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Closing in on the Cowboy (Kings of Coyote Creek #1)
by Carla CassidyNew York Times Bestselling AuthorProtecting the woman he couldn&’t forget…Means risking his defenseless heart.Rancher Johnny King thought he&’d moved on since Chelsea Black left town to follow her big-city dreams. With his emotions still raw following his father&’s murder, Chelsea&’s return revives passions he&’d thought buried. But a dangerous stalker from her old life doesn&’t want her to set down roots—with anyone. As their spark reignites, can Johnny and Chelsea face the threat to their lives…and their hearts?From Harlequin Intrigue: Seek thrills. Solve crimes. Justice served.Discover more action-packed stories in the Kings of Coyote Creek series. All books are stand-alone with uplifting endings but were published in the following order: Book 1: Closing in on the CowboyBook 2: Revenge on the RanchBook 3: Gunsmoke in the Grassland
Cold Case Cowboy (Cold Case Detectives #9)
by Jennifer MoreyA killer wants her deadCan one cowboy keep her alive? His heart still aching from a disastrous marriage, Wes McCann knows he shouldn't be attracted to private detective Indiana Deboe. But he can't deny their deep connection. So when Indie's cold case investigation puts her in danger, Wes risks everything to protect her. As they hide out on his ranch and track a murderer, can Wes and Indie resist blooming passion as danger arrives on their doorstep?From Harlequin Romantic Suspense: Danger. Passion. Drama.Feel the excitement in these uplifting romances, part of the Cold Case Detectives series:Book 1: A Wanted ManBook 2: Justice HunterBook 3: Cold Case RecruitBook 4: Taming Deputy HarlowBook 5: Runaway HeiressBook 6: Hometown DetectiveBook 7: Cold Case ManhuntBook 8: Her P.I. ProtectorBook 9: Cold Case Cowboy
Colorado Country
by Diana PalmerBeloved New York Times bestselling romance author Diana Palmer collects two of her celebrated Colorado novellas in one volume—a gift for readers who love heartwarming contemporary romance and gorgeous rugged cowboys, and fans of Carolyn Brown, Linda Lael Miller, and Delores Fossen.Dear Reader, Some places just feel like home, no matter where you were born. Colorado is one of those places for me, which is why I&’ve set so many stories in Benton, Colorado. It&’s beautiful at any time of year but especially in winter, when snow blankets the rugged landscape. Now you can visit Benton with me in these two novellas, &“The Snow Man&” and &“Mistletoe Cowboy,&” collected in one volume for the first time. Both evoke the majesty of Colorado—and the strength and passion of the men and women who live there. Meadow Dawson is struggling to manage the enormous ranch she just inherited. Too bad she&’s not on speaking terms with the one man who can help her out. Cattleman Dal Blake wishes Meadow&’s dog would quit digging under his fence—and that his pretty neighbor wasn&’t just as good at getting under his skin. . . . Widowed schoolteacher Katy is starting over with her young daughter, and she knows the perfect place—her grandmother&’s Colorado ranch. A runaway Palomino brings reclusive horse wrangler Parker to her door. Parker knows all there is to know about horses, but with Katy, he&’s learning about the gift of family. I hope you find as much pleasure in reading these heartfelt and sexy tales as I did in writing them. Diana Palmer
Colorado Justice
by Cindi MyersCan he protect her…and keep her heart?Saved by the Sheriff Sheriff Travis Walker doesn&’t blame Lacy Milligan for hating him—he jailed her for murder. But now he&’s exonerated her, and the handsome lawman needs her to find the real killer. Will she overcome her hatred to help? As she relents, violence explodes—someone wants her dead. With time running out, their investigation deepens…and ignites sparks of attraction neither ever expected.Deputy Defender Deputy Dwight Prentice has secretly loved Brenda Stenson since they were teenagers. Now the auctioning off of a rare book has thrust the widowed museum curator into harm&’s way. Keeping his Colorado town safe is the lawman&’s most heartfelt mission. But protecting Brenda from a deadly threat will test all of Dwight&’s limits. Previously published as Saved by the Sheriff and Deputy Defender
Coming Home
by Linda Lael MillerFrom the #1 bestseller of Western romance comes a beautiful short story full of vibrant characters who are guaranteed to touch your heart… When Cassidy McCullough gets off the bus in Busted Spur, Arizona, it&’s with a certain amount of trepidation. After living for years in Seattle, coming home to the slow pace and rural beauty of her hometown is a bit of a shock to the system. But not as big a shock, it turns out, as it is to see G.W. Benton again, and realizing her attraction to him hasn&’t gone anywhere while she's been gone. This is terribly inconvenient…after all, Cassidy&’s made the long trip home under the guise of needing advice on her big-city wedding plans, but in reality hoping her best friend can calm her doubts about her fiancé—definitely not to resurrect the lifelong crush on the cowboy she&’s tried hard to forget. But something about the sunlight, the sweetness of the air and being back amongst the ones she loves most has Cassidy seeing more clearly than she has in a long time, and wondering if it&’s time she stopped denying the truth in her heart.
Coming Home for Christmas
by Kate PearceA B&B owner and her sexy cowboy high-school crush meet again—just in time for a snowstorm and a Christmas romance, in this holiday tale from the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author. Perfect for fans of Linda Lael Miller, Jill Shalvis, and Maisey Yates. Lucy Smith thinks Santa has outdone himself when Caleb Erickson shows up at her B&B. In high school, Caleb was oblivious to her crush. But times may have changed . . . While the two wait out a snowstorm, Caleb is discovering that Lucy may be the gift he didn&’t realize he was wishing for all along . . .
Conard County Conspiracy (Conard County: The Next Generation #52)
by Rachel LeeWhen a lonely ranch owner is threatenedA man from her past reappears After several terrifying incidents at her isolated ranch, widow Grace Hall turns to her late husband's best friend, Mitch, for help. When an unknown enemy threatens them both, the tough-as-nails rancher vows to track down the culprit. And as sparks fly between them and Grace is confronted by Mitch's long-hidden feelings, she must risk not only her life, but also her heart… From Harlequin Romantic Suspense: Danger. Passion. Drama.Feel the excitement in these uplifting romances, part of the Conard County: The Next Generation series:Book 1: A Soldier's HomecomingBook 2: Protector of OneBook 3: The Unexpected HeroBook 4: The Man from NowhereBook 5: Her Hero in HidingBook 6: A Soldier's RedemptionBook 7: No Ordinary HeroBook 8: The Final MissionBook 9: Just a CowboyBook 10: The Rescue PilotBook 11: Guardian in DisguiseBook 12: The Widow's ProtectorBook 13: Rancher's Deadly RiskBook 14: What She SawBook 15: Rocky Mountain LawmanBook 16: Killer's PreyBook 17: Deadly HunterBook 18: Defending the EyewitnessBook 19: Snowstorm ConfessionsBook 20: Undercover HunterBook 21: Thanksgiving DaddyBook 22: Reuniting with the RancherBook 23: A Conard County BabyBook 24: The Lawman Lassoes a FamilyBook 25: Playing with FireBook 26: A Cowboy for ChristmasBook 27: Conard County WitnessBook 28: A Secret in Conard CountyBook 29: Conard County SpyBook 30: An Unlikely DaddyBook 31: Conard County MarineBook 32: Undercover in Conard CountyBook 33: His Pregnant Courthouse BrideBook 34: A Conard County HomecomingBook 35: Cornered in Conard CountyBook 36: A Conard County CourtshipBook 37: Conard County RevengeBook 38: Conard County WatchBook 39: A Bachelor, a Boss and a BabyBook 40: Murdered in Conard CountyBook 41: Stalked in Conard CountyBook 42: Conard County JusticeBook 43: Conard County: Hard ProofBook 44: Conard County: Traces of MurderBook 45: Conard County: Christmas BodyguardBook 46: Conard County: Mistaken IdentityBook 47: Hunted in Conard CountyBook 48: Conard County Conspiracy
Conspiracy in the Rockies (Eagle Mountain: Search for Suspects #2)
by Cindi MyersHer father's death has rocked their small Colorado town And she's convinced it's connected to a larger conspiracy… The grisly death of a prominent rancher stuns a Colorado community and plunges Deputy Chris Delray into a murder investigation. Willow Russell, the victim&’s fiery daughter, is determined to help him catch the killer. To keep her close—and safe—Chris agrees to work together to discover her father&’s enemies. But when Willow becomes a target, Chris suspects her conspiracy theory might be right—and larger than they ever imagined...From Harlequin Intrigue: Seek thrills. Solve crimes. Justice served.Discover more action-packed stories in the Eagle Mountain: Search for Suspects series. All books are stand-alone with uplifting endings but were published in the following order: Book 1: Disappearance at Dakota RidgeBook 2: Conspiracy in the RockiesBook 3: Missing at Full Moon MineBook 4: Grizzly Creek Standoff
Countdown to Christmas (Match Made in Haven #13)
by Brenda HarlenThree adorable sons. Two consenting adults. One outrageous proposal.Rancher Adam Morgan&’s heart and hands are full caring for his ranch and three adorable sons. When his custody is challenged, remarriage becomes this divorced dad&’s best solution. Elementary school teacher Olivia Gilmore dreams of becoming a mother, and a proposal from her secret love suddenly makes that fantasy a reality! But Adam is clear—despite his unexpected attraction, this is a match made by convenience. But as jingle bells give way to wedding bells, will Adam trust in love again? From Harlequin Special Edition: Believe in love. Overcome obstacles. Find happiness.Match Made in Haven Book 1: The Sheriff's Nine-Month SurpriseBook 2: Her Seven-Day FiancéBook 3: Six Weeks to Catch a CowboyBook 4: Claiming the Cowboy's HeartBook 5: Double Duty for the CowboyBook 6: One Night with the CowboyBook 7: A Chance for the RancherBook 8: The Marine's Road HomeBook 9: Meet Me Under the MistletoeBook 10: The Rancher's PromiseBook 11: The Chef's Surprise BabyBook 12: Captivated by the CowgirlBook 13: Countdown to Christmas
Country Born: A Novel (Painted Pony Creek #3)
by Linda Lael MillerBeach Reads A perfect poolside page-turner or beach read! AN INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER&“Curl up in your favorite reading chair and get lost in the pages of this book.&”—Debbie Macomber, #1 New York Times bestselling author, on Country StrongSometimes love is just out of reach…Rancher and military veteran J.P. McCall loves simple pleasures. The satisfaction of working his family&’s land. The freedom to come and go as he pleases. But ever since his two closest friends have married and started families of their own, J.P. realizes what he&’s been missing. He's known plenty of women, but now he craves finding The One. And then Sara Worth comes crashing back into his life. She&’s his buddy&’s sister, the woman who was always out of reach.Single mom Sara Worth has her hands full. After a disastrous early marriage, she is now writing bestselling books by day and caring for her two teenagers by night. That doesn&’t leave a lot of me time. But when an innocent request for J.P.&’s help leads to an unforgettable kiss, she&’s intrigued—and unsure. Giving love a second chance feels impossible. But when the man from Sara&’s past resurfaces, threatening everything she holds dear, J.P. will do whatever it takes to protect the woman who&’s stealing his heart.Painted Pony CreekBook 1: Country StrongBook 2: Country ProudBook 3: Country Born
Cowboy Heat Wave (Smokin' Hot Cowboys #9)
by Kim RedfordHe drank her in, as if dying of thirst, but not touching her with anything more than his heated gaze.She held out her hand.He clasped it.And they caught fire.Audrey Oakes is in Wildcat Bluff County on a mission. She has a lead on the legendary Hallelujah Ranch bootlegger gold—money that would cover the cost of her grandmother's life-saving medical treatment—but she hadn't counted on following it straight into a group of wild horse rustlers. Audrey has no choice but to speed to the closest refuge and hide, only to be confronted by a gun-toting, hot-blooded cowboy.It might only be a coincidence that Audrey appears on firefighter Cole Murphy's doorstep just as the rustlers race by his ranch. But Cole isn't about to let anything, or anyone, distract him from catching the wild mustang thieves—no matter how red-hot his connection to her is. And if she is part of the rustler ring, all the more reason to keep a very close eye on her.This sexy cowboy romance is perfect for readers looking for:A cowboy firefighter who isn't afraid of a little heatA fearless woman who would do anything for her loved onesA sassy small town that feels like homeIntense attraction that can't be deniedPraise for Kim Redford's Smokin' Hot Cowboys:"This tale will melt even the iciest heart."—Publishers Weekly STARRED review for A Cowboy Firefighter for Christmas"As sweet as pie and spicy as chili."—Booklist for Cowboy Firefighter Christmas Kiss
Cowboy Justice at Whiskey Gulch (The Outriders Series #6)
by Elle JamesThree unexpected protectors One desperate victimFormer Delta Force soldier Parker Shaw won&’t be sidelined by his horrific war experiences. Now he&’s an Outrider security agent dedicated to safeguarding those in need. Having escaped abduction and imprisonment, Abby Gibson is hell-bent on rescuing the other captives. Trusting Parker is her only option. As they get closer to the dangerous truth, their attraction grows. Their choice may come down to saving themselves…or risking everything to save the hostages.From Harlequin Intrigue: Seek thrills. Solve crimes. Justice served.Discover more action-packed stories in The Outriders Series. All books are stand-alone with uplifting endings but were published in the following order: Book 1: Homicide at Whiskey GulchBook 2: Hideout at Whiskey GulchBook 3: Held Hostage at Whiskey GulchBook 4: Setup at Whiskey GulchBook 5: Missing Witness at Whiskey GulchBook 6: Cowboy Justice at Whiskey Gulch
Cowboy Tough
by Joanne KennedySparks fly when a sexy cowboy collides with a determined city girl out in a West filled with quirky characters and sizzling romance. Acclaimed for delivering "a fresh take on the traditional contemporary Western," Joanne Kennedy's books might just be your next great discovery!Being a Cowboy is All He Knows...But No Cowboy Can Rein Her In.Bronc-buster Mack Boyd can ride a wild stallion to a standstill, but he can't say no when his family prevails on him to come home and help run the ranch. The last person he expects to find there is a high-class Easterner like Cat Crandall.When Cat Crandall gives up a lucrative advertising job to follow her artistic dreams, she's thinking Paris, Tuscany—not the vast and lonely open country of Wyoming. Her success at Boyd Ranch's artists' retreat could be her ticket to far more exotic places...but the rough and rugged cowboy she meets there is giving Cat a different kind of inspiration. Praise for Joanne Kennedy:"Hot, hot, hot. . . with more twists and turns than a buckin' bull at a world-class rodeo, lots of sizzlin' sex, and characters so real you'll swear they live down the road!" – Carolyn Brown, New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of Red's Hot Cowboy on Cowboy Fever "Kennedy is making a name for herself in the field of contemporary Western romances, taking her place beside Linda Lael Miller and Carolyn Brown."—Booklist"A sassy and sexy wild ride that is more fun than a wild hootenanny!"—The Romance Reviews, 5 Stars on Tall, Dark, and Cowboy
Cowboy Wolf Outlaw (Seven Range Shifters #6)
by Kait Ballenger"Kait Ballenger is a treasure you don't want to miss."—GENA SHOWALTER, New York Times bestselling authorFor fans of thrilling paranormal romance comes Kait Ballenger's action-packed Seven Range Shifters series, featuring:A deadly wolf shifter on the hunt for revengeA wickedly tempting woman who can see right through himFated mates who can't resist the chemistry between themThe danger and beauty of the Rocky MountainsGrey Wolf assassin Malcolm Grey is set on revenge, and no one can stand in his way. With the pack facing their most challenging battle yet, his mission is simple: locate the perpetrators and destroy them. Malcolm will do anything to keep his pack safe, especially when sassy, southern belle Trixie Beauregard makes a proposal he can't resist.Trixie knows a few things about the dangerous cowboy sitting at her bar. One, he's a wolf shifter. Two, his wolf pack is in jeopardy. And three, despite all his growling, this dark-eyed cowboy wolf wants her. But Trixie has problems of her own, and she knows better than to run with the wolf. The smart thing to do would be to stay away. Too bad she's always had a taste for trouble...
Cowboys Love Forever
by Gerald LopezSequel to Loving CowboysCowboys Jace and Macon are happy and in love with their partners Cody and Bailey. They’re busy planning their nuptials, but life can be full of surprises and families can fluctuate in size. Sometimes it’s not just about saying hello, but also goodbye.As one large extended family, the cowboys and their loved ones deal with the joys and sorrows of life. Through it all they remain strong and whole because when cowboys love, it’s forever.
Criminal Abduction
by Angi MorganA Texas Ranger&’s toughest missionHard Core Law When Josh Parker&’s twins are kidnapped, he can't rely on his Texas Rangers star to get them back safely. Or involve Tracey Cassidy, the only person he trusts to care for his children. But when Tracey catches wind of his plan, she's determined to help. The twins need their father, and this is one burden he won't have to shoulder alone.The Ranger Texas Ranger Mitch Striker's life is uncomplicated. Until he meets single mom Brandie Ryland and her adorable four-year-old son. The beautiful redhead is the prime suspect in Mitch's undercover investigation. But when a hostage standoff leaves Brandie's family vulnerable and uncovers a roomful of contraband and drugs, Mitch second-guesses her involvement in the crime…and his ability to keep his emotional distance.USA TODAY Bestselling Author Previously published as Hard Core Law and The Ranger
Cruel Winter of the Mountain Man (Mountain Man #50)
by William W. Johnstone J.A. JohnstoneThe latest action-packed installment in the national bestselling Western authors William W. Johnstone and J.A. Johnstone&’s long-running Mountain Man historical series. The 50th Book in the Bestselling Mountain Man Series!A cold day in hell descends upon Texas when mountain man sharpshooter Smoke Jensen pins on a tin star to tackle a wild bunch of bloodthirsty outlaws in this gun-blazing novel from national bestselling authors William W. Johnstone and J.A. Johnstone.Johnstone Country. A Glorious Land. Jonas Madigan is dying. He spent his life taming towns and upholding justice across the west with no regrets. Along the way, Madigan took the measure of good men like Smoke Jensen, who has traveled to Salt Lick, Texas to pay his respects to the lawman. But when bandits gun down the small town&’s current marshal—and Smoke sends the killers to Boot Hill—Madigan asks his friend to wear the badge and keep the peace until a permanent replacement is sworn in. Turns out the bandits were members of Bishop&’s Mauraders, a twenty-man gang of trigger-happy thieves led by the vicious and venomous Snake Bishop—and they&’ve set their sights on Salt Lick. They&’re due to arrive at the same time as a monstrous blizzard that&’s covering up the countryside. Now, it&’s up to Smoke to turn the townspeople into a posse to defend their lives and land from both mother nature and man&’s worst nature . . . Live Free. Read Hard.
Danger at Clearwater Crossing (Lost Legacy #1)
by Colleen ThompsonIt's the reunion of his life… Until someone wants him dead Finally back together with his children, widower Mac Hale-Walker faces an unexpected obstacle: their temporary guardian. Social worker Sara Wakefield stands in the way of Mac regaining custody. He'll stop at nothing to prove he's a loving dad, even figure out who's threatening his bond with his family. But can Mac manage to clear the danger swirling around Clearwater Crossing before it engulfs them all? From Harlequin Romantic Suspense: Danger. Passion. Drama.Feel the excitement in these uplifting romances, part of the Lost Legacy series:Book 1: Danger at Clearwater Crossing
Danger in Big Sky Country: An Action Packed Romantic Suspense Book (Big Sky Justice #1)
by Kimberly Van MeterTo catch a killer…will she risk a life?When a childhood friend and her family are killed on their Montana ranch, Detective Luna Griffin finds it especially gut-wrenching. To solve the case, she must work with the victim&’s brother, Benjamin, who&’ll do anything to get justice for his sister. But the by-the-book cop must bend the rules while not falling for the ex-marine. Until one bullet—and long-buried secrets—threatens everything…From Harlequin Romantic Suspense: Danger. Passion. Drama.Feel the excitement in these uplifting romances, part of the Big Sky Justice series:Book 1: Danger in Big Sky CountryBook 2: Her K-9 ProtectorBook 3: Cold Case SecretsBook 4: Cold Case Kidnapping
Dark Night in Big Rock (The Jensen Brand #5)
by William W. Johnstone J.A. JohnstoneJohnstone Country. Guns and Money. And Sometimes, Lawyers. The long-awaited return of Smoke Jensen&’s son ignites a powderkeg of problems for the town of Big Rock, Colorado. This time, it&’s personal—and definitely fatal. . . .DARK NIGHT IN BIG ROCK Smoke Jensen is mighty proud of his son Louis for finishing law school. But he can&’t help being a little disappointed that Louis isn&’t returning to the Sugarloaf Ranch. Instead, he&’s setting up his own law practice in nearby Big Rock—a career choice that turns out to be every bit as dangerous as fending off cattle rustlers. The boy&’s first case lands him smack in the middle of a heated dispute between two riled-up ranchers over water rights. If Louis can&’t settle them down, the whole thing could blow up into a bloody range war. Then a scheming con man shows up in town to stir up trouble—and ends up dead. Now Louis has to defend his sister&’s boyfriend on murder charges. What&’s worse, the real killer is still out there. And he&’s ready to slaughter again . . . Smoke Jensen&’s son may be a lawyer now. But if there&’s one thing he learned from his daddy, it&’s that in places like Big Rock, men live and die by one law alone: the law of the gun. . . . Live Free. Read Hard.
Dead Man's Hand (Jake Paynter #1)
by David NixAn action-packed historical western for fans of William Johnstone and Louis L'Amour.Condemned to die, he's about to find a reason to live.Jake Paynter is a doomed man. Haunted by an abusive childhood and his participation in atrocities of the Civil War, he seeks the isolation of the Plains Cavalry as a white officer for an all-Black buffalo soldier troop. Now, he is in irons and certain to be hanged for killing his captain after refusing an inhumane order. Despite his best efforts to maintain isolation, he starts to make friends on his journey to trial. The people of the wagon train begin looking to Paynter for leadership, and he reluctantly falls into the role.The opportunity to escape arises when the wagon train is attacked by bandits, but Paynter's growing ties to the travelers compel him to stay. As his trial approaches, Paynter must lean on his friends for salvation, but the laws of the west are swift and harsh, and a grueling confrontation with his past is on the horizon.
Dead Man's Trail: A Delicious Culinary Cozy Mystery With Recipes (A Carson Stone Western #1)
by Nate MorganReformed outlaw Carson Stone, in this razor-sharp Western, stakes his claim in the untamed, bloody Idaho Territory, only to find himself trapped in a bullet-riddled nightmare he may not walk away from . . . Former thief and wanted man Carson Stone dreams of a peaceful life on a ranch built by his own hands, but dreams don&’t always come without a steep price. To earn a stake, Carson rides west to collect the reward on a claim-jumper. The land is beautiful, but times are hard as the territory is ravaged by the latest Indian war and a mining boom gone bust. When Stone steps in to defend a family ambushed by murdering marauders, he makes a terrifying discovery: one of the hired killers carries a death list full of names and dollar amounts. But the names on this list belong to upstanding citizens, not criminals. When the local sheriff is gunned down in broad daylight, Carson takes on the one job he never wanted—pinning on a lawman&’s tin star to protect the innocent. A gang of ruthless killers are storming back to finish their work—and Carson Stone has just moved to the top of the death list.
Dead River (The Jackals #4)
by William W. Johnstone J.A. JohnstoneOn the wild western frontier, the three men known as the Jackals stand between the law and the lawless—delivering their own brand of justice with a fast draw, dead aim, and enough bullets to populate Boot Hill. Johnstone Territory. Where DeathRides Hard. Apache renegade Bloody Hand plays a role in each of the Jackals&’ lives. To bounty hunter Jed Breen, he is man with a price on his head. To retired cavalry segeant Sean Keegan, he is a cellmate after a drunken brawl. And to former Texas Ranger Matt McCulloch, he is the key to a mystery that has long haunted him. When McCulloch breaks Bloody Hand out of jail, his fellow Jackals follow them into Mexico. Now, all four are wanted men. The U.S. Army and bounty hunters cross the Rio Grande in pursuit. Awaiting them south of the border are Mexican rurales led by Confederate expatriate Major Block Frazer seeking revenge against Bloody Hand. But nothing will stop McCulloch from completing his mission—to save his daughter from the Apache band that abducted her years before. Outnumbered and outgunned, the Jackals will stand together to free McCulloch&’s daughter—or end up hung, drawn, and quartered. Live Free. Read Hard.
Devil's Ride West (Jake Paynter #2)
by David NixAuthor David Nix writes an action-packed, authentic historical western series featuring:A former soldier with a target on his backA slew of bounty hunters determined to claim their prizeA ruthless detective who wants to see Jake payA breathtaking journey across the wild westJake Paynter is in deep trouble. With a $1000 bounty on his head, every law man, bounty hunter, and desperado west of the Mississippi is gunning for him. Jake's plan to lay low with the Shoshone quickly falls apart, but before he can leave for far Yellowstone, his two best friends, Gus Rivers and Stacy Blue, show up with a dilemma. Miners at South Pass City are getting murdered by a man or beast—no one is certain—and his immigrant friends from the Oregon Trail are in danger. Against his better judgment, Paynter travels to the mining fields to bring the culprits to justice.Hiding in an abandoned mine by day and sleuthing by night, Jake begins to unravel the mystery of the deaths. But as adversarial forces close in, Jake must decide whether to escape to isolation or remain and fight for his friends.
Die Wunden heilen (Lang Downs (Deutsch))
by Ariel TachnaSeth Simms wollte niemals Cowboy werden und wenn man Jason Thompson, seinem besten Freund, glauben darf, ist er auch keiner. Er hatte nur zufällig Glück, als sein Bruder und er vor zehn Jahren nach Lang Downs kamen. Hier fand er den nötigen Halt, um die Schule abzuschließen und ein Studium zu beginnen. Aber er hätte nie gedacht, dass Lang Downs für ihn der sichere Hafen werden könnte wie für so viele der anderen, die hier ein Zuhause gefunden hatten. Dazu hatte er zu viel mitgemacht. Und seine Vergangenheit hatte Schäden hinterlassen. Niemand würde einen Mann mit seinen Problemen akzeptieren.Jason hatte sein ganzes Leben lang nur ein Ziel gehabt: Er wollte Tierarzt werden, nach Lang Downs zurückkehren und hier seinen Beruf ausüben – wann immer er gebraucht wurde. Den Rest seiner Zeit wollte er als Jackaroo arbeiten. Und er freute sich darauf, gelegentlich seinen Freund Seth zu sehen, auch wenn seine Träume von einer gemeinsamen Zukunft hoffnungslos waren. Seth war nicht schwul.Seths überraschende Rückkehr nach Lang Downs ist für Jason ein zusätzliches Geschenk. Aber es ist nicht einfach, ein Gleichgewicht zwischen seiner Beziehung zu einem der Jackaroos und seiner Freundschaft zu Seth zu finden. Dann erkennt er, wie schwer Seth an seiner Vergangenheit zu tragen hat und mit welchen gefährlichen Mitteln er versucht, seine Probleme zu bewältigen.