The Winds of Autumn

by Jim R. Woolard

Jim R. Woolard’s classic western of a family torn apart by a savage, untamed territory, and their relentless struggle for survival—and revenge . . .
 
Deep in the Ohio Valley, the Tyler family laid claim to a new life. But one deadly evening  changed everything. Under a moonless night, the family is beset by rampaging Shawnee. In the red storm of bullets, arrows, and knives, Blake and Blaine Tyler emerge bloodied but alive. But their parents have been brutally murdered. And their sister, Sarah, is the victor’s spoils for a war party long gone.
 
Undeterred, the brothers set off across the Ohio River. Two against one embittered nation makes poor odds. But revenge has a way of getting the job done . . .

339 pages, Kindle Edition

First published May 1, 1996

Reviews

[David Plank · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good read

Enjoyed the story of early life in Kentucky and the challenge of existing isolated while at odds with native Americans.

[Ranette · Rating 4 out of 5]

When his family is killed by a group of drifters, a boy takes out after them leaving his Quaker upbringing in the past. His elderly friend follows him and in the end helps him.