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Sheriff Aaron Mackey #3
Get Out of Town
Dover Station, Montana, is no place for a lawman. A sheriff's badge ain't worth a nickel here--unless you've got the bullets to back it up . . .
When he signed up to be sheriff of this dirty little boomtown, Aaron Mackey knew he was asking for trouble. Once, when Mackey was the U.S. marshal for the whole Montana Territory, he swore no job could get any harder. But that was before he took down a few of the bank-robbing Hancock--and incurred the wrath of the gang's maniacal matriarch, Mad Nellie Hancock.
And that was before every avenging outlaw and hired henchmen came crawling out of the woodwork to kill him--in the meanest, bloodiest showdown the town had ever seen . . .
Aaron Mackey knows you can't fight city hall. But you can flush out every kill-crazy outlaw, greedy grifter, and boomtown rat--then exterminate with extreme prejudice . . .
"McCauley's more than a fair hand at Westerns . . . with nonstop action."
-- Roundup Magazine on Where the Bullets Fly
" Comes out guns blazing from the very first page and doesn't let up until the action-packed finale . . . a real page-turner."
--True West
"A captivating western . . . the setting is harsh and even the violence is gratifying."
-- Booklist, STARRED review on Dark Territory
When he signed up to be sheriff of this dirty little boomtown, Aaron Mackey knew he was asking for trouble. Once, when Mackey was the U.S. marshal for the whole Montana Territory, he swore no job could get any harder. But that was before he took down a few of the bank-robbing Hancock--and incurred the wrath of the gang's maniacal matriarch, Mad Nellie Hancock.
And that was before every avenging outlaw and hired henchmen came crawling out of the woodwork to kill him--in the meanest, bloodiest showdown the town had ever seen . . .
Aaron Mackey knows you can't fight city hall. But you can flush out every kill-crazy outlaw, greedy grifter, and boomtown rat--then exterminate with extreme prejudice . . .
"McCauley's more than a fair hand at Westerns . . . with nonstop action."
-- Roundup Magazine on Where the Bullets Fly
" Comes out guns blazing from the very first page and doesn't let up until the action-packed finale . . . a real page-turner."
--True West
"A captivating western . . . the setting is harsh and even the violence is gratifying."
-- Booklist, STARRED review on Dark Territory
352 pages, Paperback
Published August 25, 2020
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June 20, 2020
Terrence McCauley's Get Out of Town (Pinnacle Books 2020) starts with a mystery. Why is U.S. Marshall Aaron Mackey taking a dead outlaw to the rogue's hometown to be buried, where his family will doubtless seek revenge no matter how evil their kin is and now, they'll know exactly who to go after? It's like Mackey wants to make them furious. Those who know Mackey understand he has a plan and it is going exactly as he'd hoped. Where others might fear butting heads with a ruthless family that owns the town and has more relatives than rabbits have kits, all willing to die to avenge their murdered kin, Mackey eagerly steps into the snake pit.
And it only gets more interesting from here. This is a great story by an author I've never read before but am sorry I missed. Highly recommended for lovers of the western genre.
And it only gets more interesting from here. This is a great story by an author I've never read before but am sorry I missed. Highly recommended for lovers of the western genre.
August 25, 2020
Get Out of Town by Terrence McCauley
Sheriff Aaron Mackey Westerns #3
Sheriff Mackey is surveying a bounty to be brought in as this book begins and shortly thereafter bullets fly, men are dead, and the bounty is taken in for receipt. And that is my introduction to a man that is intelligent, intriguing, and intrepid. I wasn’t sure whether or not I would be able to follow the story coming in at book three of the series but had no trouble at all. I realized that in previous books I might have gotten a better handle on the relationship between Aaron and the other characters in the book with the more full backstory on many of them but enough was mentioned about each one to feel I understood the dynamics. That said…wouldn’t mind picking up the other two books in the future to see what DID happen in them.
What I liked:
* Sheriff Aaron Mackey: a lawman that wants to keep his town and territory safe. He wants justice to be done but doesn’t mind putting a bullet into those that are out to kill him. He is a good friend, wise leader and in a relationship with a woman.
* Billy Sunday: Aaron’s deputy but also a good friend, highly capable and a man you would like to cover your back when not standing by your side.
* Adair: a black battle horse with mettle, nerves of steel, and a nasty bite.
* Characters that I would like to know more about (maybe more in previous books?): Lagrange, Sandbourne, Katherine, Pappy, Mr. Rice and some met in Hancock.
* The writing style and story
* Finding a new author that was a joy to read
* The grit and grime and real feel that came through
* It reminded me of reading my father’s Westerns long ago – Zane Grey, Louis L’Amour and Max Brand.
* Knowing there is another book to look forward to in the series.
What I did not like:
* Mayor James Grant: an evil, remorseless megalomaniac with aspirations greater than just Dover, Montana
* The way the railroad people put money before humanity
* The Hancock family…at least all of them that I met.
* Reading the last page and knowing I would have to wait for the next book.
Did I enjoy this book? Yes
Would I read more in this series? Yes
Thank you to NetGalley and Kensington-Pinnacle for the ARC – This is my honest review
5 Stars
Sheriff Aaron Mackey Westerns #3
Sheriff Mackey is surveying a bounty to be brought in as this book begins and shortly thereafter bullets fly, men are dead, and the bounty is taken in for receipt. And that is my introduction to a man that is intelligent, intriguing, and intrepid. I wasn’t sure whether or not I would be able to follow the story coming in at book three of the series but had no trouble at all. I realized that in previous books I might have gotten a better handle on the relationship between Aaron and the other characters in the book with the more full backstory on many of them but enough was mentioned about each one to feel I understood the dynamics. That said…wouldn’t mind picking up the other two books in the future to see what DID happen in them.
What I liked:
* Sheriff Aaron Mackey: a lawman that wants to keep his town and territory safe. He wants justice to be done but doesn’t mind putting a bullet into those that are out to kill him. He is a good friend, wise leader and in a relationship with a woman.
* Billy Sunday: Aaron’s deputy but also a good friend, highly capable and a man you would like to cover your back when not standing by your side.
* Adair: a black battle horse with mettle, nerves of steel, and a nasty bite.
* Characters that I would like to know more about (maybe more in previous books?): Lagrange, Sandbourne, Katherine, Pappy, Mr. Rice and some met in Hancock.
* The writing style and story
* Finding a new author that was a joy to read
* The grit and grime and real feel that came through
* It reminded me of reading my father’s Westerns long ago – Zane Grey, Louis L’Amour and Max Brand.
* Knowing there is another book to look forward to in the series.
What I did not like:
* Mayor James Grant: an evil, remorseless megalomaniac with aspirations greater than just Dover, Montana
* The way the railroad people put money before humanity
* The Hancock family…at least all of them that I met.
* Reading the last page and knowing I would have to wait for the next book.
Did I enjoy this book? Yes
Would I read more in this series? Yes
Thank you to NetGalley and Kensington-Pinnacle for the ARC – This is my honest review
5 Stars
June 8, 2020
I received an advanced copy of this book from Netgalley and Pinnacle Books in exchange for an impartial review. The main characters are Aaron Mackey, US Marshal for the Montana Territory, and his deputy, Billy Sunday. It begins with Mackey going after one of the leaders of the large Hancock family of bank robbers and criminals. This leads to the family seeking revenge on Mackey and Sunday. To make matters worse, the Hancocks are in league with James Grant, the mayor of Dover Station where Mackey lives. Grant is crooked, but powerful and Mackey has never been able to make any charges against him stick. With the Hancocks backing him, Grant moves to take total control of Dover Station with only Mackey and Sunday standing in his way. I liked the characters, the storyline was engaging and there was plenty of action. I would probably have given this four stars except for the author’s annoying habit of repeatedly referring to Mackey as the hero of Dover Station. This apparently is based on an earlier book and he uses the phase often throughout the book. I’d prefer the author let me decide whether or not he is a hero rather than beating me over the head with it. I also think that since this incident is often referred to it would have been helpful to provide a brief recap for those of us who have not read the earlier work. Overall I enjoyed this book and with a bit of editing it could be even better.
May 31, 2020
"Get Out of Town" is an engaging western by Terrance McCauley. Though I believe it is part of a series, I read this as a stand alone and enjoyed it immensely. The book surrounds the adventures of Mackey a U.S Marshal, of the Montana Territory.
The story opens with the hunting down of a bank robber and his gang, bravely knowing that the family of the bank robber pretty much runs the town from which he works. As the story continues the reader learns that his hunting down this robber for justice is connected to the greater purpose to rid the town int which the protagonist was once Sheriff of a man who has too much control over the people and property.
Never working alone, we meet Mackey's deputy Marshal Billy Sunday. A black man of few words, but with much fighting prowess the story really takes off when these two come together.
This well written and plotted western was hard to put down, and both ended satisfyingly and made me ready to read the next installment.
The story opens with the hunting down of a bank robber and his gang, bravely knowing that the family of the bank robber pretty much runs the town from which he works. As the story continues the reader learns that his hunting down this robber for justice is connected to the greater purpose to rid the town int which the protagonist was once Sheriff of a man who has too much control over the people and property.
Never working alone, we meet Mackey's deputy Marshal Billy Sunday. A black man of few words, but with much fighting prowess the story really takes off when these two come together.
This well written and plotted western was hard to put down, and both ended satisfyingly and made me ready to read the next installment.
December 4, 2020
Get Out of Town was my first book I've read by Terrance McCauley. I like it. Being rasied on TV shows like Gunsmoke and Rifleman, I still enjoy a good western. This book was perfect. The characters, both good and bad guys, were good and described well. The plots were believable. The action was excellent. Do I want to continue the series? Yes. This was a good and fun read.
July 17, 2021
Former Sheriff now US Marshall Aaron Mackey has all he can do to maintain the law in Dover Station, Montana. He has to contend with a crooked mayor and a family of outlaws. If you like a kick butt main character, Aaron Mackey is that and more. This story has spades of action and will be a page turner right up to the end.
December 6, 2020
If you enjoy reading great westerns with lots of exciting action then Get Out Of Town is a must read!
I thoroughly enjoyed reading Get Out Of Town and highly recommend it. It offers lots of exciting, edge of your seat action and great characters
I thoroughly enjoyed reading Get Out Of Town and highly recommend it. It offers lots of exciting, edge of your seat action and great characters
September 24, 2022
A Decent Western
A decent western, brought to life by a couple of characters. It had a solid plot, that put you into the Old West; but it could have been better with more detail in the scene settings. I wished it was longer in length. I would read more by Mr. McCauley.
A decent western, brought to life by a couple of characters. It had a solid plot, that put you into the Old West; but it could have been better with more detail in the scene settings. I wished it was longer in length. I would read more by Mr. McCauley.
November 9, 2023
Like this Author
He spins a great story. Lots of action, memorable characters and a strong story. Lots of action and some really bad guys. I love that the good guys win but what a fight to capture the win .
He spins a great story. Lots of action, memorable characters and a strong story. Lots of action and some really bad guys. I love that the good guys win but what a fight to capture the win .
October 7, 2020
I thought Terrence McCauley has written a fabulous book. I enjoyed every page and had it read in just a few hours. Five stars.
January 6, 2021
Justice has prevailed! (I hope.)
March 27, 2021
One of the finest western I have ever read relly enjoyed it
February 17, 2022
I loved the details! It was soo good!!
October 7, 2023
Good western reading to take one out of the daily life and give a thought as to how life was before 1900.
December 17, 2023
Just another cowboy book.
September 11, 2020
I love a good western! Terrence McCauley always builds his stories around a man with principles, in this case, Sheriff Aaron Mackey of Dover Station, Montana. This sheriff has drawn a line against any who would cause trouble in his town. The big problem is Sheriff Mackey has to not only keep his town safe, he must defend himself against the enemies he gained as a US Marshall.
GET OUT OF TOWN is the 3rd in this series, but it's a fantastic stand alone too. Set in a time when most people thought laws were for the other guy and the only protection a town had was their Sheriff and his deputy, MCCauley has done an excellent job of pulling this reader into the Old West to follow the action. You can always count on McCauley's characters to save the day using extreme prejudice!!!
GET OUT OF TOWN is the 3rd in this series, but it's a fantastic stand alone too. Set in a time when most people thought laws were for the other guy and the only protection a town had was their Sheriff and his deputy, MCCauley has done an excellent job of pulling this reader into the Old West to follow the action. You can always count on McCauley's characters to save the day using extreme prejudice!!!
June 24, 2020
I’ve read all three Aaron Mackey novels by Terrence McCauley and enjoyed all of them. I think this one is the best of the three, so far.
Lots of action and great moments for each character to shine.
Over the last three books its been great to see the characters and the town of Dover Station grow and change.
McCauley knows how to write a good, old fashioned gun fight.
Very much looking forward to the next book!
Lots of action and great moments for each character to shine.
Over the last three books its been great to see the characters and the town of Dover Station grow and change.
McCauley knows how to write a good, old fashioned gun fight.
Very much looking forward to the next book!
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