The Valiant Gunman: 1874

The House of Winslow #14

by Gilbert Morris

Dan Winslow survived the Civil War with the dream of one day going West and becoming a cowboy with a ranch of his own. But it would be several disappointing years before this son of Sky and Rebekah Winslow found himself on the dusty cattle trail from Texas to Wyoming. For young widow Hope Rogers, the promise of a cattle ranch in Wyoming seemed like the only possible way to hold her impoverished family together. But the sacrifice she had to make to get there was a dreadful price for a woman to pay. When Dan Winslow arrives in Wyoming, he discovers that the powerful cattle baron of the Arrow Ranch is forcing the local small ranchers and homesteaders out of business, including Hope Rogers. Winslow had not come looking for another war, but his only choice is to fight. The desperate ranchers need Dan's gun, and Dan needs their support. House of Winslow Book 14.

Genres: Historical Fiction, Christian Fiction, Christian, Fiction, Historical, Romance, Inspirational

320 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1993

About the author

also published under the name Gilbert L. Morris

Gilbert Morris was one of today's best-known Christian novelists. He lived in Gulf Shores, Alabama, with his wife, Johnnie. He is the father to Lynn Morris and Alan Morris

Series:
* Adventures of Kerrigan Kids
* American Century
* Appomattox Saga
* Barney Buck
* Bonnets and Bugles
* Cheney Duvall, M.D. (with Lynn Morris)
* Cheney and Shiloh: The Inheritance (with Lynn Morris)
* Chronicles of the Golden Frontier
* The Creole (with Lynn Morris)
* Danielle Ross Mystery
* Daystar Voyages
* Dixie Morris Animal Adventures
* Far Fields (with Robert Funderburk)
* House of Winslow
* Jacques and Cleo: Cat Detectives
* Katy Steele Adventures (with Alan Morris)
* Lady Trent Mystery
* Liberty Bell
* Lions of Judah
* Lone Star Legacy
* Omega (with Lynn Morris and Alan Morris)
* The Price of Liberty (with Robert Funderburk)
* Reno Western Saga
* Seven Sleepers
* Seven Sleepers: The Lost Chronicles
* Singing River
* Spirit of Appalachia (with Aaron McCarver)
* Too Smart Jones
*

Reviews

[Brian · Rating 4 out of 5]

Another enjoyable tale set in the old and Wild West. Mr. Morris continues to find ways to tell compelling stories in this era. The drama felt real, although the resolution again felt rushed. I’d enjoy more time to get to experience the “happy ending.” Somehow, Morris finds ways to make the resolution happen closer and closer to the final sentence of the book. Personally, I’d prefer the story to have an epilogue of sorts that wraps up the tale, especially since he takes so long to return to any of these characters in future books.

[lee sherman · Rating 5 out of 5]

I am not always very interested in Westerns but I love the history that is included in Glilbert Morris's House of Winslow series. I enjoyed this book a lot, both for the history and better understanding of how the range wars started and for the heartwarming characters that played out the events.

[Ruth · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a good book in the series. It followed another of Sky Winslow's sons, Dan. He is the fourth of the siblings that have been written about. It is interesting how each of the siblings went in different directions. After the civi war, Dan left the former southern plantation and became a cowboy. it is an entertaining story

[Jeffrey M. Van Dyke · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wonderful read.

God works in mysterious ways even in the old west. House of Winslow series is a wonderful read in how God works in our lives even when we don't know it or think we deserve it.

[Emily Cofer · Rating 5 out of 5]

All Time Favorite

This was the first book I had ever read by Gilbert Winslow. I read it in 8th grade and he has been a favorite ever since. I have read it many times, but still love it just as much!

[Carol · Rating 5 out of 5]

The first section has nothing to do with the Winslows, but gives the background for other people in the story. Historically, gives info on range wars in the west.

[Susan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent Christian author

[Debbie Lockledge · Rating 4 out of 5]

Such a great series!!! A great way to learn American history if read in order.

[Arnetta · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have thoroughly enjoyed and loved every book in this series. This one is no different.

[Diane · Rating 3 out of 5]

Zach comes to save his daughters from thieves and kidnappers. Lobo Smith is a hero.

[Karen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good suspense with the cattle drive and then getting settled on the ranch. Cowboy life was a hard life. Never knowing if someone was going to shoot you if they didn't like what you did to them would be hard, especially where there really was no lawman except for in the towns. Liked how Dan was able to accept Christ and feel the peace that comes from letting him into your life. Glad I didn't live during this time period.

[Rachel · Rating 5 out of 5]

This series by Gilbert Morris is one of my absolute favorites. Each book follows at least one member of a generation in the Winslow family tree and the member(s) gets saved and finds true love. There's also some commentary on the social conditions of the time frame. Truly interesting.

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[Jencey/ · Rating 4 out of 5]

I have read this book twice. I liked it! This book takes place also in the wild west in Wyoming.

[Conni · Rating 5 out of 5]

Book 14

[Carolyn · Rating 3 out of 5]

I enjoying reading Gilbert Morris books. This one was kind of a palate washer before getting into The Zealot. My son recommended that book to me.