With Hell in Their Hearts

The Taylor Boys and the Little Girl Who Lived

Like the script of a riveting Hollywood Western and nearly forgotten for over 130 years, the Meeks Family Murders of 1894 is one of the most heartbreaking true stories in the history of America.

After the horror, a courageous little girl came back from the grave to tell on the awful fiends who had committed the murders. This is the most complete account yet written about the tragedy, which happened near Browning, Missouri in the heartland of America.

©2024 Charles Huddleston (P)2024 Charles Huddleston

Murder and Retribution

This is a thoroughly interesting and informative book. It has all the elements of a western novel or movie - outlaw gangs, corruption, murder, jail breaks, river boats, train chases, hung juries - except it’s all true. Thanks to his excellent research and presentation of the facts, as well as his insight, Charles Huddleston (who, by the way narrates his story magnificently) has woven an amazing and adventurous, yet believable tale. Overall, he gives us a glimpse of life, good and bad, in the late 19th century. I also enjoyed the ballads about the murder. If you like this audiobook, I suggest you also get the paperback version from Amazon; it has many interesting photos and maps, as well as information sources. Whether you prefer fiction or nonfiction, I highly recommend this book. It will touch your emotions; intrigue, tension, sadness, outrage, and satisfaction.

Outstanding!

The narration was absolutely brilliant and pulls you in to the story. The information seems well researched and keeps you engaged throughout the entire book. I did have a question or two and the author was very accessible and willing to answer my question. Interesting part of history to learn about ! Highly recommend.