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Last Ride
WINNER OF THE INDEPENDENT AUDIOBOOK AWARDS IN 2019 FOR GENERAL FICTION.OLD GUNFIGHTERS NEVER DIE, THEY JUST FADE AWAY.A girl in pursuit of purpose, a boy hell-bent on revenge, and an old bounty hunter taking his last ride; will team up to collect a bounty after a woman is murdered in a small Montana town. Their only obstacle, besides the long five hundred mile trek; is the murderer isn't just anyone, he's the son of a powerful land baron who controls the town. What promised at first to be an easy job, will turn into a brutal fight with the cost being their lives if they fail.
- GenresWesternsScience Fiction
250 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 23, 2018
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G. Michael Hopf
48 books255 followersG. Michael Hopf is a USA Today bestselling author of almost forty books including the international bestselling post-apocalyptic series, THE NEW WORLD. He has made a prominent name for himself in both the post-apocalyptic and western genres. To date he has sold over one million copies of his books worldwide and many of his works have been translated into German, French and Spanish. He is a combat veteran of the United States Marine Corps and currently is the co-founder and Managing Partner of Beyond The Fray Publishing, where he oversees the daily operations of the company.
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December 27, 2025
Fun and easy read. Epic story line that picks up very quick.
September 16, 2018
This book is very captivating with ongoing excitement in every episode. I have read several books by Mr. Hope and this story ranks among his best yet with me. There is never a dull moment and I was forever anxious to see what may occur next. Try it. You will love it!
Definitely a five star western adventure, with plenty of exciting gunplay and extraordinary storylines from beginning to end. I was very impressed with the selection of characters, including the bad guys. Never a dull moment throughout the entire story, and the ending is very fulfilling.
Most definitely recommend this story to all readers, as there is a family-friendly context included, which definitely enhances the entire adventure. Too, everyone will enjoy each and every episode that constantly leaves no void from beginning to end. The author apparently did his research and the readers are the winners with his the well spent.
Definitely a five star western adventure, with plenty of exciting gunplay and extraordinary storylines from beginning to end. I was very impressed with the selection of characters, including the bad guys. Never a dull moment throughout the entire story, and the ending is very fulfilling.
Most definitely recommend this story to all readers, as there is a family-friendly context included, which definitely enhances the entire adventure. Too, everyone will enjoy each and every episode that constantly leaves no void from beginning to end. The author apparently did his research and the readers are the winners with his the well spent.
April 9, 2021
This story has no romance, (which is far from my normal genre), but this IS a story filled with passion for justice. The different people whose lives are woven together because of hatred and justice tell a comandeering story of a dying ex bounty hunter and two grown but orphaned young adults who are seeking revenge. The story really pulls you in, even though the bloody gore is described, as well as the vileness of mankind. As a listener you want to see justice prevail and those that suffered to have safety from the evil they find themselves surrounded with. There is a thread of faith in God, but it's not a major part, unfortunately. I would have liked to see someone redeemed!
The narration was really good! I liked his gravelly voice! His female characters didn't sound all fake either.
The narration was really good! I liked his gravelly voice! His female characters didn't sound all fake either.
October 1, 2018
Great western! I haven't listened to a lot of westerns on Audible, but I sure loved this one! Lots of great western action.
I really enjoyed listening to the story of Colton Emory, who arrived home to see his wife killed. Now he's on a quest to find the culprit, who ends up being from a family that is, let's say, challenging to mess with.
Revenge can be deadly, and only the strong survive. Will he?
Powerful story and I loved the narration, all in all a great listen! I sure reckon so! ;)
I was given this free review copy audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this review.
I really enjoyed listening to the story of Colton Emory, who arrived home to see his wife killed. Now he's on a quest to find the culprit, who ends up being from a family that is, let's say, challenging to mess with.
Revenge can be deadly, and only the strong survive. Will he?
Powerful story and I loved the narration, all in all a great listen! I sure reckon so! ;)
I was given this free review copy audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this review.
November 12, 2019
This is the first book I have read by Hopf. I was intrigued by the complexity of the characters. The story line moves quickly from one person to the next which highlights the angst of each individual. There was the drama of abuse and uncontrolled violence and power. The antagonists evoked sympathy as faced overwhelming odds. The protagonists were described in their grasp of power and uncontrolled evil actions. The old bounty hunter was a sympathetic figure as he struggled to help the young woman in her quest to avenge the death of her family members and her struggle against abuse and violence of every kind. The young protagonist had no redeeming qualities.
It was a gripping story and ended with the bounty hunter arriving at his final destination. He died honorably as Anne escaped to assist his family cope with his loss and the financial support needed for their survival. The story ended with Anne rescuing a young girl from domestic violence.
In all it was a compelling story.
It was a gripping story and ended with the bounty hunter arriving at his final destination. He died honorably as Anne escaped to assist his family cope with his loss and the financial support needed for their survival. The story ended with Anne rescuing a young girl from domestic violence.
In all it was a compelling story.
July 2, 2018
IS IT REALLY THE LAST RIDE
A bunch of down at the heel people who were mistreated or the dying potato farmer who all of a sudden is informed he owes the government sixteen years of a back tax amounting to eight hundred dollars...in those days that was an impossible amount to raise in sixty days..a variety
of people seeking revenge by all means possible.
Fast moving a bit heavy in parts but you can plow through it. The plots are different for each main character but in the end whatever they set out to obtain or settle it occurs.. not bad...
A bunch of down at the heel people who were mistreated or the dying potato farmer who all of a sudden is informed he owes the government sixteen years of a back tax amounting to eight hundred dollars...in those days that was an impossible amount to raise in sixty days..a variety
of people seeking revenge by all means possible.
Fast moving a bit heavy in parts but you can plow through it. The plots are different for each main character but in the end whatever they set out to obtain or settle it occurs.. not bad...
August 7, 2018
A Western/2 Old Bounty Hunters/1 New BH/One Target for an Indian Murder
CMH has penned a western story or a young woman raised and coached by a retired bounty hunter. Her Uncle android partner where two of the best in the business until they disappeared into the Idaho Badlands. They raise their families to protect and serve the weak. The older of the two hand his wife murdered because she was an Indian. They the acts of revenge begin. This is an excellent read for the genre.....DEHS
CMH has penned a western story or a young woman raised and coached by a retired bounty hunter. Her Uncle android partner where two of the best in the business until they disappeared into the Idaho Badlands. They raise their families to protect and serve the weak. The older of the two hand his wife murdered because she was an Indian. They the acts of revenge begin. This is an excellent read for the genre.....DEHS
March 25, 2025
Satisfying read
At first I was frustrated with the skipping around from one location and it's specific group of characters, to another, and so on. But as the story developed it became more understandable. However, the skipping tends to be tough to follow when you read some, stop, come back and try to remember what each group was doing and their role in the story. If you read this without too many breaks, it is a good and, in many ways, a great read. Really emphasizes the importance of parental love and guidance. I look forward to more of Hopf's stories.
At first I was frustrated with the skipping around from one location and it's specific group of characters, to another, and so on. But as the story developed it became more understandable. However, the skipping tends to be tough to follow when you read some, stop, come back and try to remember what each group was doing and their role in the story. If you read this without too many breaks, it is a good and, in many ways, a great read. Really emphasizes the importance of parental love and guidance. I look forward to more of Hopf's stories.
July 12, 2018
his is book and look for future work of yours.
I have read and enjoyed many of your e-books. I have referred them to friends as well. This book is so far from the post-apocalyptic offerings, though, it especially peaked my interest. I love Zane Grey, for instance. This work was right up there with the best of the westerns. I will be pleased to recommend this book and look forward to future works in either genre
I have read and enjoyed many of your e-books. I have referred them to friends as well. This book is so far from the post-apocalyptic offerings, though, it especially peaked my interest. I love Zane Grey, for instance. This work was right up there with the best of the westerns. I will be pleased to recommend this book and look forward to future works in either genre
June 24, 2018
Bounty hunter
Five stars because I could not put it down. Abby is a great character. Highly motivated, mission oriented. Was sorry to see her kill the bar tender: but had a feeling August would bite the dust. Will we see this shire shot and Maddy again?
Five stars because I could not put it down. Abby is a great character. Highly motivated, mission oriented. Was sorry to see her kill the bar tender: but had a feeling August would bite the dust. Will we see this shire shot and Maddy again?
July 4, 2018
Intriguing western
This was one of the best westerns I have read since Louis L'Amour. It made me want to keep reading and indeed kept me up most of the night. I highly recommend it to those who love westerns.
This was one of the best westerns I have read since Louis L'Amour. It made me want to keep reading and indeed kept me up most of the night. I highly recommend it to those who love westerns.
July 25, 2018
A girl bounty hunter!
A new angle. Abbie saw her aunt and uncle killed in cold blood. She had already killed her father. She decided to get revenge. She got help from an old bounty hunter. Along the way a lot of other things happened. Some was good, some was bad.
A new angle. Abbie saw her aunt and uncle killed in cold blood. She had already killed her father. She decided to get revenge. She got help from an old bounty hunter. Along the way a lot of other things happened. Some was good, some was bad.
August 14, 2018
Hard vengeance in the old west
A tough young woman seeks revenge on those who killed her aunt and uncle. Joining with an old sick bounty hunter and a reckless orphan teen they pursue justice and money from those who are responsible.
A tough young woman seeks revenge on those who killed her aunt and uncle. Joining with an old sick bounty hunter and a reckless orphan teen they pursue justice and money from those who are responsible.
September 18, 2018
Vengeance
Abby wants vengeance on the man who killed her aunt and uncle. Grant wants to save the family farm for his children, before he dies. They come together in an exciting tale.
Abby wants vengeance on the man who killed her aunt and uncle. Grant wants to save the family farm for his children, before he dies. They come together in an exciting tale.
September 24, 2018
3 1\2 Stars
Started out slow lots of characters with different backgrounds. Once they were all introduced then the story got better. Rich ranchers son murders a man's wife who then puts a $7,000 bounty to bring the murderer to justice.
Started out slow lots of characters with different backgrounds. Once they were all introduced then the story got better. Rich ranchers son murders a man's wife who then puts a $7,000 bounty to bring the murderer to justice.
May 8, 2019
Good fast read
Really enjoyed the characters and story line, all the characters were connected in different ways and not too many to keep up with. No spoilers here so just read it and enjoy.
Really enjoyed the characters and story line, all the characters were connected in different ways and not too many to keep up with. No spoilers here so just read it and enjoy.
February 12, 2021
Very interesting
I like books set back in the old days with horses and western themes. This one fits the bill. That's my "escape” from the craziness of this world. To get away and go to another time. This is a simple story but interesting. I just plain enjoyed it.
I like books set back in the old days with horses and western themes. This one fits the bill. That's my "escape” from the craziness of this world. To get away and go to another time. This is a simple story but interesting. I just plain enjoyed it.
June 28, 2018
Great read
Great story line, very good character development. This the first book I have read by this author and truly enjoyed it.
Great story line, very good character development. This the first book I have read by this author and truly enjoyed it.
July 12, 2018
What a great story!
Loved the courage of Abbey and the integrity of Grant. Would definitely like to see follow up book on Abbey!
Loved the courage of Abbey and the integrity of Grant. Would definitely like to see follow up book on Abbey!
July 15, 2018
Complete Story
Good writing, well developed characters and wow, what a tale. Thank you Mr. Hopf.
And I'm required to do 6 more words. Done...
Good writing, well developed characters and wow, what a tale. Thank you Mr. Hopf.
And I'm required to do 6 more words. Done...
July 21, 2018
Good
Different it was a good story and I like the cast it could have happened back when the country was young
Different it was a good story and I like the cast it could have happened back when the country was young
August 6, 2018
You can change
Life is heard. But to change is harder , but it's still a learning thing. All it takes is time and love. Good story , believable
Life is heard. But to change is harder , but it's still a learning thing. All it takes is time and love. Good story , believable
March 7, 2019
A well written novel like all of this authors westerns.
July 27, 2019
Good read
I enjoyed this book as it showed a young woman who adapted to her new environment readily. Some unexpected twists held my attention . I look forward to volume 2.
I enjoyed this book as it showed a young woman who adapted to her new environment readily. Some unexpected twists held my attention . I look forward to volume 2.
August 12, 2019
Great Read!
I don't honestly recall ever reading a western, but I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book! I found that the action flowed and liked the writing style. Thank you.
I don't honestly recall ever reading a western, but I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book! I found that the action flowed and liked the writing style. Thank you.
October 5, 2019
I seldom read a western; this one was well-written and enjoyable.
October 8, 2023
Good story, fun to listen to.
October 29, 2019
Last Ride is a good western for a change of pace and cleanses the palette. Colton Emory who, returning home one day, found his wife Martha brutally beaten, stabbed, and her throat cut. Who or why was a complete mystery to Colton. In desperation Colton posts a rather large bounty for the capture of the guilty party(s) dead or alive. This brings in bounty hunters from all over. The bigger issue is that the culprit happens to be the son of a big rancher and land owner who pretty much also owns the town. As the bounty hunters roll in they are identified by the rancher’s hands and sent packing. On the other side of town a father and mother are gunned down in front of the daughter who manages to escape. The daughter flees to a friend of her father who used to be a bounty hunter. Ex-bounty hunter is also in need of money to save his farm. See where this is going? This is a good story of revenge and survival. The characters are well-developed and the action is pretty good once all parties get together. This audiobook was given by the author, narrator, or publisher at no cost in exchange for an unbiased review via Audiobook Boom.
Reread 10-29-2019: Any story that can make my eyes water deserves five stars!
Reread 10-29-2019: Any story that can make my eyes water deserves five stars!
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March 19, 2019One of his fun reads, still some typos and less than his earlier books.
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