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The Trail
Trevor Bostic and Mathew Brooks work freight for a living. They make the same trip once a month from the railhead at Bristle Buck to the town of Clear Creek. The trip this November though is anything but normal. Something on the wagon has a high value, a value that will be measured in bodies. Trevor and Mathew find themselves, and their eight mule hitch, alone and days from the nearest town. Can the two old teamsters find a way to survive long enough to finish the job they started?
245 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 15, 2021
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September 22, 2025
Close to 4 stars. Reading this book is like eating meat and potatoes. Straightforward and satisfying. There is zero romance, which makes a nice change for a western.
The start was slow, but once you get to the two old guys arguing, it becomes entertaining. Easily the most entertaining character is Satan the mule, who punishes the wicked, like his namesake.
The number of characters involved was a bit confusing, and the plot was mess. The ending was abrupt, and a flop. But still worth reading.
The start was slow, but once you get to the two old guys arguing, it becomes entertaining. Easily the most entertaining character is Satan the mule, who punishes the wicked, like his namesake.
The number of characters involved was a bit confusing, and the plot was mess. The ending was abrupt, and a flop. But still worth reading.
October 29, 2022
Wonderful, Unusual Western Fiction
In "The Trail," Nathan Wright has created a wonderful, unusual, western fiction tale. He has joined my new, favorite authors. His characters are really unique and unforgettable, laced with humor. The storyline is complex and engaging with all revealed in the end. I have already acquired another Nathan Wright tale with great anticipation of another unputdownable read.
Anthony Lyons of Dodge City
In "The Trail," Nathan Wright has created a wonderful, unusual, western fiction tale. He has joined my new, favorite authors. His characters are really unique and unforgettable, laced with humor. The storyline is complex and engaging with all revealed in the end. I have already acquired another Nathan Wright tale with great anticipation of another unputdownable read.
Anthony Lyons of Dodge City
March 26, 2023
Lots of twists and turns in this book! Very clever plot, especially at the end!
My idea of a good book is one with a good plot, interesting characters and believability. No curse words plays a tremendous part also. So you really delivered. I especially enjoyed the teasing back and forth between the teamsters. Especially the line about Billy needing protecting and being scared of the dark. I like how your mind works Mr. Wright. Keep up the good work!
My idea of a good book is one with a good plot, interesting characters and believability. No curse words plays a tremendous part also. So you really delivered. I especially enjoyed the teasing back and forth between the teamsters. Especially the line about Billy needing protecting and being scared of the dark. I like how your mind works Mr. Wright. Keep up the good work!
July 11, 2022
Good Detective Story
This reads like a Western, but is a detective story, set in the West, well after the Civil War. It's a good story, even with some characters' unlikely luck, but the writing could be better, and it could use a good proofreader and editor. It wasn't a waste of money.
This reads like a Western, but is a detective story, set in the West, well after the Civil War. It's a good story, even with some characters' unlikely luck, but the writing could be better, and it could use a good proofreader and editor. It wasn't a waste of money.
July 27, 2024
I thought this was a wlll crafted novel. Wright did a good job combining two complex stories that came together in the end. The finale was well hidden and I appreciated the part Judge Wicker played in the ruse. I did find it difficult to accept the plan put several people, e.g., the teamsters, in jeopardy to complete the ruse. I hope other Wright novels will prove to be as intriguing.
November 27, 2021
Good read
This is not a typical western. It is a well written story of corruption in Chicago, and the journalist who uncovered and wrote the story of two mob bosses. The setting is a small western town, in the late 1800's. Highly recommended. Love the mule.
This is not a typical western. It is a well written story of corruption in Chicago, and the journalist who uncovered and wrote the story of two mob bosses. The setting is a small western town, in the late 1800's. Highly recommended. Love the mule.
April 18, 2022
What a Story
This story began in a whirl wind and never let up. The characters are solid. This is a very good western. I enjoyed the way the author writes. This is my first book written by Nathan Wright. On my way to get another one. try if you won't be disappointed!
This story began in a whirl wind and never let up. The characters are solid. This is a very good western. I enjoyed the way the author writes. This is my first book written by Nathan Wright. On my way to get another one. try if you won't be disappointed!
May 4, 2022
Good story
Sorry won't say anything except it's a fine story worthy of a read. All around good western detective short novel . Should have had texas rangers but would of been shorter
Sorry won't say anything except it's a fine story worthy of a read. All around good western detective short novel . Should have had texas rangers but would of been shorter
December 10, 2022
What a ride!
If this is the first Nathan Wright book you have read then you need to read them all. Every one of his stories has plenty of rowdy, get the job done characters, both good and evil, with sit on the edge of your chair suspense and action!!! You won't be sorry!!!
If this is the first Nathan Wright book you have read then you need to read them all. Every one of his stories has plenty of rowdy, get the job done characters, both good and evil, with sit on the edge of your chair suspense and action!!! You won't be sorry!!!
February 16, 2023
3 Stars
This was a pretty good read. Although I don't like books with no chapters. The two old freighters were good characters as was the sheriff, deputy and Walker. All and all three stars.
This was a pretty good read. Although I don't like books with no chapters. The two old freighters were good characters as was the sheriff, deputy and Walker. All and all three stars.
June 18, 2023
Surprise fun read!
If took me a bit to realize that I was reading my very first western. I truly enjoyed all of the twists, turns and mystery that it offered. Take a chance. I am glad I did.
If took me a bit to realize that I was reading my very first western. I truly enjoyed all of the twists, turns and mystery that it offered. Take a chance. I am glad I did.
March 27, 2025
This is a story about grit and determination, and not giving up when things are bad. I don’t mean the book, I mean ME for finishing this slop. I should’ve stopped in the beginning when I knew what I was in for. I really like westerns, I really wanted to like this, but I couldn’t overcome the grammar or spelling errors and the poor writing. Sir name instead of surname, etc. I don’t think he had an editor, but I could’ve overlooked a LOT if the story was good, and it wasn’t. I finished it late at night and thought the ending made no sense so I re-read it the next morning making sure I wasn’t just tired - nope, it wasn’t me.
October 16, 2021
Good book
Read all of the books in order to really enjoy. Storyline continues to grow and develop. Characters are realistic and get better and better.
Read all of the books in order to really enjoy. Storyline continues to grow and develop. Characters are realistic and get better and better.
October 30, 2021
Very intriguing.
This book had many twists and turns that kept me trying to figure out who was the good or the bad. Did trick me in the end.
This book had many twists and turns that kept me trying to figure out who was the good or the bad. Did trick me in the end.
November 6, 2021
A Very Good Read
The Trail is one heck of a good western cliffhanger. More twists and turns than you can shake a stick at.
The Trail is one heck of a good western cliffhanger. More twists and turns than you can shake a stick at.
November 26, 2021
Trail
Was a good read. Liked the details on weapons and description of individual characters .the surrounding description of terrain building was good.
Was a good read. Liked the details on weapons and description of individual characters .the surrounding description of terrain building was good.
November 30, 2021
A great read
One of the most enjoyable Westerns I’ve read. Love Satin the mule and all the characters good plot many twists
One of the most enjoyable Westerns I’ve read. Love Satin the mule and all the characters good plot many twists
December 4, 2021
Excellent and very interesting read. I would highly recommend to anyone who likes a good western read. Great and interesting characters (my favorite was Satan- The Super Mule)
December 15, 2021
Fantastic
A great story. Wow I was totally amazed at how my interest was held at each section of the story.
A great story. Wow I was totally amazed at how my interest was held at each section of the story.
December 19, 2021
Reached . . (my limit)
Fun read. . . .lame ending. After I finished this book,"... I reached myself a decent cup of coffee " and " burned the beans ". Ad infinitum. . . .
Fun read. . . .lame ending. After I finished this book,"... I reached myself a decent cup of coffee " and " burned the beans ". Ad infinitum. . . .
December 21, 2021
Excellent read.
I began reading Nathan Wright by chance but have now read most of his works. Great story teller and writer.
I began reading Nathan Wright by chance but have now read most of his works. Great story teller and writer.
March 10, 2022
Cold as charity, hot as hell...
First time read of this author. It's as cold as charity but the action is hot as hell. I really hope there is a follow-up. Will read more...
First time read of this author. It's as cold as charity but the action is hot as hell. I really hope there is a follow-up. Will read more...
March 20, 2022
Goood
This was a good read. I kept reading it because I wanted to know what was going to happen next.
This was a good read. I kept reading it because I wanted to know what was going to happen next.
March 28, 2022
Good guys vs. Bad guys in Montana.
A group of good guys combat a gang of crooks from Chicago in a very cold winter in Montana territory. Not all the loose ends are resolved.
A group of good guys combat a gang of crooks from Chicago in a very cold winter in Montana territory. Not all the loose ends are resolved.
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April 26, 2022Excellent read
Found to be a outstanding book . very well written and kept my attention from start to finish . would highly recommend ..
Found to be a outstanding book . very well written and kept my attention from start to finish . would highly recommend ..
May 5, 2022
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I enjoyed this book . It was quite different form most western stories. Did not no who to trust or believe. Anyway I hope to read more books by mr. Nathan wright.
I enjoyed this book . It was quite different form most western stories. Did not no who to trust or believe. Anyway I hope to read more books by mr. Nathan wright.
May 5, 2022
Good book
Enjoyed the suspense of this book. No women except waitresses and Indian wife. Liked the mule Satan and his protection of his owners.
Enjoyed the suspense of this book. No women except waitresses and Indian wife. Liked the mule Satan and his protection of his owners.
July 16, 2022
Fun to find another western author I like!
October 18, 2022
Entertaining, held my attention.
Would have liked better if chapters with logical breaks had been used.
It was a western thriller with surprise ending.
Would have liked better if chapters with logical breaks had been used.
It was a western thriller with surprise ending.
December 21, 2022
Great book. Fun to read. Good characters and humor included.
You get some action along the way and lots of surprises.
You get some action along the way and lots of surprises.
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