A classic western novel from Frank Wheeler with non-stop epic adventure and a blend of western romanceSheriff Merrill Vinson is looking forward to a new life in Dry Cross, Texas. But from the moment he arrives, he knows something isn’t right.The townspeople are nervous. Edgy.And no one will look him in the eye. Except for Cherry Jones.Cherry is the sassy saloon owner who keeps the town laughing. And Merrill is smitten. But Cherry’s got secrets she’ll go to her grave protecting. And if Booth Nolan gets his way, that’s just what will happen.Booth and his gang are wanted across the state of Texas for murder, theft, and assault. And he’s been hiding out in Dry Cross for the last year. The town is too scared to stop him, even if means handing him their money and their women.But Merrill’s ready to clean things up. He’s got a gun, his horse, and his honor to take into battle with him. When Cherry becomes the pawn in Booth’s evil game, it’s up to Merrill to save her. If only it were that easy.Can Merrill rid the town of Booth and protect the people he loves, or is this one round justice can’t win?Each novel in the series is a standalone western which can be read out of order.
This book start out with a bang and continues. Author does a great job of characterization of the western time and mind set. I appreciate that the author doesn’t use vulgarity in his writing, a trait tony hillerman sited as a sign of a good writer and I agree. If you love your westerns, as I do, you’ll love mr. wheeler’s newest book.
Didn't think I would be as mesmerized by this series of outstanding western adventures as I have been, but this grabbed me from age one and never let go! Already purchased the next book in sequence, and looking forward to continue riding along with Sheriff Merrill and Emerson once again!
Most definitely five stars worthy, as the action only intensifies with each new adventure, and Sheriff Vinson program is resilience with each new encounter with the bad guys. Unlike the previous Sheriff, he definitely isn't in cahoots with the outlaw gang that has been running rampant for an extended period time time! He is dead set on reviving the town, but has a hard time finding anyone to back him up! Outstanding storylines that successfully maintains anyone's undivided attention from beginning to end, and the Author's successful selection of characters were perfectly selected for their commanding assignments as they maintained my undivided attention throughout the entire story. Never a dull moment throughout this compelling story of unending exciting, and very heartwarming, realistically motivated series unending excitement! This is a must read for all readers, regardless of your reading preference, as it is very heartwarming rendition of how I perceived our old American West was probably tamed! I assure you to be unable to put the book aside until the final paragraph has been read! It is a rather long story, but each new encounter of the Sheriff's attempt to bring justice to his area is definitely worthy of your undivided attention! Yes! Even you non-western enthusiasts will find yourselves completely satisfied with how this compelling western masterpiece will definitely impress you from beginning to end!!!😃
Start with sheriff stations. The only things called stations serviced transportation, usually trains. Then you have the 11 shot six shooters. Plot, characters, and physical surroundings are all bog standard. Only thing original are the place names.
A typical Wheeler novel, and I loved them all. I like the character development and the connection between previous novels. I like the way he deals with self determination, right and wrong, respect and the lifestyle of the west. Keep them coming.
Not as good as the past, lot of repeat. starting to get repetitive, that makes for getting bored. Just changing names don’t always work. I get bored easy , first 3 or 4 ok….but…8, time to change story line don’t you think 🤔?? Tweety 🦜🦜
This was a great action packed adventure that gives us the opportunity to get some idea of what the good old west would be like with little or no lawmen.