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Justice Rides
Shot dead at the battle of Brown's Mill in 1864, Elijah Jones, a sergeant in the 8th Regiment of Indiana Cavalry, learns that he has been recruited by an immortal being named Adrestia Rhamnousia to help dispense justice in a dark world.
As part of his preparation and training, Eli spends five years with the Texas Rangers, riding with Captain Bill McDonald, one of the greatest Ranger Captains of all time. He deals with the worst humanity has to offer -- robbers, carpetbaggers, crooked lawmen, and the owner of a notorious New York speakeasy.
Follow Eli Jones as he makes the transition to the avenger known as Justice O. Peace.
"Justice Rides" is not just a story of illicit sex, cheating, and retribution. It is a story of hope, family, romance, and eternal love that spans over 75 years of US history. Saddle up, and enjoy the ride.
As part of his preparation and training, Eli spends five years with the Texas Rangers, riding with Captain Bill McDonald, one of the greatest Ranger Captains of all time. He deals with the worst humanity has to offer -- robbers, carpetbaggers, crooked lawmen, and the owner of a notorious New York speakeasy.
Follow Eli Jones as he makes the transition to the avenger known as Justice O. Peace.
"Justice Rides" is not just a story of illicit sex, cheating, and retribution. It is a story of hope, family, romance, and eternal love that spans over 75 years of US history. Saddle up, and enjoy the ride.
177 pages, Kindle Edition
Published May 18, 2022
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December 16, 2023
The story centers around a one, Sergeant, Elijah Jones of the 8th Indiana, who is killed at the battle of Brown’s Mill. He feels his life ebb away as a bullet has smashed ripped his chest apart. He thinks of his wife and boys as the shroud of death takes him into oblivion.
He is surprised to awaked and greeted by Adrestia Rhammouisa, an angel per say of retribution. She offers Elijah a most interesting job; go back to Earth and right some injustices. An interesting incentive is provided, if he agrees to go back, he will on occasion be allowed to see his darling wife, Lizzy. He readily accepts the challenge.
He finds himself hooked up with one of the most famous Texas Rangers to ever wear the star, Captain Bill McDonald. With this introduction that story takes off as he and the Captain McDonald are tasked with cleaning up the town of Lone Pine; a den of inequity. This is where the paranormal part of the story takes off as Elijah has to prove his son, Obadiah had nothing to do with the murder he has been charged with. For me, this was the best part of the story and kept my interest. At the end of it, Justice was served!
There are also some gratuitous paranormal intimate scenes between Elijah and Lizzy. It was a nice touch. I also enjoyed the special lariat Justice carries. Rather than go through our laborious legal system, he lasso’s the accused and they are sent straight to the courtroom to face their charges and there are no lengthy appeals as sentences are swiftly handed out and carried out. Too bad our system doesn’t work like that!
There are some interesting twists and turns in this short read, but the last assignment fell flat. That was disappointing.
I did come across six unique issues, such as formatting, but it didn’t detract from the story.
Overall, not a bad read.
If you are into Western/paranormal novels, this is right up your alley.
Three-and-a-half stars rounded up to four.
He is surprised to awaked and greeted by Adrestia Rhammouisa, an angel per say of retribution. She offers Elijah a most interesting job; go back to Earth and right some injustices. An interesting incentive is provided, if he agrees to go back, he will on occasion be allowed to see his darling wife, Lizzy. He readily accepts the challenge.
He finds himself hooked up with one of the most famous Texas Rangers to ever wear the star, Captain Bill McDonald. With this introduction that story takes off as he and the Captain McDonald are tasked with cleaning up the town of Lone Pine; a den of inequity. This is where the paranormal part of the story takes off as Elijah has to prove his son, Obadiah had nothing to do with the murder he has been charged with. For me, this was the best part of the story and kept my interest. At the end of it, Justice was served!
There are also some gratuitous paranormal intimate scenes between Elijah and Lizzy. It was a nice touch. I also enjoyed the special lariat Justice carries. Rather than go through our laborious legal system, he lasso’s the accused and they are sent straight to the courtroom to face their charges and there are no lengthy appeals as sentences are swiftly handed out and carried out. Too bad our system doesn’t work like that!
There are some interesting twists and turns in this short read, but the last assignment fell flat. That was disappointing.
I did come across six unique issues, such as formatting, but it didn’t detract from the story.
Overall, not a bad read.
If you are into Western/paranormal novels, this is right up your alley.
Three-and-a-half stars rounded up to four.
April 6, 2025
Elijah Jones reminded me of the men I’ve loved and the men I’ve lost.
Reading this story felt like opening an old letter I’d long since tucked into a cedar chest—one worn at the edges, heavy with memory and longing. Elijah Jones is not just a soldier in a war-torn land; he is every good man we’ve sent off to battle with prayers on our lips and fear in our hearts. I know men like him. I loved one like him. Perhaps that’s why this story cut so deep.
From the first page, I was drawn in by the Southern heat, the dirt on Eli’s skin, and the ache in his chest for his beloved Lizzy. The way he remembered her—tenderly, hungrily, reverently—felt so honest. Some might say the scenes with Lizzy were too detailed, too raw, but I say it showed a love that was alive. That kind of yearning, especially in a time where death loomed at every horizon, felt tragically real.
What gripped me most, however, was Eli’s conscience. His discomfort with the destruction of civilian life, his awareness that the war was bigger than just bullets and banners—it stirred something in me. This wasn’t a man fighting for glory. He was fighting for home, for his family, for a future that he feared may never come.
And when he was shot... Lord help me, I wept. I’ve read many tales of war, but this one didn’t let me look away from the agony of a soldier’s final breath or the beauty of his last thoughts. That moment when he left his body and drifted toward the light—I felt it in my bones. It was like hearing the final note of a hymn echo across a battlefield.
Elijah Jones will stay with me. His story isn’t just about war, but about the sacred things worth dying for—and the souls who carry love all the way into the next life.
If you still believe in letters that cross more than just miles, read this.
Reading this story felt like opening an old letter I’d long since tucked into a cedar chest—one worn at the edges, heavy with memory and longing. Elijah Jones is not just a soldier in a war-torn land; he is every good man we’ve sent off to battle with prayers on our lips and fear in our hearts. I know men like him. I loved one like him. Perhaps that’s why this story cut so deep.
From the first page, I was drawn in by the Southern heat, the dirt on Eli’s skin, and the ache in his chest for his beloved Lizzy. The way he remembered her—tenderly, hungrily, reverently—felt so honest. Some might say the scenes with Lizzy were too detailed, too raw, but I say it showed a love that was alive. That kind of yearning, especially in a time where death loomed at every horizon, felt tragically real.
What gripped me most, however, was Eli’s conscience. His discomfort with the destruction of civilian life, his awareness that the war was bigger than just bullets and banners—it stirred something in me. This wasn’t a man fighting for glory. He was fighting for home, for his family, for a future that he feared may never come.
And when he was shot... Lord help me, I wept. I’ve read many tales of war, but this one didn’t let me look away from the agony of a soldier’s final breath or the beauty of his last thoughts. That moment when he left his body and drifted toward the light—I felt it in my bones. It was like hearing the final note of a hymn echo across a battlefield.
Elijah Jones will stay with me. His story isn’t just about war, but about the sacred things worth dying for—and the souls who carry love all the way into the next life.
If you still believe in letters that cross more than just miles, read this.
November 19, 2024
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After Sargent Eli was shot and killed in 1864 in battle he learns he has been recruited by an immortal being named Adrestia to help dispense justice amongst the living. To complete his training he must spend the next five years as a Texas Ranger, under Captain Bill McDonald. He will face some of the worst humanity has to offer and maybe catch a glimpse of his family from time to time.
I received a copy of this book from the author in exchange for an honest review. This is a western period piece, but since it isn't a historical romance I had high hopes for it. Afterall, who doesn't love a cowboy. The book was an avenging force that was still wrapped in sweet.
I don't mean that the man was sweet. Eli held no qualms against punishing the wicked for their crimes, once the crimes were confirmed. But, he did it justly. I will warn you there is a fair bit of Christianity in this book. He also cared deeply for his family throughout the story, even though he was dead he made sure he was able to check in on them occasionally.
We get to see how certain people tried to gain as much as an upper hand over others as possible through deceit in the Wild West and how these things were addressed. I don't want to go into too much more detail and give away the entire book. It was sweet and if it didn't have so many religious undertones I'd likely read more on it.
After Sargent Eli was shot and killed in 1864 in battle he learns he has been recruited by an immortal being named Adrestia to help dispense justice amongst the living. To complete his training he must spend the next five years as a Texas Ranger, under Captain Bill McDonald. He will face some of the worst humanity has to offer and maybe catch a glimpse of his family from time to time.
I received a copy of this book from the author in exchange for an honest review. This is a western period piece, but since it isn't a historical romance I had high hopes for it. Afterall, who doesn't love a cowboy. The book was an avenging force that was still wrapped in sweet.
I don't mean that the man was sweet. Eli held no qualms against punishing the wicked for their crimes, once the crimes were confirmed. But, he did it justly. I will warn you there is a fair bit of Christianity in this book. He also cared deeply for his family throughout the story, even though he was dead he made sure he was able to check in on them occasionally.
We get to see how certain people tried to gain as much as an upper hand over others as possible through deceit in the Wild West and how these things were addressed. I don't want to go into too much more detail and give away the entire book. It was sweet and if it didn't have so many religious undertones I'd likely read more on it.
April 19, 2023
"Justice Rides" is a thrilling novel that follows Elijah Jones, a sergeant in the 8th Regiment of Indiana Cavalry who is recruited by an immortal being named Adrestia Rhamnousia to dispense justice in a dark world. The story combines historical fiction, fantasy, and action, taking readers on an exciting journey as Eli spends five years with the Texas Rangers and deals with the worst humanity has to offer. The book also touches on themes of hope, family, romance, and eternal love that span over 75 years of US history.
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June 15, 2025The author posts prolifically on various platforms so I decided to take a look. To be fair it took very little effort to read so it’s not cost me much in the way of time or money. But between the first page and the last it failed to engage me at all. I think there was a Clint Eastwood quote in there somewhere but that’s about all I remember about it. So I can’t rate it because I don’t have an opinion on it one way or the other. All in all a rather strange experience.
I am reminded of the famous Wolfgang Pauli quote, ”Not even wrong.”
I am reminded of the famous Wolfgang Pauli quote, ”Not even wrong.”
January 20, 2024
Keeps pages turning
An exciting story about a guy named Eli Jones who goes from being a soldier to a justice hero called Justice O. Peace. He gets trained by the Texas Rangers and faces bad guys like robbers and corrupt lawmen. The story is not just about action; it's also about hope, family, and love, spanning 75 years of American history. It's a thrilling and touching adventure with real characters and cool historical stuff.
An exciting story about a guy named Eli Jones who goes from being a soldier to a justice hero called Justice O. Peace. He gets trained by the Texas Rangers and faces bad guys like robbers and corrupt lawmen. The story is not just about action; it's also about hope, family, and love, spanning 75 years of American history. It's a thrilling and touching adventure with real characters and cool historical stuff.
January 18, 2024
Justice Rides is a great story. There were a few editing issues, but nothing that interfered with enjoying the book. I appreciated the justice, and very much enjoyed the family affection, and especially the love between husband and wife.
March 20, 2026
Loved it. Good stories of cheating and revenge. Love the characters.
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