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The Blood Hounds: Western Box Set
From the bestselling author of Grit and Old Dogs comes this collection of the first three books of the popular Western series, THE BLOOD HOUNDS.
THE BLOOD HOUNDS - Book 1
Fifteen years after the disappearance of Miranda Wheaton, Pinkerton agents Trace Crockett and Darby Maguire must leave no stone unturned while evading Kansas twisters, surviving Dodge City gunfights, and embarking on a treacherous journey to "No Man's Land," as the two "blood hounds" try to pick up the scent of the missing young woman.
NO MAN’S LAND - Book 2
In the aftermath of a bloody train robbery, The Pinkerton Detective Agency enlists the newly married detectives Trace and Darby Crockett to track down the gold bullion that was stolen from the train, as well as one of the passengers who was abducted by the outlaws: the fifteen year-old daughter of a railroad executive.
LOOKING FOR TROUBLE - Book 3
Thirteen-year-old Brady “Trouble” Yates takes a detour when he hears gunshots and hysterical screaming on his way from a trip into the small town of Lockwood, Wyoming and decides he should investigate the commotion. What Brady discovers puts his own life at risk, and he knows he can’t return home, so he heads for the hills to lie low while he plots his next move. Enter “the blood hounds,” Trace and Darby Crockett, former Pinkerton detectives, who are hired not only to investigate the disappearance of Brady Yates but also the murder of a local lawman. Are the two events related?
THE BLOOD HOUNDS - Book 1
Fifteen years after the disappearance of Miranda Wheaton, Pinkerton agents Trace Crockett and Darby Maguire must leave no stone unturned while evading Kansas twisters, surviving Dodge City gunfights, and embarking on a treacherous journey to "No Man's Land," as the two "blood hounds" try to pick up the scent of the missing young woman.
NO MAN’S LAND - Book 2
In the aftermath of a bloody train robbery, The Pinkerton Detective Agency enlists the newly married detectives Trace and Darby Crockett to track down the gold bullion that was stolen from the train, as well as one of the passengers who was abducted by the outlaws: the fifteen year-old daughter of a railroad executive.
LOOKING FOR TROUBLE - Book 3
Thirteen-year-old Brady “Trouble” Yates takes a detour when he hears gunshots and hysterical screaming on his way from a trip into the small town of Lockwood, Wyoming and decides he should investigate the commotion. What Brady discovers puts his own life at risk, and he knows he can’t return home, so he heads for the hills to lie low while he plots his next move. Enter “the blood hounds,” Trace and Darby Crockett, former Pinkerton detectives, who are hired not only to investigate the disappearance of Brady Yates but also the murder of a local lawman. Are the two events related?
- GenresWesterns
747 pages, Kindle Edition
Published April 25, 2021
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About the author
Ron Schwab
47 books192 followersRon Schwab is the author of the popular Western series, The Law Wranglers, The Coyote Saga, and The Lockes, as well as several standalone novels, including Grit, a winner of the Western Fictioneers Peacemaker Award for Best Western Novel, and Cut Nose, a finalist for the Western Writers of America Best Western Historical Novel. He is a member of the Western Writers of America, Western Fictioneers, and Mystery Writers of America.
Ron’s earlier published works included the suspense novels, Crocodile Fears and The Buddy System, both printed under a pseudonym, Michael J. Stewart. He is a member of the Western Writers of America, Western Fictioneers, and Mystery Writers of America.
Ron and his wife, Bev, divide their time between their home in Fairbury, Nebraska and their cabin in the Kansas Flint Hills.
Ron’s earlier published works included the suspense novels, Crocodile Fears and The Buddy System, both printed under a pseudonym, Michael J. Stewart. He is a member of the Western Writers of America, Western Fictioneers, and Mystery Writers of America.
Ron and his wife, Bev, divide their time between their home in Fairbury, Nebraska and their cabin in the Kansas Flint Hills.
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June 22, 2021
Trace in Manhattan meets Darby for the first time at the lawyers office miles locke
And Sparks fly when these two meet. Have to find the clues to find the missing Miranda Wheaton who has been missing for 14 years. There's not many clues but they have a clue to go to the stable at dusk and meet somebody there who has more information. But there is a shoot out there and the informant is shot and two of the criminals are shot. A third one gets away and who knows how many are around. After snooping around town Trace comes back to his room and find the door open so carefully pulls this gun and sneaks in. There he finds Audra camped out in his room hiding she says from the other criminals turns out she's the informant partner. She knows where to go next and they figured they're going to have a couple of criminals on their tail as they go.
And Sparks fly when these two meet. Have to find the clues to find the missing Miranda Wheaton who has been missing for 14 years. There's not many clues but they have a clue to go to the stable at dusk and meet somebody there who has more information. But there is a shoot out there and the informant is shot and two of the criminals are shot. A third one gets away and who knows how many are around. After snooping around town Trace comes back to his room and find the door open so carefully pulls this gun and sneaks in. There he finds Audra camped out in his room hiding she says from the other criminals turns out she's the informant partner. She knows where to go next and they figured they're going to have a couple of criminals on their tail as they go.
June 18, 2022
I want more!
The only complaints I have are small. One was smarter of editing. They said shoes instead of shod. Small I know but in books this well crafted it stood out. The second was of more concern. It seemed like the last chapter of book two was missing. Books one and three tied everything up neatly and in a way to feel satisfied and complete but the second book felt unfinished. Not in keeping with the well crafted style of the other two books. I hope we will see more of these characters.
The only complaints I have are small. One was smarter of editing. They said shoes instead of shod. Small I know but in books this well crafted it stood out. The second was of more concern. It seemed like the last chapter of book two was missing. Books one and three tied everything up neatly and in a way to feel satisfied and complete but the second book felt unfinished. Not in keeping with the well crafted style of the other two books. I hope we will see more of these characters.
June 27, 2024
Love the books!
4th series of his and will locate and read all rest. His westerns have interesting plots and great characters. I really enjoyed The Blood Hounds especially the one with Trouble, Ethan, and Hannah as had read about Lockdown with the Accidental Sheriff already when Trouble was bit older. Darby & Trace entertaining couple and want more or of Clay & Megan & Pirate too
4th series of his and will locate and read all rest. His westerns have interesting plots and great characters. I really enjoyed The Blood Hounds especially the one with Trouble, Ethan, and Hannah as had read about Lockdown with the Accidental Sheriff already when Trouble was bit older. Darby & Trace entertaining couple and want more or of Clay & Megan & Pirate too
February 10, 2022
Great read for anyone
Really enjoy Ron's writing style, story lines and his thorough historical research. I have learned a great deal about 1870-90 years of the life style on the Great Plains while enjoying good stories. I have read all but 1 or 2 of Ron's books and hope to finish those very soon.
Really enjoy Ron's writing style, story lines and his thorough historical research. I have learned a great deal about 1870-90 years of the life style on the Great Plains while enjoying good stories. I have read all but 1 or 2 of Ron's books and hope to finish those very soon.
October 19, 2025
Great writing!
Ron is a gifted writer. His storytelling is ripe with twists and turns that keep the reader enthralled with the evolving storyline. The characters are well developed and interesting people. He weaves little tidbits of his character's personalities throughout that makes them human and believable. That Blood Hounds is a great read!
Thanks Ron.
Ron is a gifted writer. His storytelling is ripe with twists and turns that keep the reader enthralled with the evolving storyline. The characters are well developed and interesting people. He weaves little tidbits of his character's personalities throughout that makes them human and believable. That Blood Hounds is a great read!
Thanks Ron.
May 28, 2021
The Blood Hounds:
Enjoyed all of books with the Husband and Wife. Those two sure get around. I have read so much about the pickdersons. Some good,some bad. Write more about families and spouses,friends. Jd
Enjoyed all of books with the Husband and Wife. Those two sure get around. I have read so much about the pickdersons. Some good,some bad. Write more about families and spouses,friends. Jd
June 14, 2021
I am impressed! His work is among the best I’ve read. I look foreword to another of his books I’m thinking grit next.
I am impressed! His work is among the best western stories I’ve read. I will probably read Grit next. Great job, Ron!
I am impressed! His work is among the best western stories I’ve read. I will probably read Grit next. Great job, Ron!
June 28, 2021
Wow. Fabulous
What a wonderful saga in these 3 books. I would definitely want to read them in order. They could be stand alone but you would miss the buildup from book to book. I'd like to see a fourth with Audra getting her happy life.
What a wonderful saga in these 3 books. I would definitely want to read them in order. They could be stand alone but you would miss the buildup from book to book. I'd like to see a fourth with Audra getting her happy life.
July 28, 2021
Friendship
I chose this rating because it deserved it. I love this mans writings, through the laughter and a few times there were tears of joy for those that deserved the happiness they ended up with. So many times I laughed and also snorted. Great books🤗
I chose this rating because it deserved it. I love this mans writings, through the laughter and a few times there were tears of joy for those that deserved the happiness they ended up with. So many times I laughed and also snorted. Great books🤗
July 29, 2021
The Bloodhounds
I can't recall when I have enjoyed three western stories as much as The Bloodhounds! All three were hard to put down, with interesting characters that were realistic and non stop action. I will follow Ron Schwab from now on!
I can't recall when I have enjoyed three western stories as much as The Bloodhounds! All three were hard to put down, with interesting characters that were realistic and non stop action. I will follow Ron Schwab from now on!
July 29, 2021
The lockes
This is and was a very enjoyable series that has been written by a great author. I would recommend this book to all advid readers of western fiction. The series of books keeps you interested throughout. I highly recommend this book series, well written.
This is and was a very enjoyable series that has been written by a great author. I would recommend this book to all advid readers of western fiction. The series of books keeps you interested throughout. I highly recommend this book series, well written.
December 16, 2021
Enjoyable book and well written. I would recommend this book for those that enjoy light reading
If you want a easy reading book this is
A good one. Some Western knowledge is away good for the author to present.
If you want a easy reading book this is
A good one. Some Western knowledge is away good for the author to present.
January 12, 2022
Down to Earth
Book is well written and keeps you interested. Would recommend to all adults. story is a little predictable, but there are surprises also. A book you want to keep reading.
Book is well written and keeps you interested. Would recommend to all adults. story is a little predictable, but there are surprises also. A book you want to keep reading.
January 13, 2022
A great western series
while westerns are not my usual reading, I was glad that I downloaded this series. I really liked the Liked the detective angle along with the kids that played an important part in each book. Well worth reading.
while westerns are not my usual reading, I was glad that I downloaded this series. I really liked the Liked the detective angle along with the kids that played an important part in each book. Well worth reading.
April 15, 2022
The Blood Hounds
A great and enjoyable series. The old west, what hardships people had to endure to survive. The characters were great and and reminded me of the way the Wild West stories I grew up with were.
A great and enjoyable series. The old west, what hardships people had to endure to survive. The characters were great and and reminded me of the way the Wild West stories I grew up with were.
June 14, 2022
Great read
The blood hounds box set is well worth reading, the characters are each enjoyable and you want to learn more about them, sure hope more books are coming with stories about them as with these characters the adventures will be filled with excitement
The blood hounds box set is well worth reading, the characters are each enjoyable and you want to learn more about them, sure hope more books are coming with stories about them as with these characters the adventures will be filled with excitement
June 3, 2023
A great read
Book three was every bit as exciting as all the other books in this series have been. I hope that someday there might be another book in the series, I've throughly enjoyed the rich full characters and the weaving of each story just keeps the pages turning.
Book three was every bit as exciting as all the other books in this series have been. I hope that someday there might be another book in the series, I've throughly enjoyed the rich full characters and the weaving of each story just keeps the pages turning.
February 14, 2024
Human bloodhounds and animal bloodhounds make a good story even better.
Trace and Darby make a good pair of detectives. It seems they always get their man and produce an exciting adventure doing it. A good story. I liked it a lot.
Mister Ron Schwab spins a good tale.
Trace and Darby make a good pair of detectives. It seems they always get their man and produce an exciting adventure doing it. A good story. I liked it a lot.
Mister Ron Schwab spins a good tale.
June 30, 2024
ALL THREE BLOOD HOUND BOOKS HAVE BEEN GREAT!!
I LIKED THIS ONE BEST . IT WAS A FAST MOVING , NEW PEOPLE AND UNKNOWN BAD GUYS. !!! MY FAVORITE WAS THE WOLF DOG AND HER STRONG. , SMART TEANAGER FRIEND !!! DID I LEAVE OUR ALL THE GOOD GUYS.
I LIKED THIS ONE BEST . IT WAS A FAST MOVING , NEW PEOPLE AND UNKNOWN BAD GUYS. !!! MY FAVORITE WAS THE WOLF DOG AND HER STRONG. , SMART TEANAGER FRIEND !!! DID I LEAVE OUR ALL THE GOOD GUYS.
September 15, 2025
I thoroughly enjoyed reading these books. Not really my genre but I will return to read more. I enjoyed being a part of history while still enjoying my mysteries. The characters were very real. I enjoyed getting to know them. Of course I know who the Pinkertons were were I got to know them better through kidnappings and train robbers and many more situations.
November 11, 2025
The Blood Hounds
This was a great series. It’s good to see a franchise of sorts come out of an established company succeed. And the collective spirit of the team and their picking up strays with every case.
This was a great series. It’s good to see a franchise of sorts come out of an established company succeed. And the collective spirit of the team and their picking up strays with every case.
December 20, 2025
Great Read - complicated story that dealt with several characters and complicated plots.
A complicated story that dealt with multiple key characters and several plots. Very well done. I will read more of his books in the future.
A complicated story that dealt with multiple key characters and several plots. Very well done. I will read more of his books in the future.
May 29, 2021
The Blood Hounds
Stories are awesome. Another series by Ron that hooks you the first few pages. I hated for the 3 book series to end. You have to read them.
Enjoy
Stories are awesome. Another series by Ron that hooks you the first few pages. I hated for the 3 book series to end. You have to read them.
Enjoy
May 30, 2021
Good book
Read all of them are going to work. Storyline continues to grow and develop w. Characters are realistic and get better and better.
Read all of them are going to work. Storyline continues to grow and develop w. Characters are realistic and get better and better.
June 4, 2021
Good read
This series is good. It has mystery, violence, suicide, romance, kidnapping, greed, and a happy ending. I recommend reading the box set to enhance understanding.
This series is good. It has mystery, violence, suicide, romance, kidnapping, greed, and a happy ending. I recommend reading the box set to enhance understanding.
Read
June 19, 2021Gripping
Gripping n fast moving. Liked the way the story unfolded but sad not more books or chapters. Wish he would bring them back
Gripping n fast moving. Liked the way the story unfolded but sad not more books or chapters. Wish he would bring them back
June 25, 2021
Ah, a new book family for me
I love the way Ron Schwab puts a book together.
The characters are very well drawn and the stories are fascinating.
I love the way Ron Schwab puts a book together.
The characters are very well drawn and the stories are fascinating.
July 18, 2021
Great story!
Very well organized and constructed to pique interest at every juncture. Superb character development: well researched. Highly recommend to all.
Very well organized and constructed to pique interest at every juncture. Superb character development: well researched. Highly recommend to all.
September 2, 2021
A set
Reading one after another by this author is a great way to spend some quality time. The stories are never dull.
Reading one after another by this author is a great way to spend some quality time. The stories are never dull.
November 14, 2021
Trouble
You need a whole series on this boy I look forward to his next business ventures.Trouble was an asset the the blood hounds series.Keep it going.
You need a whole series on this boy I look forward to his next business ventures.Trouble was an asset the the blood hounds series.Keep it going.
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