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Zeb Hanks Mystery #8
Native Destiny
Sheriff Zeb Hanks gets a dire warning regarding his own life and that of Deputy Jake Dablo from Olga Mae Hooper Feathers. Olga Mae is an elderly sheep and goat herder in the Galiuro Mountains of Graham County. She is at the core of long-standing Native American mysticism as well as having a personal history that is intertwined with Zeb's family. Olga Mae carries many secrets of the past.
Certain evil men are intent on getting Olga Mae to share those secrets. They are looking for a legendary gold stash for their own gain and will stop at nothing to get their hands on it. Others want to protect not only the gold, but the history of the Indian nation. They become obstacles for the men with gold fever. A high price is paid when the two collide.
This is a tale woven with the threads of family, deceit, desire and the lust for gold. Zeb is deftly aided by his new deputy, Clarissa Kerkhoff, who has deep family ties to the area. She grew up on a ranch near where the crime occurs. Deputy Kerkhoff’s ten-year military career as an MP makes her Zeb’s most able compatriot in solving the crime.
The mystery includes the usual cast of characters, including the highly competent but ever eavesdropping Helen Nazelrod, the somewhat disgruntled Deputy Sawyer Black Bear, the ever present and always sturdy Deputy Jake Dablo and the extremely competent computer expert Shelly Hamlin.
The intriguing tale of past, present and future involves a 100-year-old revenge and is replete with Native American legend, Indian lore, devious bad guys and people with the best of intentions.
Saddle up and enjoy the fast ride in this tale of lust, greed, history, revenge and love. Zeb is back, but what he doesn't know, could kill him.
NATIVE DESTINY is the eighth book in the ZEB HANKS: Small Town Sheriff Big Time Trouble series. Other books in the series include NATIVE BLOOD, HOLES IN THE SKY, ADIOS ANGEL, NATIVE JUSTICE, NATIVE BONES, NATIVE WARRIOR and NATIVE EARTH.
Certain evil men are intent on getting Olga Mae to share those secrets. They are looking for a legendary gold stash for their own gain and will stop at nothing to get their hands on it. Others want to protect not only the gold, but the history of the Indian nation. They become obstacles for the men with gold fever. A high price is paid when the two collide.
This is a tale woven with the threads of family, deceit, desire and the lust for gold. Zeb is deftly aided by his new deputy, Clarissa Kerkhoff, who has deep family ties to the area. She grew up on a ranch near where the crime occurs. Deputy Kerkhoff’s ten-year military career as an MP makes her Zeb’s most able compatriot in solving the crime.
The mystery includes the usual cast of characters, including the highly competent but ever eavesdropping Helen Nazelrod, the somewhat disgruntled Deputy Sawyer Black Bear, the ever present and always sturdy Deputy Jake Dablo and the extremely competent computer expert Shelly Hamlin.
The intriguing tale of past, present and future involves a 100-year-old revenge and is replete with Native American legend, Indian lore, devious bad guys and people with the best of intentions.
Saddle up and enjoy the fast ride in this tale of lust, greed, history, revenge and love. Zeb is back, but what he doesn't know, could kill him.
NATIVE DESTINY is the eighth book in the ZEB HANKS: Small Town Sheriff Big Time Trouble series. Other books in the series include NATIVE BLOOD, HOLES IN THE SKY, ADIOS ANGEL, NATIVE JUSTICE, NATIVE BONES, NATIVE WARRIOR and NATIVE EARTH.
276 pages, Kindle Edition
Published March 7, 2018
About the author
Mark Reps
38 books47 followersMark Reps has been a writer and storyteller his whole life. Born in small town southeastern Minnesota, he trained as a mathematician and chiropractor but never lost his love of telling or writing a good story. As an avid desert wilderness hiker Mark spends a great deal of time roaming the desert and other terrains of southeastern Arizona from December to May. A chance meeting with an old time colorful sheriff led him to develop the Zeb Hanks character and the world that surrounds him. Mark returns often to SE Arizona for inspiration, information and to maintain the general feel of the area, learn its history and understand the local residents.
When Mark started writing he became pen pals with Tony Hillerman who offered up tips, criticism and ideas on some of his early novels. His books are often compared with the Longmire television series and books by Craig Johnson.
Mark’s most recent project is the eighth installment of the ZEB HANKS series, NATIVE DESTINY which launched in the spring of 2018. He is working on a Zeb Hanks Novella which will be distributed free to subscribers. Books nine and ten (and likely beyond) are planned at a pace of one per year through 2020. Welcome to the series!
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Many thanks to the many wonderful, loyal readers out there! Feedback is always welcome and Mark tries to respond to every request and question. If you read and enjoy the books, please review them on Amazon and Goodreads.
When Mark started writing he became pen pals with Tony Hillerman who offered up tips, criticism and ideas on some of his early novels. His books are often compared with the Longmire television series and books by Craig Johnson.
Mark’s most recent project is the eighth installment of the ZEB HANKS series, NATIVE DESTINY which launched in the spring of 2018. He is working on a Zeb Hanks Novella which will be distributed free to subscribers. Books nine and ten (and likely beyond) are planned at a pace of one per year through 2020. Welcome to the series!
Signup for new releases and free content: http://eepurl.com/b6_7m-/
Find out more at:
facebook.com/ZebHanks
www.markreps.com
@markreps1
Many thanks to the many wonderful, loyal readers out there! Feedback is always welcome and Mark tries to respond to every request and question. If you read and enjoy the books, please review them on Amazon and Goodreads.
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May 28, 2018
Native Destiny - a review by Rosemary Kenny
Mark Reps' amazing 8th book Native Destiny, is a Zeb Hanks adventure that takes place in the town of Safford, in the Grand Canyon State. The Sheriff's latest case deals with the spiritual as well as the corporeal, as his lover Echo Skysong prepares to assume an important role in the life of her people, the Apache, after tragic events unfold.
New Deputies Black Bear and Clarissa Kerkhoff, [the latter a temporary substitute for Kate Diamond, the new Mom in Zeb's Team], have family issues to deal with, when Clarissa's educationally challenged brother, Lamar, gets in with the wrong crowd and is led astray by Dram Hooper the ringleader, as is an Apache boy, Cle Feathers. During an investigation Zeb discovers and photographs strange hieroglyphs and cave paintings, which mean nothing to him, but mean everything to his fiancee Echo. After an evil murder takes place hers and Zeb's lives in Graham County will change for ever.
What did Olga Mae Feathers warn Zeb about before she was murdered? Who is hunting for something hidden? Who was the killer? Who are the Keepers of the Knowledge and how are they trained?
Who burns down Jake's trailer? What else is set on fire and by what means? Where is the cabin where Cle hides?
How is he badly hurt and by whom? Who later kills the arrow-maker? Where is the final shoot-out?
Sheriff Zeb Hanks and his loyal Team unite their various strengths and skills - and knowledge of Apache and White Man's mysteries and characters - to once more overcome those who desecrate the Ancient Places, showing the integrity of Justice and the strength of those who wish to keep the peace for all People.
Mark Reps' amazing 8th book Native Destiny, is a Zeb Hanks adventure that takes place in the town of Safford, in the Grand Canyon State. The Sheriff's latest case deals with the spiritual as well as the corporeal, as his lover Echo Skysong prepares to assume an important role in the life of her people, the Apache, after tragic events unfold.
New Deputies Black Bear and Clarissa Kerkhoff, [the latter a temporary substitute for Kate Diamond, the new Mom in Zeb's Team], have family issues to deal with, when Clarissa's educationally challenged brother, Lamar, gets in with the wrong crowd and is led astray by Dram Hooper the ringleader, as is an Apache boy, Cle Feathers. During an investigation Zeb discovers and photographs strange hieroglyphs and cave paintings, which mean nothing to him, but mean everything to his fiancee Echo. After an evil murder takes place hers and Zeb's lives in Graham County will change for ever.
What did Olga Mae Feathers warn Zeb about before she was murdered? Who is hunting for something hidden? Who was the killer? Who are the Keepers of the Knowledge and how are they trained?
Who burns down Jake's trailer? What else is set on fire and by what means? Where is the cabin where Cle hides?
How is he badly hurt and by whom? Who later kills the arrow-maker? Where is the final shoot-out?
Sheriff Zeb Hanks and his loyal Team unite their various strengths and skills - and knowledge of Apache and White Man's mysteries and characters - to once more overcome those who desecrate the Ancient Places, showing the integrity of Justice and the strength of those who wish to keep the peace for all People.
March 14, 2018
Fun western mystery novel
I’ve been reading the whole series and I’m enjoying how the characters are developing. Zeb is deep into his new relationship with Echo who is a strong character herself. The team is hitting on all cylinders.
Shelly the computer expert is also fun and adds more modern technology to the mix. Looking forward to book 9!
I’ve been reading the whole series and I’m enjoying how the characters are developing. Zeb is deep into his new relationship with Echo who is a strong character herself. The team is hitting on all cylinders.
Shelly the computer expert is also fun and adds more modern technology to the mix. Looking forward to book 9!
May 22, 2018
Kept my attention
Loved the story,the characters were well developed and I am partial to Native American stories. I will now look for the previous 7.
I found real people, not just story-conveyances.u
Loved the story,the characters were well developed and I am partial to Native American stories. I will now look for the previous 7.
I found real people, not just story-conveyances.u
October 7, 2018
Wow! That was a lot to take in.
Sheriff Hanks definitely had his hands full with to this one! So much to deal with and so much to take care of his friends and county. Murders, mysteries and crazy people are all involved in this book. Wow! When is the next book coming out???
Sheriff Hanks definitely had his hands full with to this one! So much to deal with and so much to take care of his friends and county. Murders, mysteries and crazy people are all involved in this book. Wow! When is the next book coming out???
June 6, 2019
A interesting read that follows a 13 year old boy's journey to adult hood. Small town sheriff takes the young man under his wing along with his Indian medicine doctor and they get him out of the rut of his poor family. He grows up to be police officer.
December 31, 2021
Sen and his deputies search for some killers
Zeb and his deputies (and his girlfriend) get into and out of one problem after another as they search for the men who killed an old apache woman , and are trying to kill Sen and his deputy Jake. Good story. Recommended reading.
Zeb and his deputies (and his girlfriend) get into and out of one problem after another as they search for the men who killed an old apache woman , and are trying to kill Sen and his deputy Jake. Good story. Recommended reading.
March 16, 2022
Well written and perfect ending!
Loved this one! This series has out done it's self with this book! I loved that Echo played a big part in it too! Dread when there's no more books in it!
Loved this one! This series has out done it's self with this book! I loved that Echo played a big part in it too! Dread when there's no more books in it!
March 12, 2018
Another great read
Mark Reps gives us another great Zeb Hanks adventure. Echo and Bird Song add the native insight of the world.
Mark Reps gives us another great Zeb Hanks adventure. Echo and Bird Song add the native insight of the world.
April 28, 2018
Very good book, like the native information.
May 15, 2018
Grear
Mark Reps is am excellent author his books are easy to read and a great source of information you will thoroughly enjoy
Mark Reps is am excellent author his books are easy to read and a great source of information you will thoroughly enjoy
June 3, 2018
Good series
The only complaint is that Hank needs to be a little more aware of Echo ‘s destiny as the new historian. Otherwise, I’m anxiously waiting for book 9.
The only complaint is that Hank needs to be a little more aware of Echo ‘s destiny as the new historian. Otherwise, I’m anxiously waiting for book 9.
June 10, 2018
Loved it
One more great story. Ready for more, Zeb Hanks is one tough cookie. Really enjoyed meeting new characters .Book nine here I come.
One more great story. Ready for more, Zeb Hanks is one tough cookie. Really enjoyed meeting new characters .Book nine here I come.
August 26, 2018
Enjoyed the Book!
I enjoy the Zeb Hanks series, I mostly like the historical and spiritual aspects woven into the story line. It make for an even better read.
I enjoy the Zeb Hanks series, I mostly like the historical and spiritual aspects woven into the story line. It make for an even better read.
November 17, 2018
A great series
Great story lines and excellent character development. Each book in the series builds on prior books without spending a lot of time recapping.
Great story lines and excellent character development. Each book in the series builds on prior books without spending a lot of time recapping.
December 20, 2019
Good
A law and order sheriff that has a county that has a reservation in it as well as a town and ranches
A law and order sheriff that has a county that has a reservation in it as well as a town and ranches
September 28, 2020
Good series!
I'm really enjoying this series and this author. I like the characters and genre. He's a good read. That's my highest praisr.
I'm really enjoying this series and this author. I like the characters and genre. He's a good read. That's my highest praisr.
June 15, 2023
Another homerun
Mark knocked it out of the park again. Zeb and Echo are amazing they bring me back every time. Looking for the next chapter in their lives.
Mark knocked it out of the park again. Zeb and Echo are amazing they bring me back every time. Looking for the next chapter in their lives.
May 2, 2018
Very good story. Book 8 of the series.
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