Rick Thompson had come to Willow Crossing because he had a chance to buy a ranch cheaply and because his brother Les was buried there. Rick was just a kid when Les was killed. Les was some years older and wild. Legendary town tamer Vince Kirby had claimed to have caught Les robbing an express office.
Will Clayborn never thought he'd ever be going back to the Anvil Ranch at Three Forks. Old Riley Adams, who owned the Anvil, had taken him in and treated him like a son. But then Riley had taken it into his head to run Will off his ranch for some cattle rustling he hadn't done. When Will heard that Riley Adams was dying, he came back to a town that hated and feared him.
Jim Bannister is on the lam again — still with that $12,000 bounty on his head for killing a Western Development Corporation field representative.
Driven by a deep desire for justice, Jim Bannister embarks on a quest to find a captivating and enigmatic woman who holds the key to proving his innocence. As he navigates the complexities of his pursuit, the stakes rise, intertwining his fate with hers in a gripping tale of mystery and redemption.
Jim Bannister faces dire consequences as a bounty hunter targets him, with a staggering $12,000 reward for his capture. On the run, he must navigate the dangers posed by relentless pursuers, highlighting the intense stakes and survival instincts that drive him. The story explores themes of desperation and the lengths one will go to evade capture.
"Jim Bannister has a $12,000 bounty on him for a murder in New Mexico. He is now in Colorado looking for information to prove his innocence. When bounty hunters target the woman her loves, he decides it's time for the hunted to become the hunter"--
Featuring six exceptional stories and short novels by a founding member of the Western Writers of America, this collection delves into the complexities of life in the frontier West. Each narrative reveals that nothing is straightforward or as it appears, offering readers a nuanced perspective on the challenges and intricacies of this rugged landscape.
Set against a backdrop of impending war between wealthy ranchers and a lawless tribe, Jesse Craven finds himself in a precarious position as the ramrod of the valley's largest ranch. Born into a fierce clan, he faces a daunting decision that could alter the course of his life. Ultimately, it is a woman who influences his choice, highlighting themes of love, loyalty, and the struggle for identity amidst conflict. The tension of the valley serves as a powerful metaphor for the internal and external battles Jesse must confront.
V tomto westernu sledujeme příběh Leona Porfila, mladého rváče, který se musí dát na útěk...