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Faraday: The Complete Epic Western Adventure Series
The race is on to span the continent with steel rails, and someone is willing to do anything to stop it—even if it means spilling rivers of innocent blood!
In book one, The Iron Horse , Matthew Faraday is president of the Faraday Security Service, a detective agency specializing in work for the ever-expanding railroad empires. Hired to find out who is stirring up the Sioux and sabotaging the Kansas Pacific line as it builds westward, Faraday sends tough young agent Daniel Britten to the railhead, where he finds himself embroiled with surveyors, track layers, buffalo hunters, and a pair of beautiful young women. But there’s a killer stalking the railhead as well, and not only the fate of the railroad but also Britten’s very life depends on him uncovering the truth.
In book two, The Gold Train , the train-top murder of one of his female operatives has thrust Matthew Faraday, the wily chief of Faraday Security Service, into the dark and twisting tunnel of another railroad mystery, and a coded message in the dead woman's pocket is the only clue.
In book three, Train of Glory , in one treasonous moment President Abraham Lincoln is dead, and - though his assassin, John Wilkes Booth, is quickly caught - the treachery is far from over. A plot is being hatched to kidnap Lincoln’s body from the funeral train that will carry the fallen leader through the countryside of mourners, from Washington to its final resting place in Springfield, Illinois. But the great railroad detective Matthew Faraday has gotten wind of the plot - although its perpetrators are still a mystery.
With the blessings of Secretary of War Edwin Stanton and the aid of his newest and boldest agent, Cole Yeager, Faraday is sworn to protect the great man’s body from desecration—while ambushes, runaway locomotives, and death-dealing renegades wait up ahead.
In book four, The Trackwalker , Jared Macalester is, to all appearances, a trackwalker for the Union Pacific. His first notable action in this entertaining Western pot-boiler is to throw a boorish cowboy off a train, while the train is in motion. Before Macalaster can show his face in the tale, bandits rob a UP train of its money shipment, and kill an agent. Macalester has, in fact, been assigned by the Faraday Security Agency to solve the robbery case, and uses the trackwalker position as a cover. His assignment evolves to cleaning up the railroad town of Ironsprings, and is complicated by the corrupt local lawmen and various roughnecks.
In book five, The Buffalo Train , it started out as a silly idea to bring buyers back to Abilene. Wrangle some buffalo, put them on a train, and ship them to Chicago so folks back east could see the massive, shaggy beasts with their own eyes. The concept seemed sound. What could go wrong?
But for John Creed, agent for the famed Faraday Security Service, it is anything but simple. First, Hank Miles is willing to do whatever was required to prevent the plan from succeeding, hiding in the shadows as a silent partner. Creed’s biggest threat, however, comes from the man in black—an assassin who takes pleasure in his work and won’t stop coming until the job is complete.
Before the Buffalo Train reaches the end of the line, guns roar, men die, and Chicago gets a taste of what the “Wild West” is really like.
Saddle up for this heart-pounding railroad adventure filled with danger, intrigue, and high-stakes action by starting your thrilling journey today!
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In book one, The Iron Horse , Matthew Faraday is president of the Faraday Security Service, a detective agency specializing in work for the ever-expanding railroad empires. Hired to find out who is stirring up the Sioux and sabotaging the Kansas Pacific line as it builds westward, Faraday sends tough young agent Daniel Britten to the railhead, where he finds himself embroiled with surveyors, track layers, buffalo hunters, and a pair of beautiful young women. But there’s a killer stalking the railhead as well, and not only the fate of the railroad but also Britten’s very life depends on him uncovering the truth.
In book two, The Gold Train , the train-top murder of one of his female operatives has thrust Matthew Faraday, the wily chief of Faraday Security Service, into the dark and twisting tunnel of another railroad mystery, and a coded message in the dead woman's pocket is the only clue.
In book three, Train of Glory , in one treasonous moment President Abraham Lincoln is dead, and - though his assassin, John Wilkes Booth, is quickly caught - the treachery is far from over. A plot is being hatched to kidnap Lincoln’s body from the funeral train that will carry the fallen leader through the countryside of mourners, from Washington to its final resting place in Springfield, Illinois. But the great railroad detective Matthew Faraday has gotten wind of the plot - although its perpetrators are still a mystery.
With the blessings of Secretary of War Edwin Stanton and the aid of his newest and boldest agent, Cole Yeager, Faraday is sworn to protect the great man’s body from desecration—while ambushes, runaway locomotives, and death-dealing renegades wait up ahead.
In book four, The Trackwalker , Jared Macalester is, to all appearances, a trackwalker for the Union Pacific. His first notable action in this entertaining Western pot-boiler is to throw a boorish cowboy off a train, while the train is in motion. Before Macalaster can show his face in the tale, bandits rob a UP train of its money shipment, and kill an agent. Macalester has, in fact, been assigned by the Faraday Security Agency to solve the robbery case, and uses the trackwalker position as a cover. His assignment evolves to cleaning up the railroad town of Ironsprings, and is complicated by the corrupt local lawmen and various roughnecks.
In book five, The Buffalo Train , it started out as a silly idea to bring buyers back to Abilene. Wrangle some buffalo, put them on a train, and ship them to Chicago so folks back east could see the massive, shaggy beasts with their own eyes. The concept seemed sound. What could go wrong?
But for John Creed, agent for the famed Faraday Security Service, it is anything but simple. First, Hank Miles is willing to do whatever was required to prevent the plan from succeeding, hiding in the shadows as a silent partner. Creed’s biggest threat, however, comes from the man in black—an assassin who takes pleasure in his work and won’t stop coming until the job is complete.
Before the Buffalo Train reaches the end of the line, guns roar, men die, and Chicago gets a taste of what the “Wild West” is really like.
Saddle up for this heart-pounding railroad adventure filled with danger, intrigue, and high-stakes action by starting your thrilling journey today!
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1130 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 10, 2023
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About the author
Robert Vaughan
444 books133 followers Robert Vaughan is an American writer. He has also written a series of contemporary and historical romance novels under several pseudonyms including "Paula Moore" and "Paula Fairman". His father served in the military and Robert followed him in the 1950s, entering army aviation. He served until the Vietnam War and won numerous medals including the Distinguished Flying Cross, the Purple Heart, the Bronze Star, the Air Medal with several oak-leaf clusters, the Meritorious Service Medal, and several other medals.
His early books reflected his military background: the first novel was about the US Army along the DMZ in Korea, followed by a trilogy set in Vietnam. There are more than 9 million of his books in print under various names. He was inducted into the Writers’ Hall of Fame in 1998.
His early books reflected his military background: the first novel was about the US Army along the DMZ in Korea, followed by a trilogy set in Vietnam. There are more than 9 million of his books in print under various names. He was inducted into the Writers’ Hall of Fame in 1998.
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June 2, 2023
The first two novels in the series were quite good. The Glory Train was good but it became evident that jejune endings was a feature I did not enjoy reading. That was epitomized by The Buffalo Train. This novel just would not go away. One incredibla stupid thing after another just kept happening. Banks seemed to be dressed in body armor that made him virtually invisible. With everyone else getting shot and no one would shoot Banks. I thought the Faraday Security Agency was a sharp organization...until The Buffalo Train. Whew!!!
June 7, 2025
Faraday: The Complete Epic Western Adventure Series by Robert Vaughan is a thrilling ride through the untamed frontier, blending historical intrigue with pulse-pounding action. The series follows Matthew Faraday, a railroad detective navigating the dangers of expanding America’s railways. From sabotage and murder to political conspiracies, each book delivers gripping storytelling with rich characters and high-stakes drama. Vaughan masterfully captures the grit and ambition of the Old West, making every twist feel authentic and immersive.
The pacing is relentless, keeping readers hooked as Faraday and his agents tackle treacherous plots, bandits, and even a scheme to steal Abraham Lincoln’s body. The blend of mystery, adventure, and historical depth makes this series a standout in the Western genre. Whether you’re a longtime fan of frontier tales or new to Westerns, Faraday offers a compelling mix of suspense and rugged heroism that’s hard to put down.
The pacing is relentless, keeping readers hooked as Faraday and his agents tackle treacherous plots, bandits, and even a scheme to steal Abraham Lincoln’s body. The blend of mystery, adventure, and historical depth makes this series a standout in the Western genre. Whether you’re a longtime fan of frontier tales or new to Westerns, Faraday offers a compelling mix of suspense and rugged heroism that’s hard to put down.
April 4, 2024
Great story-line
I like how James and Robert create the characters and then build on them through each book. Attention to detail of the time and history is phenomenal.
Hire somebody to proofread your work and remove all the mistakes. Some people will be so disgruntled that they’ll stop reading your work, which is a shame.
I like how James and Robert create the characters and then build on them through each book. Attention to detail of the time and history is phenomenal.
Hire somebody to proofread your work and remove all the mistakes. Some people will be so disgruntled that they’ll stop reading your work, which is a shame.
February 9, 2023
A series I'm glad to have read
Fast moving actions and as straight-forward as a shot from a powerful rifle. You will surely find this interesting and helpful in understanding parts of our western heritage seldom seen.
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Fast and furious!
Fast moving actions and as straight-forward as a shot from a powerful rifle. You will surely find this interesting and helpful in understanding parts of our western heritage seldom seen.
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Fast and furious!
February 13, 2023
Could never catch my breath ...wow!
Nonstop action. Great story lines. History entwined with unbelievable action made each volume come to life. Don't miss out. You owe it to yourself to wrap yourself into these adventures.
Nonstop action. Great story lines. History entwined with unbelievable action made each volume come to life. Don't miss out. You owe it to yourself to wrap yourself into these adventures.
August 16, 2024
Great set of books
This was a great set of books of the old west. The history was there along with the battle between good and evil. Good men and women stood up to fight against evil men at all levels of society. The one about Abraham Lincoln was top notch.
This was a great set of books of the old west. The history was there along with the battle between good and evil. Good men and women stood up to fight against evil men at all levels of society. The one about Abraham Lincoln was top notch.
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June 25, 2023It's good book
A Little dragged out in places. I'm a reader not a critic. No no no no more words. No no no no more words.
A Little dragged out in places. I'm a reader not a critic. No no no no more words. No no no no more words.
October 4, 2023
Good series
This book was well written the plots had some surprises. The characters came across fine however some seemed to be just a shade above outlaws themselves.
This book was well written the plots had some surprises. The characters came across fine however some seemed to be just a shade above outlaws themselves.
January 18, 2024
Good book
Good read, enjoyed all of these stories. Always enjoy this author and the stories. Look forward to more by him.
Good read, enjoyed all of these stories. Always enjoy this author and the stories. Look forward to more by him.
February 3, 2024
Faraday
I love western books and this one comes high on my list can we have more Faraday adventure's please thanks
I love western books and this one comes high on my list can we have more Faraday adventure's please thanks
September 14, 2024
Good read
Really enjoyed the stories and kept wanting more could not wait to find out what the next adventure was superb
Really enjoyed the stories and kept wanting more could not wait to find out what the next adventure was superb
January 6, 2025
good series
Great series. Lots of action, intrigue, and adventure! Each book has different main characters as associates of Faradays. Great characters
Great series. Lots of action, intrigue, and adventure! Each book has different main characters as associates of Faradays. Great characters
August 14, 2025
Good but not exceptional.
November 18, 2025
Great stories and a comfortable reading style.This series is a good value for readers who have the need to read.
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