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Loose Ends
From the bestselling author of the Gideon Johann Western Series and the Wild Horse Westerns Series comes the captivating new Western novel, Loose Ends!
Little does the reclusive Jake Mason know that his life is about to take a dramatic turn when he catches the tomato stealing Nicolette Amar sleeping in his shed. After years of living alone with only his dog, Cronus, Jake finds himself unable to turn his back on the runaway orphan once he learns of the girl’s plight, even if getting involved in another’s affairs clashes with every fiber of his being. The quest to find Nicolette a new home will cause Jake to revisit his past life as an outlaw and to face his daughter, Stacey, which he abandoned years ago. Will the hard-luck Nicolette find the home she so desperately wants? Can Jake make peace with his past and his daughter, and in the turn, provide Stacey the opportunity to forgive her father and be healed of her own demons? Loose Ends is a frolicking western that delves into how life choices can have consequences for decades on not only the person making those decisions, but those that they love.
Duane Boehm has written another western novel with enough humor, heartbreak, love, and outlaws to keep you turning the page.
Little does the reclusive Jake Mason know that his life is about to take a dramatic turn when he catches the tomato stealing Nicolette Amar sleeping in his shed. After years of living alone with only his dog, Cronus, Jake finds himself unable to turn his back on the runaway orphan once he learns of the girl’s plight, even if getting involved in another’s affairs clashes with every fiber of his being. The quest to find Nicolette a new home will cause Jake to revisit his past life as an outlaw and to face his daughter, Stacey, which he abandoned years ago. Will the hard-luck Nicolette find the home she so desperately wants? Can Jake make peace with his past and his daughter, and in the turn, provide Stacey the opportunity to forgive her father and be healed of her own demons? Loose Ends is a frolicking western that delves into how life choices can have consequences for decades on not only the person making those decisions, but those that they love.
Duane Boehm has written another western novel with enough humor, heartbreak, love, and outlaws to keep you turning the page.
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226 pages, Kindle Edition
Published May 23, 2021
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About the author
Duane Boehm
48 books62 followersDuane Boehm grew up on a farm outside of Petersburg, Illinois. All the time spent driving a tractor gave him plenty of opportunity to let his imagination run wild and not tear up too much equipment. The two passions he developed early in life were the love of playing guitar and reading books.
He eventually moved to a mini-farm outside of Murfreesboro, Tennessee with his wife and replaced planting corn with trees and raising dogs. For a number of years he worked as an IT consultant and continued with being a part-time musician and songwriter. He dabbled in writing short stories with the idea in the back of his mind that someday he would write a novel. One Christmas after watching "A Christmas Carol", he was inspired to begin his journey as a novelist.
He eventually moved to a mini-farm outside of Murfreesboro, Tennessee with his wife and replaced planting corn with trees and raising dogs. For a number of years he worked as an IT consultant and continued with being a part-time musician and songwriter. He dabbled in writing short stories with the idea in the back of his mind that someday he would write a novel. One Christmas after watching "A Christmas Carol", he was inspired to begin his journey as a novelist.
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February 24, 2022
This is a story of rescue, transformation and healing ❤️🩹 The rescue involves a young orphan, the transformation an outlaw who wants to mend his ways, the healing the outlaw’s estranged daughter. A strong and important story. 4 stars.
June 6, 2021
I so enjoyed this story and I must say that I really love his story telling; please continue to make us happy! Of course I always want a happy ending so was very sad when the main character was killed - I do not want the main character to die!!!
May 31, 2021
Very good read
A very good story about life, love, mistakes and forgiveness. Duane Boehm is a grand master at great story telling.
A very good story about life, love, mistakes and forgiveness. Duane Boehm is a grand master at great story telling.
June 22, 2021
My previous reading was another story by Mr. Boehm, and I stated it was his best ever, but this fantastic realise definitely remember one! Outstanding performance from cover to cover!
Oh yeh! Definitely five stars worthy, and more if I was permissible! This tear jerker will definitely keep you turning pages so fast your fingers will tire out! I was impressed with the old outlaw Jake's immediate reaction to the young girl's (Nivolette) demise! Really an exceptionally well written series of unending excitement throughout this compelling western masterpiece of ongoing excitement! No slow downs whatsoever as one exciting episode after the other unfolds to maintain your undivided attention from cover to cover!
Mr. Boehm's perfectly selected storylines successfully depicts one realistic episode after the other! Too, his outstanding selection of characters were unsurpassed in their ongoing commanding efforts to appease anyone's desired expectations of unending excitement! This outstanding descriptive renditions of ongoing entertainment will definitely appease anyone's expectations of how our old American West was finally conquered!
Certainly recommend this compassionately motivated story to all readers. Even you dyed in the wool non-western fanatics will find yourselves completely mesmerized from beginning to end! I assure you will enjoy riding along with Jake and Nicolette, and all the other characters as they go above and beyond in their quest to appease anyone's desired expectations! If you love justice being served, then you will find yourselves completely mesmerized by this compelling western rendition of believable excursions from beginning to end! Happy trails!!!😃
Oh yeh! Definitely five stars worthy, and more if I was permissible! This tear jerker will definitely keep you turning pages so fast your fingers will tire out! I was impressed with the old outlaw Jake's immediate reaction to the young girl's (Nivolette) demise! Really an exceptionally well written series of unending excitement throughout this compelling western masterpiece of ongoing excitement! No slow downs whatsoever as one exciting episode after the other unfolds to maintain your undivided attention from cover to cover!
Mr. Boehm's perfectly selected storylines successfully depicts one realistic episode after the other! Too, his outstanding selection of characters were unsurpassed in their ongoing commanding efforts to appease anyone's desired expectations of unending excitement! This outstanding descriptive renditions of ongoing entertainment will definitely appease anyone's expectations of how our old American West was finally conquered!
Certainly recommend this compassionately motivated story to all readers. Even you dyed in the wool non-western fanatics will find yourselves completely mesmerized from beginning to end! I assure you will enjoy riding along with Jake and Nicolette, and all the other characters as they go above and beyond in their quest to appease anyone's desired expectations! If you love justice being served, then you will find yourselves completely mesmerized by this compelling western rendition of believable excursions from beginning to end! Happy trails!!!😃
August 10, 2021
Nobody writes a better Western!
I have been a Duane Boehm fan for some time. I have enjoyed his colorful storytelling filled with love, action, and every sort of human condition. Duane does not require pages and pages to set up a scene. He quickly causes you to become entwined with his characters. We the readers find ourselves laughing, hoping, and getting watery eyes as we feel and identity with each of his creative personalities. This is a story of a man's redemptive journey back to the scene of the greatest mistake of his life. It is a story but it feels like reality on so many levels. Duane does not gloss over be abrasive parts of our human nature. If you're looking for a Hallmark kind of story then you should keep looking. Duane's stories are raw and real. His Western settings are a bonus. I encourage you to mount your own imaginary horse and take a ride through this wonderful yarn that just might press all sorts of personal buttons and.. enjoy the ride.
I have been a Duane Boehm fan for some time. I have enjoyed his colorful storytelling filled with love, action, and every sort of human condition. Duane does not require pages and pages to set up a scene. He quickly causes you to become entwined with his characters. We the readers find ourselves laughing, hoping, and getting watery eyes as we feel and identity with each of his creative personalities. This is a story of a man's redemptive journey back to the scene of the greatest mistake of his life. It is a story but it feels like reality on so many levels. Duane does not gloss over be abrasive parts of our human nature. If you're looking for a Hallmark kind of story then you should keep looking. Duane's stories are raw and real. His Western settings are a bonus. I encourage you to mount your own imaginary horse and take a ride through this wonderful yarn that just might press all sorts of personal buttons and.. enjoy the ride.
June 29, 2021
Love after the storms of life bring rain
Forgiveness among the thorns and heart scars from mistakes earlier In learning how to live your life in spite of them. Jake has a change of heart in his older years and found out family is everything and they do not have to be by blood relationship. You have to forgive yourself and accept yourself before you can ask it of others. It takes courage and admitting your mistakes is part of being free to grow in your life in the present to the future. Happiness comes with that self acceptance and knowing you tried to do the right thing even if late in your life realizing what that might mean. It is never to late to try to make amends and to find love again.
Forgiveness among the thorns and heart scars from mistakes earlier In learning how to live your life in spite of them. Jake has a change of heart in his older years and found out family is everything and they do not have to be by blood relationship. You have to forgive yourself and accept yourself before you can ask it of others. It takes courage and admitting your mistakes is part of being free to grow in your life in the present to the future. Happiness comes with that self acceptance and knowing you tried to do the right thing even if late in your life realizing what that might mean. It is never to late to try to make amends and to find love again.
June 13, 2021
This has to be the cutest book I have read in a long time. Ex outlaw Jake Mason takes in an abused orphan girl and that motivates him not only find a permanent home for the orphan, Nicolette, but to try to reconcile with his daughter whom he had abandoned years earlier. He and Nicolette make the journey to his daughters and what happens changes all their lives. This story has humor, sadness and a hint of romance near the end. It manages to have a somewhat feel good ending despite the circumstances. You definitely will not go wrong in buying and reading this book.
June 11, 2021
Great book
The beginning of this book was with Jake fussing to his dog about eating all his breakfast and not giving the last biscuit to the dog.The dog was sulking because of it. When he found his first ripe tomatoes had disappeared from his garden he discovered a young girl in his tool shed. I had trouble putting this book down and enjoyed it immensely. Duane Boehm is a author I watch for as his new books come out.
The beginning of this book was with Jake fussing to his dog about eating all his breakfast and not giving the last biscuit to the dog.The dog was sulking because of it. When he found his first ripe tomatoes had disappeared from his garden he discovered a young girl in his tool shed. I had trouble putting this book down and enjoyed it immensely. Duane Boehm is a author I watch for as his new books come out.
June 20, 2021
From Hermit to Hero
Diane Boehm is easily one of my favorite authors. His masterful telling of this story of an old codger of a man rescuing a vulnerable young girl who in turn rescues him from himself is an uplifting tale full of interesting and contrasting characters that are entertaining and well worth one's time. I prefer stand alone novels and look forward to Duane's next effort.
Diane Boehm is easily one of my favorite authors. His masterful telling of this story of an old codger of a man rescuing a vulnerable young girl who in turn rescues him from himself is an uplifting tale full of interesting and contrasting characters that are entertaining and well worth one's time. I prefer stand alone novels and look forward to Duane's next effort.
August 23, 2021
Forgiving and reconciling
It seems that the farther we sometimes try to run away from ourselves and our problems we never get anywhere. Jake Mason (Lange) has his hermit life turned upside down when an abused runaway shows up at his cabin. Her openness challenges Jake to try and right the biggest wrong he has ever committed. Tragic surprise leads to some positive life changes and lessons to be contemplated by the reader. Good book!
It seems that the farther we sometimes try to run away from ourselves and our problems we never get anywhere. Jake Mason (Lange) has his hermit life turned upside down when an abused runaway shows up at his cabin. Her openness challenges Jake to try and right the biggest wrong he has ever committed. Tragic surprise leads to some positive life changes and lessons to be contemplated by the reader. Good book!
June 7, 2021
A must read
This is n o t your typical western novel.When I first started reading, I thought is was going to be a ok book, but after few chapters I could not put it down. II can promise you it will not be like any other their western book you have read. Mr Boehm has written one of the best I have read in a while.
This is n o t your typical western novel.When I first started reading, I thought is was going to be a ok book, but after few chapters I could not put it down. II can promise you it will not be like any other their western book you have read. Mr Boehm has written one of the best I have read in a while.
June 8, 2021
A story of redemption, love, and forgiveness
So far, I haven't read a story by this author I didn't like! And this one didn't disappoint. This is a story about a old outlaw full of regrets over his past life only to have a runaway girl needing help to set him off on an adventure to find redemption and forgiveness.
So far, I haven't read a story by this author I didn't like! And this one didn't disappoint. This is a story about a old outlaw full of regrets over his past life only to have a runaway girl needing help to set him off on an adventure to find redemption and forgiveness.
June 19, 2021
Outstanding as always! Spoiler alert....
Outstanding story that delivers on the synopsis.....a bit sad to have Jake die and don't necessarily agree it was needed to complete the storyline of forgiveness. Style of writing superb as usual. Would love to see western books by Duane more often!
Outstanding story that delivers on the synopsis.....a bit sad to have Jake die and don't necessarily agree it was needed to complete the storyline of forgiveness. Style of writing superb as usual. Would love to see western books by Duane more often!
October 30, 2021
Loved the book
With the exception of the over use of the modern phrase, "back in the day", I found the story very good. Some use of, " at the end of the day ", another modern day phrase, was distracting for me. I grew up with OLD cowboys and they didn't talk in today's vernacular.
Still liked the story!!
With the exception of the over use of the modern phrase, "back in the day", I found the story very good. Some use of, " at the end of the day ", another modern day phrase, was distracting for me. I grew up with OLD cowboys and they didn't talk in today's vernacular.
Still liked the story!!
January 9, 2022
Excellent Western Character Study
Mr Boehm is excellent at developing interesting characters, and weaving them into a compelling storyline. His stories can be both heartwarming and heart wrenching, sometimes simultaneously, but are always entertaining top quality reads. He is at his best with "Loose Ends."
Mr Boehm is excellent at developing interesting characters, and weaving them into a compelling storyline. His stories can be both heartwarming and heart wrenching, sometimes simultaneously, but are always entertaining top quality reads. He is at his best with "Loose Ends."
June 6, 2021
Should become a classic.
A very engaging story .
Undecided about the stry's end. C.J. Petit once said sometimes the character o story just writes itself. But once I started it I could not put it down.
A very engaging story .
Undecided about the stry's end. C.J. Petit once said sometimes the character o story just writes itself. But once I started it I could not put it down.
June 7, 2021
Another home run!
I thoroughly enjoyed this author’s Gideon series and this book was no exception. Duane Boehm is a master storyteller who brings his old west characters to life and really knows how to pull at your heartstrings.
I thoroughly enjoyed this author’s Gideon series and this book was no exception. Duane Boehm is a master storyteller who brings his old west characters to life and really knows how to pull at your heartstrings.
June 9, 2021
Another great book by Boehm
I enjoyed this story from the start. The authors ability to portray the characters make you feel that they are real. I always look forward to any new book he has published.
I enjoyed this story from the start. The authors ability to portray the characters make you feel that they are real. I always look forward to any new book he has published.
June 21, 2021
Great tale where a hermit review an orphan!
Boehm's characters are realistic and his story heart warming. The old outlaw saves the girl, battles the bad guys and reunites with a lost daughter.
Boehm's characters are realistic and his story heart warming. The old outlaw saves the girl, battles the bad guys and reunites with a lost daughter.
June 22, 2021
Good old fashion western..
What a beautiful story of a man who ran from past mistakes, turning into bitter old man.
A man who was a good guy at heart..once opened made him return home and find redemption
What a beautiful story of a man who ran from past mistakes, turning into bitter old man.
A man who was a good guy at heart..once opened made him return home and find redemption
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July 29, 2021Torn Carpet
I gave it a 5 star rating, because this book, had so many things
going on with it. The characters and their actions, for the most part, were serious, n funny, in a lot of ways. I will recommend this book to friends and family..
I gave it a 5 star rating, because this book, had so many things
going on with it. The characters and their actions, for the most part, were serious, n funny, in a lot of ways. I will recommend this book to friends and family..
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August 24, 2021Oh my word, what a good story.
I got angry, praised a good beating, worried over a gunshot wound, laughed, cried, hooted, and thoroughly enjoyed the book. Highly recommended for all readers. Prepare yourself for an emotional ride on this one.
I got angry, praised a good beating, worried over a gunshot wound, laughed, cried, hooted, and thoroughly enjoyed the book. Highly recommended for all readers. Prepare yourself for an emotional ride on this one.
August 25, 2021
A really, really good western novel
Heartwarming characters, lots of feeling and challenging relationships, and a little adventure. Just the right blend. People learn from each other, grow, and change for the better.
Heartwarming characters, lots of feeling and challenging relationships, and a little adventure. Just the right blend. People learn from each other, grow, and change for the better.
September 6, 2021
Loved it
Enjoyed loose ends very much the characters were very real but I would like to know that Mr Brown got his cumup ance in spades. However rthat could be a future short story.
Enjoyed loose ends very much the characters were very real but I would like to know that Mr Brown got his cumup ance in spades. However rthat could be a future short story.
January 22, 2022
WOW WHAT A GREAT BOOK.
Beautifully written. The characters seemed real and they were developed with feeling. The introspection was concise and not overly wordy. Make sure you have a box of tissues nearby for the ending.
Beautifully written. The characters seemed real and they were developed with feeling. The introspection was concise and not overly wordy. Make sure you have a box of tissues nearby for the ending.
May 22, 2022
A man reunites with daughter
Another great story from author Duane Boehm. The story keeps you turning the page with many unexpected twists. The flow and pace are exceptional. I truly enjoyed reading it.
Another great story from author Duane Boehm. The story keeps you turning the page with many unexpected twists. The flow and pace are exceptional. I truly enjoyed reading it.
September 10, 2022
It's very sad, but very funny...
Such a riveting tale. Gritty, but gorgeous. The characters are slap your face and in your face. Unpredictable and occasionally using more than one of their nine lives. Just had to keep reading. Left me wanting more.
Such a riveting tale. Gritty, but gorgeous. The characters are slap your face and in your face. Unpredictable and occasionally using more than one of their nine lives. Just had to keep reading. Left me wanting more.
October 25, 2023
A wonderful time I
I truly enjoyed the attention to details and the emotional aspects of the story! I couldn't even imagine putting it down! It would bring tears to my eyes!. Thanks so much for the emotional journey and the enjoyment of the read!
I truly enjoyed the attention to details and the emotional aspects of the story! I couldn't even imagine putting it down! It would bring tears to my eyes!. Thanks so much for the emotional journey and the enjoyment of the read!
June 8, 2021
Rcsva13
Picked this book by mistake. I read it and it was a very good read. I have read most of Duane Boehm books.
Picked this book by mistake. I read it and it was a very good read. I have read most of Duane Boehm books.
June 14, 2021
Always a good story
A very enjoyable read. I have read most of Duane Boehm's books and look forward to others in the future.
A very enjoyable read. I have read most of Duane Boehm's books and look forward to others in the future.
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