susan four days after Rebecca's death. The children who dearly loved their mother accepts Susan as their new Mama like Rebecca didn't exist. Out out sight, out of mind... Again not realistic especially with young children.
Some of the wording wasn't correct for the year. I'll never purchase another book by this author.
I have been reading books for 36 years, this book so unrealistic to be acceptable. Hugh is beyond perfect giving money to every lost soul. The author has a fixation with women being raped and Hugh being the hero saving them.
Really!!!! Who kills off the main heroine 3/4's thorough the book? Then Hugh who LOVED Rebecca marries Susan four days after Rebecca's death. The children who dearly loved their mother accepts Susan as their new Mama like Rebecca didn't exist. Out out sight, out of mind... Again not realistic especially with young children.
Some of the wording wasn't correct for the year. I'll never purchase another book by this author.
October 4, 2017
A different type of story
I have loved every book I've read by Mr. Petit. He weaves his storylines with a consummate ease. This one took several twists that surprised and occasionally shocked. I recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a well and cleanly written tale. The thing I like most about CJ Petit is that the does not find it necessary to use graphic sensationalism. Refreshing.
I have loved every book I've read by Mr. Petit. He weaves his storylines with a consummate ease. This one took several twists that surprised and occasionally shocked. I recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a well and cleanly written tale. The thing I like most about CJ Petit is that the does not find it necessary to use graphic sensationalism. Refreshing.
January 6, 2019
Stilted writing and little depth to any character. I wanted rich details and a sense of history, but it was just dull.
January 4, 2019
Good yet not really
I was disappointed towards the ending where hugh bounced from first wife to second. Geez he used endearment identical within days of first wife to second. Yuk!
I was disappointed towards the ending where hugh bounced from first wife to second. Geez he used endearment identical within days of first wife to second. Yuk!
February 11, 2019
An engaging story
I loved most of this book, although the end was a little drawn out; the author, I have noticed before, hates to leave any loose ends! For most of its duration, though, it was an excellent read. Some have criticised Petit for the strong romantic element in his books but for me they are a return to the western movies of the 1950s and 60s. This one especially I see as a wonderful Sunday afternoon black and white film starring James Stewart as Hugh. I really enjoyed it.
I loved most of this book, although the end was a little drawn out; the author, I have noticed before, hates to leave any loose ends! For most of its duration, though, it was an excellent read. Some have criticised Petit for the strong romantic element in his books but for me they are a return to the western movies of the 1950s and 60s. This one especially I see as a wonderful Sunday afternoon black and white film starring James Stewart as Hugh. I really enjoyed it.
June 14, 2018
Great book. Fast paced and very interesting. I would recommend it to everyone.
The characters are enthralling and heartbreaking at the same time. It reminds me of the good guys from western's of the 1950's.
The characters are enthralling and heartbreaking at the same time. It reminds me of the good guys from western's of the 1950's.
January 7, 2020
INDIANS, WAGON TRAIN, DR, WOMEN
4 STARS for explosive action from the first pages joining a wagon train or in the middle of a man being hunted by hostile Cheyenne Indians for his weapons. Somebody is either acting out or thinking about acting out; except for our hero of this book, Hugh who is always thinking of best get away for all concerned. As he travels to Oregon to the ranch he inherited from his older brother, he simply ran into situations that called for him to rescue children & women of various ages & in different marital situations. Hugh being the good man who never lied, who was also trained as a Dr. just seemed to have a natural knack for rescuing/helping those women in need he came across who had nowhere to go, nobody wanted them or offered them a place, & so he just felt he should make them all a family with him. Read this inspiring tale of how these women banned together to become a family & help each other out, take away the lonliness, & make sure they didn't have to worry about having to submit to just any man that came along just to survive & have food to eat. Just a great read. A real fantasy tale of the old west.
4 STARS for explosive action from the first pages joining a wagon train or in the middle of a man being hunted by hostile Cheyenne Indians for his weapons. Somebody is either acting out or thinking about acting out; except for our hero of this book, Hugh who is always thinking of best get away for all concerned. As he travels to Oregon to the ranch he inherited from his older brother, he simply ran into situations that called for him to rescue children & women of various ages & in different marital situations. Hugh being the good man who never lied, who was also trained as a Dr. just seemed to have a natural knack for rescuing/helping those women in need he came across who had nowhere to go, nobody wanted them or offered them a place, & so he just felt he should make them all a family with him. Read this inspiring tale of how these women banned together to become a family & help each other out, take away the lonliness, & make sure they didn't have to worry about having to submit to just any man that came along just to survive & have food to eat. Just a great read. A real fantasy tale of the old west.
September 30, 2018
Hugh McGinnis follows the Oregon trail to claim his brother's each after the death of his brother. He was about to become a doctor when he went to eat so he only needed his last year of medical school. Along the way he rescued two young children who were the victims of a wagon crash and falls in love with their remarried mother. Hugh seems to have unlimited financial support from his father. Hugh meets a lot of woman when he gets to Oregon who are victims of abuse from men and he created an extended family. The mother of the children gets a divorce married Hugh. The list is endless it seems. People who Hugh befriends along the way helps him and uncooperative men receive Hugh's western justice since there is little good law enforcement here. Entertaining but lacks realism as Hugh becomes the savior of knight for all these women but remains true to marriage. CJP is a strong supporter of women and gives us a hefty dose in BC.
January 8, 2022
Reminder to my self—don’t read this book again!
This book is too sad for such a good story. I loved the story of rescuing the miracle children that went over the side of the Oregon Trail mountain in a wagon and crashed and survived. Hugh, the rescuer, almost seemed too good to be true through out the book. I feel C. J. Petit let me down in this book. I have read about 78 books and they are all good— there are hardships a plenty but justice is always served. I read for pleasure not to cry all evening and night and wake up with a heavy heart. This is a tribute to R E B E C C A —because the author let you die in the story and let another women take your place. Who cares about Susan. All those years he goes without a woman and has to turn to Susan in 3 weeks. Boo! And the children got over her too quickly like in 2 days!?!?
This book is too sad for such a good story. I loved the story of rescuing the miracle children that went over the side of the Oregon Trail mountain in a wagon and crashed and survived. Hugh, the rescuer, almost seemed too good to be true through out the book. I feel C. J. Petit let me down in this book. I have read about 78 books and they are all good— there are hardships a plenty but justice is always served. I read for pleasure not to cry all evening and night and wake up with a heavy heart. This is a tribute to R E B E C C A —because the author let you die in the story and let another women take your place. Who cares about Susan. All those years he goes without a woman and has to turn to Susan in 3 weeks. Boo! And the children got over her too quickly like in 2 days!?!?
January 17, 2024
A wonderful adventure!
As with all C.J. Petit stories, this is filled with ACTION, DRAMA & ROMANCE!
It should be read by everyone who (like myself) gets carried away and becomes one with the story.
My only complaints, PROOFREADING...
Due to his medical background, Petit uses a lot of graphic detail of damage caused by gunshots that most people don't understand - perhaps it adds excitement once they look it up in " Grey's Anatomy ".
The other thing is keeping names straight - in this story the evil HANSON BROTHERS become FREMONT, and Minnie's daughter is introduced as CARRIE, then becomes CASSIE and finally JESSIE... just a bit confusing!
Otherwise a terrific, well received book.
As with all C.J. Petit stories, this is filled with ACTION, DRAMA & ROMANCE!
It should be read by everyone who (like myself) gets carried away and becomes one with the story.
My only complaints, PROOFREADING...
Due to his medical background, Petit uses a lot of graphic detail of damage caused by gunshots that most people don't understand - perhaps it adds excitement once they look it up in " Grey's Anatomy ".
The other thing is keeping names straight - in this story the evil HANSON BROTHERS become FREMONT, and Minnie's daughter is introduced as CARRIE, then becomes CASSIE and finally JESSIE... just a bit confusing!
Otherwise a terrific, well received book.
June 11, 2017
Enjoy books of wagon train, Texas subjects. This has a lot going on. Maybe too many characters.Time period just after civil war. A quite simple man, who happens to be rich rescues children lost from a wagon train accident. No one checked to be sure children died after going over cliff. Having medical training he repairs their wounds and follows the wagon train to return them. He seems be a target for bad situations. He has a great passion on women protection and respect. He learns from children bad they have been treated badly and tries too help. This only makes the cheating husband angry. After that sort of beckmes a hero fairytale story with more women to rescue.
July 3, 2017
C. J. PETIT'S BAKER CITY WAS A FASCINATING STORY OF THE POST-CIVIL WAR AND THE OREGON TRAIL
Hugh McGinnis was an incredibly perfect hero who touched and improved the lives of all the women in this fascinating story. It is a complicated story of love and character and survival right after the Civil War. Life was hard and insecure for women -- Hugh was their savior. He was a loving and kind man who completely gave of himself to save women and children from danger and he delighted in seeing them live happier lives. I loved it.
Hugh McGinnis was an incredibly perfect hero who touched and improved the lives of all the women in this fascinating story. It is a complicated story of love and character and survival right after the Civil War. Life was hard and insecure for women -- Hugh was their savior. He was a loving and kind man who completely gave of himself to save women and children from danger and he delighted in seeing them live happier lives. I loved it.
December 13, 2018
A love story in the Old West
This story is told through the eyes of someone who has obviously known the kind of love he describes. There is nothing on Earth greater or sweeter than the love of a good woman. The one that is meant by God to be our one and only. Few find that special someone and settle instead for the one they think they love. If it is God's intention it is blessed by God and you will know it. As in all things that God intends for us it is better by a hundredfold. Good job Mr. Petit.
This story is told through the eyes of someone who has obviously known the kind of love he describes. There is nothing on Earth greater or sweeter than the love of a good woman. The one that is meant by God to be our one and only. Few find that special someone and settle instead for the one they think they love. If it is God's intention it is blessed by God and you will know it. As in all things that God intends for us it is better by a hundredfold. Good job Mr. Petit.
December 4, 2020
A different type of story
Starts out pretty standard book. Cowboy verses Indians. Then the kids are recovered from the demolished Conestoga wagon. The book starts off on a tangent. Hugh begins to meet the heroines. One after another all who need saved from disparaging situations. He handle all the bad guys firmly with swift justice. Of course all things work out. The ending is a little out there. The epilogue is the shortest on record. Summed up well in the final sentence of the book. not one of his best but still readable. The physical acts of love are well handled.
Starts out pretty standard book. Cowboy verses Indians. Then the kids are recovered from the demolished Conestoga wagon. The book starts off on a tangent. Hugh begins to meet the heroines. One after another all who need saved from disparaging situations. He handle all the bad guys firmly with swift justice. Of course all things work out. The ending is a little out there. The epilogue is the shortest on record. Summed up well in the final sentence of the book. not one of his best but still readable. The physical acts of love are well handled.
August 14, 2021
He was escaping from Cheyenne chasing him when he runs across the river flowing with debris from a broken wagon from a wagon train including a baby doll from a little child
Hugh decides to go up River and find where the little girl is and hopefully she's alive. He comes to the wreckage of the wagon and he's amazed that anybody is living but Andy and Addie are doing fine well not so fine and he has messed up shoulder and Addie has a broken leg. Hugh knows how to set a broken leg so he does that and put the splint on it and gets Addie fixed up so she can at least walk around a little bit and ride a horse. Hugh gets them saddled up on the horse and mule and they take off to try to catch up with the wagon train that's about 30 miles ahead of them. Hugh falls in love with the children and makes the whole thing a teaching ride where he's teaching them how to read showing them letters and numbers and they're making words already by the time they get near the wagon train. Trouble is not over with however is a couple of guys from The wagon train want to rob it and take off a cross country.
Hugh decides to go up River and find where the little girl is and hopefully she's alive. He comes to the wreckage of the wagon and he's amazed that anybody is living but Andy and Addie are doing fine well not so fine and he has messed up shoulder and Addie has a broken leg. Hugh knows how to set a broken leg so he does that and put the splint on it and gets Addie fixed up so she can at least walk around a little bit and ride a horse. Hugh gets them saddled up on the horse and mule and they take off to try to catch up with the wagon train that's about 30 miles ahead of them. Hugh falls in love with the children and makes the whole thing a teaching ride where he's teaching them how to read showing them letters and numbers and they're making words already by the time they get near the wagon train. Trouble is not over with however is a couple of guys from The wagon train want to rob it and take off a cross country.
October 9, 2017
BAKER CITY -ABSOLUTELY AMAZING
Everything that I read from this author goes from good to better to Absolutely Amazing! Again he takes you on an emotional journey that gives you a breathtaking look at love, loss and survival to find the true meaning of life. Just step up in the saddle and enjoy the ride. This will be a book that I know I will read again and again, just to enjoy the ride , again. C.J. Petit BRAVO !!!!!
Everything that I read from this author goes from good to better to Absolutely Amazing! Again he takes you on an emotional journey that gives you a breathtaking look at love, loss and survival to find the true meaning of life. Just step up in the saddle and enjoy the ride. This will be a book that I know I will read again and again, just to enjoy the ride , again. C.J. Petit BRAVO !!!!!
November 17, 2018
Heartfelt
Another exceptionally well conceived, highly believable and engrossing work of literary art from the fertile mind of C . J. Petit.
His understanding of human frailties and strengths is readily apparent in each of his novels that accurately portray the realities of the uniquely American West lifestyle that is so sadly being devalued and emasculated by our current societal straitjackets.
We eagerly plan to enjoy more treasures from the pen of Mr. Petit.
Another exceptionally well conceived, highly believable and engrossing work of literary art from the fertile mind of C . J. Petit.
His understanding of human frailties and strengths is readily apparent in each of his novels that accurately portray the realities of the uniquely American West lifestyle that is so sadly being devalued and emasculated by our current societal straitjackets.
We eagerly plan to enjoy more treasures from the pen of Mr. Petit.
March 5, 2019
Unnecessary political insertion
The "mercy killing" was an unnecessary political view which made the hero less of a hero. Was not required to move the story along except for the author to express his opinion on an immoral act of killing off the sick and disabled. Am disappointed as I've enjoyed several of this author's books. No more since the are many western
out there from which to choose and I will.
The "mercy killing" was an unnecessary political view which made the hero less of a hero. Was not required to move the story along except for the author to express his opinion on an immoral act of killing off the sick and disabled. Am disappointed as I've enjoyed several of this author's books. No more since the are many western
out there from which to choose and I will.
February 28, 2021
Enjoyable book
While Hugh, the main character of this story seems too good to be true...especially in this day and time...one has to remember these tales are back in a time when a good man revered the female gender and followed the code of the west. I thoroughly enjoy Mr. Petit’s stories and am aware that there really were men of honor that followed this code. I was married to one...and yes he wore a gun and a badge in a 1880’s western tourist attraction.
While Hugh, the main character of this story seems too good to be true...especially in this day and time...one has to remember these tales are back in a time when a good man revered the female gender and followed the code of the west. I thoroughly enjoy Mr. Petit’s stories and am aware that there really were men of honor that followed this code. I was married to one...and yes he wore a gun and a badge in a 1880’s western tourist attraction.
May 12, 2024
Whirlwind drama and action tale that celebrates life and honors death. Also chock full of "real" man ways to treat and bring up our children. Too many guys are busy satisfying their ego instead of making proper choices for their family. Petit's protagonist is spot on about the sorry plight of women and mothers-over worked and under appreciated. Let's see what we can do to change that in the world ... and not just on Mother's Day!
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July 27, 2017
Hugh - The Amazing Man
When you think of what makes a man a hero, words such as compassionate and perseverance come to mind. Hugh is that type of man.
He is a survivor and takes care of others - making those he rescues thriving survivors, too.
Enjoy the twists and turns of Baker City.
When you think of what makes a man a hero, words such as compassionate and perseverance come to mind. Hugh is that type of man.
He is a survivor and takes care of others - making those he rescues thriving survivors, too.
Enjoy the twists and turns of Baker City.
October 6, 2017
A wonderful story.
What can I say.....I thoroughly enjoyed this book. From love found to love lost and found again. A man...Hugh...helping folks in all kinds of ways. Looses his brother, goes to war, finally becomes a doctor. Bad men, horses, a great stray dog, babies, and God. Excellent!!!
What can I say.....I thoroughly enjoyed this book. From love found to love lost and found again. A man...Hugh...helping folks in all kinds of ways. Looses his brother, goes to war, finally becomes a doctor. Bad men, horses, a great stray dog, babies, and God. Excellent!!!
September 22, 2018
Baker City
This book was slightly different from the other stories, by C. J. Petit, that I have already read, but it still was a very touching one! The kindness shown to all the women that High McGinnis encountered, still shows a true gentleman, father, lover, and justice dispenser as the other men, in the author's other books!
This book was slightly different from the other stories, by C. J. Petit, that I have already read, but it still was a very touching one! The kindness shown to all the women that High McGinnis encountered, still shows a true gentleman, father, lover, and justice dispenser as the other men, in the author's other books!
November 15, 2018
C.J. Petit has written a book that has Truly touched my heart.
Living in the 1800,s was a very hard life, but it was much harder for women. They were under appreciated for all they did to care for their husband and children. This is a story of a man who understood what women lived like, and he tried to make their lives easier. A story of Love and Respect.
Living in the 1800,s was a very hard life, but it was much harder for women. They were under appreciated for all they did to care for their husband and children. This is a story of a man who understood what women lived like, and he tried to make their lives easier. A story of Love and Respect.
January 25, 2019
Wonderful western story that will be enjoyed by both men and woman
I'm always amazed how C. J. Petit come up with his story lines. They keep the reader glued to the story waiting for the next event to happen . Each book comes with excitement and love between each other with a good dose of giving and helping others.
I'm always amazed how C. J. Petit come up with his story lines. They keep the reader glued to the story waiting for the next event to happen . Each book comes with excitement and love between each other with a good dose of giving and helping others.
March 23, 2019
The right time
Hugh was chased by the Indians and got away. Then he met the peaceful Indians. Hugh using his doctor skills had saved the chiefs daughter. Her sister's heart was touched by Hugh. She knew they could never be. So she gave his a necklace for the right he would find the woman who would touch his heart. The adventure was just beginning.
Hugh was chased by the Indians and got away. Then he met the peaceful Indians. Hugh using his doctor skills had saved the chiefs daughter. Her sister's heart was touched by Hugh. She knew they could never be. So she gave his a necklace for the right he would find the woman who would touch his heart. The adventure was just beginning.
February 10, 2020
C J Petit Westerns
I read one of his books two years ago. Liked his style of writing and detail. Since then I have read his entire series three times. It's not that I don't remember them, it's that I enjoy them so much. Thank you for the pleasure I get immersing myself in these books.
I read one of his books two years ago. Liked his style of writing and detail. Since then I have read his entire series three times. It's not that I don't remember them, it's that I enjoy them so much. Thank you for the pleasure I get immersing myself in these books.
June 14, 2020
Baker City.
This one really got to me. So much sadness. Hugh was one special guy. He sure liked to take care of people. It's a good thing it was back in the day. Today he would have gone broke in the first two houses. This book was special. Reader's be sure and read baker City. It wll touch your heart. Jd
This one really got to me. So much sadness. Hugh was one special guy. He sure liked to take care of people. It's a good thing it was back in the day. Today he would have gone broke in the first two houses. This book was special. Reader's be sure and read baker City. It wll touch your heart. Jd
June 25, 2020
Good read
I really like his books. A couple of criticisms tho. A couple times people's names changed, that was confusing. Minnies daughter was introduced as Carrie, then later she was called Jessie. Saving ALL those women was a little much as was the running into town all the time. All in all it was a very good book.
I really like his books. A couple of criticisms tho. A couple times people's names changed, that was confusing. Minnies daughter was introduced as Carrie, then later she was called Jessie. Saving ALL those women was a little much as was the running into town all the time. All in all it was a very good book.
January 3, 2021
A Rich Book, All Totaled —I’ll Never Forget it.
I won’t spoil this book by trying to tell you how CJ Petit
Builds steadily an exquisite story. You will take away from Hugh a desire to really live life. From Blue Flower,
You will mystically step into another realm. Betty Burdette
I won’t spoil this book by trying to tell you how CJ Petit
Builds steadily an exquisite story. You will take away from Hugh a desire to really live life. From Blue Flower,
You will mystically step into another realm. Betty Burdette
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