His face was burned to the color of old leather, and I guessed he was the type that spent a lot of time on a golf course, or maybe a tennis court. We talked a little about the weather and how hot it was, and then I hung up the hose and went to work on the windshield. That was when I got my first good look at the woman. And she just about took my breath away. Originally published in 1955.
Set against a backdrop of loss and resilience, the story follows a protagonist grappling with grief while discovering the healing power of music. As they navigate a world filled with sorrow, the journey unfolds through poignant relationships and the transformative nature of art. Themes of love, remembrance, and the struggle to find hope in darkness are intricately woven into the narrative, offering readers a profound exploration of the human experience and the solace that can be found in creativity.
They were cat and mouse. Antagonists in a deadly game of survival, Ward Cameron and William Olive were linked together by the most fearful word in the West: bounty. Olive was a thrice-hardened Foreign Legionnaire turned bounty-hunter. And Cameron was a fugitive with a newly minted price on his head.
He was young and hard and dangerous and he had learned it all from the most notorious badman who ever rode the border -- his father, Nate Blaine.
Originally published in paperback by Gold Medal Books in the early 1950s, these two classic westerns depict the life of a young man turned killer outlaw in the Oklahoma territory.
Set against a backdrop of stark violence and lawlessness, Owen Toller has traded his tumultuous past for a peaceful life on his farm with his family. However, the arrival of the ruthless Brunner brothers threatens to shatter his newfound tranquility as they unleash a wave of murder and plunder, reminiscent of the notorious James and Dalton gangs. Toller must confront the brutal realities of his history as he fights to protect his loved ones from this savage threat.
Set in Oklahoma two decades after Prohibition's repeal, the story follows a modern-day Al Capone who engages in bootlegging and exploits women. Clifton Adam's narrative delves into the life of a notorious figure determined to seize power and wealth through any means necessary. This dark tale captures the gritty reality of crime and ambition, showcasing a character who embodies the struggles of those living on the fringes of society.
A protagonist is captivated by a striking rock, roughly the size of a man's head and weighing around twenty pounds, which they feel an urgent need to possess. The determination to reach the rock suggests a deeper significance or connection, hinting at themes of desire and the challenges one might face in pursuit of their goals. The narrative captures the struggle and motivation behind this quest, emphasizing the rock's allure and the lengths the character is willing to go to acquire it.
