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The Women in Pants: Sidesaddle No More
A sheltered ranch wife and her friends trade their dresses for workpants to take on the rigors of a cattle drive — but the challenges are even greater than they imagined. Will they overcome with hearts and humor intact? Will they survive at all? “Stan Himes is a fantastic storyteller who keeps you laughing — until he has you crying or scared.” — Angela Dorsey, author of A Horse Called Freedom Reader "I think every young woman doubting herself in any way should read this book. The ending found me smiling for each character in the story. Kudos to the author!" "I know if you enjoy reading about strong confident and brave women you will love this book as much as I did!" "Recommend this books to all who enjoy Westerns, or even if you have never read one. I think you would perhaps see some of the personalities, philosophies and behavior in yourself and those you know and only read about! A very HUMAN book!" "WOW. Bought this book with the thoughts of perhaps a light read.... I'm telling you, the detail, the writing, the story were all superb." "This book is for everyone. I couldn't wait to see what happened but I didn't want it to end." "If this book doesn't get made into a big-budget movie with an ensemble of major actresses, Hollywood will have missed out on a blockbuster." "I loved this book from beginning to end. And the unique way the author told it. A most fun read. If I had lived in that time period I would have wanted to be one of those women in pants!"
189 pages, Kindle Edition
Published May 18, 2017
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Stan Himes
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— Angela Dorsey, author of A Horse Called Freedom
— Angela Dorsey, author of A Horse Called Freedom
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June 9, 2018
Great story
This is a true story of some truly brave women driving a cattle drive ...each woman on this cattle drive had their reasons for joining ...the main characters Mary and Katie (mother and daughter) had to run their cattle to market cause Mary's husband got injured and although he didn't like the idea and all the ranch hands had gone gold digging they didn't have a choice ...they had to get the cattle to market or loose the ranch....that's when some of the women in town decided to help Mary and Katie on the cattle drive, and of course you couldn't do that in a dress so they wore pants ...it was a truly thrilling and dangerous adventure that made the women true friends for life ...highly recommend this book ...I couldn't put it down and I know if you enjoy reading about strong confident and brave women you will love this book as much as I did!
This is a true story of some truly brave women driving a cattle drive ...each woman on this cattle drive had their reasons for joining ...the main characters Mary and Katie (mother and daughter) had to run their cattle to market cause Mary's husband got injured and although he didn't like the idea and all the ranch hands had gone gold digging they didn't have a choice ...they had to get the cattle to market or loose the ranch....that's when some of the women in town decided to help Mary and Katie on the cattle drive, and of course you couldn't do that in a dress so they wore pants ...it was a truly thrilling and dangerous adventure that made the women true friends for life ...highly recommend this book ...I couldn't put it down and I know if you enjoy reading about strong confident and brave women you will love this book as much as I did!
February 24, 2019
THEY MADE IT
You read this adventure of young women who did the job only men could do. It just goes to show everyone that women who put their minds to do something, it will get done. Sometimes women as well as men are presented a situation that they must accomplish or there isn't a next time..
This is a great story, actually it's reality because we all have read about women who have done what society said couldn't be done because women aren't built to do such work..fooled them haven't we..you do what you have to keep food on the table and a roof over head to keep dry..
Life isn't a Rose garden...but some still think it is until they get stuck a thorn...
You read this adventure of young women who did the job only men could do. It just goes to show everyone that women who put their minds to do something, it will get done. Sometimes women as well as men are presented a situation that they must accomplish or there isn't a next time..
This is a great story, actually it's reality because we all have read about women who have done what society said couldn't be done because women aren't built to do such work..fooled them haven't we..you do what you have to keep food on the table and a roof over head to keep dry..
Life isn't a Rose garden...but some still think it is until they get stuck a thorn...
July 23, 2018
Delightful reading
I was ready for some light entertainment when I started this book. I finished it in a day. It was humorous, well paced chick lit with Western flavor. It was not real accurate with its social history, using slang from ten years ago, but the conversational tone of the story is fun, so I made an exception and forgave that. The women had ideas a hundred years ahead of the time setting though some of the morals of those bygone times were evident in the story. I liked the development of relationships between the women characters, and had many laughs--the author has a wonderful sense of humor. I enjoyed the writing style, wondering if the author is truly male as the name "Stan" suggests. The girl talk and women's perspective was spot on!
I was ready for some light entertainment when I started this book. I finished it in a day. It was humorous, well paced chick lit with Western flavor. It was not real accurate with its social history, using slang from ten years ago, but the conversational tone of the story is fun, so I made an exception and forgave that. The women had ideas a hundred years ahead of the time setting though some of the morals of those bygone times were evident in the story. I liked the development of relationships between the women characters, and had many laughs--the author has a wonderful sense of humor. I enjoyed the writing style, wondering if the author is truly male as the name "Stan" suggests. The girl talk and women's perspective was spot on!
May 20, 2019
I can hardly wait to read the next Women in Pants story!
Each and every character in this book are interesting and make you want them all to survive the ordeals they face.
A very well written book with great descriptions, but not overly descriptive. Definitely not a boring moment to be read! I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book and hope to read these character’s next adventures!
Each and every character in this book are interesting and make you want them all to survive the ordeals they face.
A very well written book with great descriptions, but not overly descriptive. Definitely not a boring moment to be read! I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book and hope to read these character’s next adventures!
February 14, 2023
Stan Himes is a fantastic storyteller who keeps you laughing - until he has you crying or scared. Five women drive a herd of cattle to market across the wild prairie, and find a lot of adventure, fun, scares, confidence, and even love along the trail.
May 12, 2020
LADIES' ADVENTURES IN THE WILD WEST
This story was exciting. Its about a cattle drive undertaken by by a group of women & an old man driving a team of mules & cooking for the women cowboys who wore bluejeans. It was unheard of for women & teenaged girls to drive cattle or wear men's clothing to do it. It wasn't an easy trip but their adventures keep you reading as quick as possible
There is some romance, Indians, rustlers, men wanting to sell women, & rivers to cross. There is a good ending but not what you were expecting.
This story was exciting. Its about a cattle drive undertaken by by a group of women & an old man driving a team of mules & cooking for the women cowboys who wore bluejeans. It was unheard of for women & teenaged girls to drive cattle or wear men's clothing to do it. It wasn't an easy trip but their adventures keep you reading as quick as possible
There is some romance, Indians, rustlers, men wanting to sell women, & rivers to cross. There is a good ending but not what you were expecting.
December 25, 2020
The Women in Pants
Wonderful, uplifting and fun to read. An easy western to read. I thoroughly enjoyed the trials and tribulations of the different personalities of the women in pants. It's hard to pick one character out of so many delightful ones, as a favorite. Each character is more than ready to receive her Happily Ever After. Thank you Stan Himes for writing The Women in Pants. On to the next book.
Wonderful, uplifting and fun to read. An easy western to read. I thoroughly enjoyed the trials and tribulations of the different personalities of the women in pants. It's hard to pick one character out of so many delightful ones, as a favorite. Each character is more than ready to receive her Happily Ever After. Thank you Stan Himes for writing The Women in Pants. On to the next book.
February 20, 2021
What an interesting book! Due to an dramatic accident; bank plans to foreclose on the ranch; and, no men in site as they left for silver mines, the females were forced into action. A cattle drive must head north! Clothed in pants and shirts, trained with horses and guns, they head to Dodge City. There’s action, kidnappings, rustlers and on top of all that, there’s romance. I’m looking forward to seeing what’s next for this author.
April 15, 2018
The Women in Pants: Sidesaddles No More
Mary, Katie, Pearl and all the other ladies started on this seemingly impossible task of trailing a need of cattle to Dodge City at the risk to their own lives. The action is fast and the dangers are great . It is a really good read that is too good to put down .BRAVO!!!!BRAVO 👏👏👏
Mary, Katie, Pearl and all the other ladies started on this seemingly impossible task of trailing a need of cattle to Dodge City at the risk to their own lives. The action is fast and the dangers are great . It is a really good read that is too good to put down .BRAVO!!!!BRAVO 👏👏👏
May 20, 2019
Refreshing New genre
I've only read a western one time years ago. This one was refreshing because not only was it a really good western but being about women was like icing on a cake. I bought the book this morning and just finished it in one setting. I've got to revisit these strong 💪 ladies in book two. I definitely recommend this book, you will truly enjoy it.
I've only read a western one time years ago. This one was refreshing because not only was it a really good western but being about women was like icing on a cake. I bought the book this morning and just finished it in one setting. I've got to revisit these strong 💪 ladies in book two. I definitely recommend this book, you will truly enjoy it.
June 28, 2019
This is really a great story. Well written.
I like stories about the 1700 & 1800's and this one did not disappoint.
I loved the fact that the detail in the book was exactly the right amount. You were given the detail, but not too much. I don't like books that give you 3 paragraphs to describe a hillside, for example.
I never give a review with information about a story and don't like reading them myself. I will just stay - read the book you won't be disappointed.
I like stories about the 1700 & 1800's and this one did not disappoint.
I loved the fact that the detail in the book was exactly the right amount. You were given the detail, but not too much. I don't like books that give you 3 paragraphs to describe a hillside, for example.
I never give a review with information about a story and don't like reading them myself. I will just stay - read the book you won't be disappointed.
July 4, 2019
The feeling of success
This was one of the very best vs l have read in a long time. Once l started reading l just couldn't put it down. It seemed as though you could almost feel as though you were there. The author really brought to life many scenes in this story. The daily aches and pains of constantly riding for beginners brought back memories for me.
The encounters with thieves and killers kept you on the edge and wondering if they would be able to accomplish this ride.
I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys adventure and reading about what it might have been like to try something like this.
Awesome writing and l sincerely hope to see a series about this family.
This was one of the very best vs l have read in a long time. Once l started reading l just couldn't put it down. It seemed as though you could almost feel as though you were there. The author really brought to life many scenes in this story. The daily aches and pains of constantly riding for beginners brought back memories for me.
The encounters with thieves and killers kept you on the edge and wondering if they would be able to accomplish this ride.
I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys adventure and reading about what it might have been like to try something like this.
Awesome writing and l sincerely hope to see a series about this family.
June 22, 2024
Women accomplishing
Oh gosh I loved this story. Here's to the first of women being able to accomplish whatever they set their mind to. Lots of hardship on the trail but all survived and happiness seemed to follow. I could hardly wait for the next chapter. A really good read.
Thank you Stan Himes for a well written book.
Oh gosh I loved this story. Here's to the first of women being able to accomplish whatever they set their mind to. Lots of hardship on the trail but all survived and happiness seemed to follow. I could hardly wait for the next chapter. A really good read.
Thank you Stan Himes for a well written book.
April 13, 2018
A nice change from more recent reads
The story line moved well and the variety of characters was enjoyable. I normally would not have chosen a western novel but I'm glad I selected this one.
The story line moved well and the variety of characters was enjoyable. I normally would not have chosen a western novel but I'm glad I selected this one.
March 27, 2019
Oh my goodness
What an awesome story! While the story was written unconventional, it has been the best story I've read about on a woman's determintion. Thank you for bringing this story to life.
What an awesome story! While the story was written unconventional, it has been the best story I've read about on a woman's determintion. Thank you for bringing this story to life.
July 17, 2019
Excellent Story !!! It’s a must read if you like westerns.
Story started off a little slow for me but by the end I was hooked. Lost some sleep at times because I wanted to know what was next. Like the fact that the main characters were women.
Story started off a little slow for me but by the end I was hooked. Lost some sleep at times because I wanted to know what was next. Like the fact that the main characters were women.
August 19, 2019
Dream of going on cattle drive
This book drew my imagination to the time of driving cattle to market,and by women.😊 If you ever dreamed of being a real cowgirl of the old west this the book for you.
This book drew my imagination to the time of driving cattle to market,and by women.😊 If you ever dreamed of being a real cowgirl of the old west this the book for you.
January 16, 2020
Only my opinion
A unique tale.Well writion. Would make a great movie. I know women who hold to the old traditional roles and others who seek adventures. I fall in the middle. Reading good books keeps me going in my mature years as my body slows down. Keep me entertained.
A unique tale.Well writion. Would make a great movie. I know women who hold to the old traditional roles and others who seek adventures. I fall in the middle. Reading good books keeps me going in my mature years as my body slows down. Keep me entertained.
November 1, 2020
Great fun.
Fun, engaging story. The characters seemed real. Exciting climax. Story demonstrated that intelligence ,mercy, forgiveness, determination, and a sense of humor can overcome evil and tribulation.
Fun, engaging story. The characters seemed real. Exciting climax. Story demonstrated that intelligence ,mercy, forgiveness, determination, and a sense of humor can overcome evil and tribulation.
March 1, 2021
A fun read.
I enjoyed reading this book. I felt it had a slow, somewhat confusing start but developed into a good story.
There were enough twists and turns to hold your interest .
I enjoyed reading this book. I felt it had a slow, somewhat confusing start but developed into a good story.
There were enough twists and turns to hold your interest .
June 26, 2021
What a great book!
The Women in Pants: Sidesaddle No More will be able to stand with the great western novels like True Grit, Hondo, Shane and The Searchers. This book will make you laugh and cry. I loved it.
The Women in Pants: Sidesaddle No More will be able to stand with the great western novels like True Grit, Hondo, Shane and The Searchers. This book will make you laugh and cry. I loved it.
August 5, 2018
Women can do anything!
I so enjoyed this book and due to the fact that I have ridden in many cattle drives myself, I can relate to it all, except for the dangerous men in the story. It brought back many stories. A lot of them laughable.. I will probably read this again.
I so enjoyed this book and due to the fact that I have ridden in many cattle drives myself, I can relate to it all, except for the dangerous men in the story. It brought back many stories. A lot of them laughable.. I will probably read this again.
July 11, 2019
Excellent Book!
July 25, 2019
Wow
Keep writing love this book l could not put down everyone should try this book bed but l hate to write but love to read
Keep writing love this book l could not put down everyone should try this book bed but l hate to write but love to read
October 19, 2019
Women are mighty
I was a horse girl my whole life, so enjoy westerns. I thought it could have been longer. Maybe more interaction with the indians.
I was a horse girl my whole life, so enjoy westerns. I thought it could have been longer. Maybe more interaction with the indians.
January 18, 2020
Inspiring
I truly enjoyed reading this book. Inspired by the blending of women to achieve a common goal. I do like happy endings.
I truly enjoyed reading this book. Inspired by the blending of women to achieve a common goal. I do like happy endings.
February 7, 2020
Incredible!
This book had my full attention from first page. Storyline is gripping and the characters are so well defined. Could not put down.
This book had my full attention from first page. Storyline is gripping and the characters are so well defined. Could not put down.
February 16, 2020
Women in Pants
Good book. Sometimes you laugh other times you tear up. Determined women who must be successful at their cattle drive!
Good book. Sometimes you laugh other times you tear up. Determined women who must be successful at their cattle drive!
February 16, 2020
A Different Western
A great western tale with an unusual storyline about a ragtag group of women that must take a herd of cattle from Texas to Dodge City. A truly enjoyable book.
A great western tale with an unusual storyline about a ragtag group of women that must take a herd of cattle from Texas to Dodge City. A truly enjoyable book.
March 13, 2020
What a ride!
I just loved it. What an adventure. It truly depicted the ability women have to step up and get things done. No whining or crying just backbone and determination. Thank you to the author. Mr. Himes must have sisters or strong women in his life.
He was able to detail their grit in a way I wouldn't have expected from a man.
I just loved it. What an adventure. It truly depicted the ability women have to step up and get things done. No whining or crying just backbone and determination. Thank you to the author. Mr. Himes must have sisters or strong women in his life.
He was able to detail their grit in a way I wouldn't have expected from a man.
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