In El Sombre, Shadow of the Saguaro, the author has attempted to blend together actual historical figures, events, and facts, of the early 1800's with fictional heroes and villains. In as much as possible, these true life figures and forerunners of the West were picked by the author, because they were contemporaries of the era. The author has left it entirely up to the reader to sift the truth from the fiction, in order to pique your interest in historical study. The Author would classify this book as a fictional, historical, western fantasy. The author would be gratified if one day this book was chosen as required reading material at the high school-college level, and has deliberately chosen descriptive words and linguistics on a higher educational plane than the average pulp paper Western. The author has also endeavored to combine adventure, romance, and humor in order to attract a wider range of readers, but at the same time, to create heroes that might be suitable role models for the young men and women of this generation. If you are a descendent of the heroes portrayed, it is hoped that you will take family pride in reading the epic. fact that you as a responsible American Citizen have restored the family name. Bear in mind, also, that many of our forefathers were painted as villains when they were heroes. - Because they were not politically correct, or took a stand that was not popular with the world. Both hero and villain will some day stand before the Highest Command and be judged by the One Righteous Judge of all time, in the light of His Holy Word - Then, and only then, will it become apparent who the real heroes were.

Gold and silver came to a man by hard work or by stealing it. O'Brien took the easy way. When Trevane's wife is raped and killed during a robbery, he swears vengeance on the outlaws that did this.
Two years later, Trevane stands heartbroken at the gravesite of his second wife. Wondering if death is to be his shadow, Hardin seeks the solitude of the open range. Planning to sign on as a trail hand and push a herd to market, his plans are derailed, and he is forced to live by the gun again as he faces his deadliest opponent yet.

A County Sherrif on the brink of self destuction. A series of grisely murders. Drug smuggelers and F.B.I. agents . Ancient Indian legends of a being half spirit halfmyth that takes peoples souls and can summon up the Devil Himself ! All this and more await you in The Soul Taker. a page turner from begining to end, this is the First book in the Starbuck & Onehorse mystery/ adventure series . Once you start it, you won't want to put it down. join the gang from Dullknife County as they embark on this wild ride, you'll be glad you did.

Set on the banks of the Rio Grande River in the old New Mexico Territory, Simon ran his infamous resort-brothel which brought him his tainted fortune and perceived power over the people of Taos. It was virtually impossible to stand up to this sadistic tyrant and his ruthless band of thugs. Even the church, who exercised a strong degree of power and influence in those developing years of western expansion, could not influence his depraved course.

He was an ambitious man with the amoral attitude of the local rattle snakes that were indigenous to the region.

Each of the numerous visitors passing through, who enjoyed the relaxation and pleasure of his sinful stop of gratification, had a story to tell, but "Canyon of Sorrow" concentrates on the dark and tragic way that one man touched so many, and his devious actions through might and control resulted in a horrific conclusion that is talked about to this day.

A former marshal with a trouble past drifted into Twin Creeks looking for some rest and a chance to forget his problems but fell into more trouble than he could handle. The entire town wanted him to be hanged, so Morgan Reeves had to decide if he was going to run or risk his life to save a woman with a reputation and her son.

Marina was tired of ranch life. She was tired of cooking and cleaning for her husband and the arrogant Tyree Stockton, owner of the Moon Driver Ranch. Efrin kept telling her that their two wayward sons would soon return home but she needed to go to Bowie and find them. Rumors were that her two sons were living a life of drinking and gambling at Rosa's Gided Cage cantina. Finding her sons was an excuse for her to complete a daring act. She would leave Efrin and the Moon Driver Ranch. Tess was determined to find Tom Lacy at Fort Bowie and kill him even if it meant losing her own life. The Prittchett House would be a safe haven for her more than once. Yolie followed Efrin to Cabo, Mexico. She dreamed of the future they would have. The dream became a hedious nightmare and she regretted leaving Bowie and Millie Prittchett.

In 1872, thirteen-year-old Will Curtis isn't prepared for the changes that are about to occur in his young life. His mother died six months ago while giving birth to his youngest sister, Anne. Will is not pleased when his Pa, a cantankerous self-ordained minister, introduces him to his new stepmother, eighteen-year-old Mary. Will initially resents the pretty young woman, but he is eventually overcome by her charm.

Soon after Mary's arrival, the family is guided by Will's forty-year-old uncle, Zeke, as they leave their West Virginia home to forge a new life on the Kansas frontier. Will is saddened when he has to leave his best friend, Skeeter, and his dog, Crusher, behind. The long journey by steamboat, train, and wagon is not an easy one, but their struggles are only the beginning. While besieged with natural disasters, family conflict, outlaws, and death, the Curtis family also becomes involved in a deadly vendetta.

This coming-of-age Western demonstrates Will's determination and dedication to his family as he matures on the hardscrabble Kansas homestead. In his five-year journey, Will reaps the rewards of hard work, faces his foes, and discovers the wonder of love in Into the Heartland.