Joshua's Country

By: Gerard de Marigny

Narrated by: Theo Holland

Born and raised a cowboy, Vietnam vet Joshua Jacobs looks out across the West Texas plain. All the land stretching to the uncluttered western horizon is his. From just a patch of land, he built an empire, one he runs by his own rules. Yet, Joshua learned a hard lesson...that his family couldn’t be run the same way.

Joshua deeply regretted not being on speaking terms with his only son when James died serving his country. James’s wife Katy never forgave Joshua for trying to run their lives. Heartache upon heartache, Joshua’s beloved wife Sarah passed away not long after. Now, the only legacy Joshua has left is his grandson, but like his dad and granddad before him, young Josh also chose to serve his country.

Joshua spends his days waiting for letters from him. In the latest letter, young Josh said he was thinking of finally leaving the military to take his place on the ranch at his grandfather’s side. Joshua was overjoyed, but his joy was cut short when he saw a picture of his grandson on the news. The report said young Josh was taken hostage by the head of the most violent ISIS unit, known as the “Storm Demons”. Their leader, Shakir, was infamous for beheading his hostages and broadcasting the horrors online to the world.

Threatening Joshua Jacobs’ grandson was a mistake. Now, an Islamic extremist’s hate for America faces an old cowboy’s love for his grandson.

©2017 Gerard de Marigny (P)2019 Gerard de Marigny

Let go & let God!

The tale starts out with an interesting, yet emotional background on the elder Joshua Jacobs. Joshua is a hard-working, ornery old cuss that built himself quite an empire on the Texas plains. Unfortunately, dedication to build and expand left little time, passion, or understanding for his family. Joshua’s son is killed in Afghanistan. Not wanting to make the same mistakes with his grandson, Joshua hopes and prays that young Josh will tire of the Marines, return home, and take over the empire. The focus of the tale turns to young Josh. My only complaint is when Sgt. Josh leaves the ISIS leader Shakir alive back in Afghanistan, especially after threatening his family. The action and excitement pick up as Josh returns home, only to have his family confront a terrorist’s vengeance. I was given this free review copy audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this review.

One of the best Modern day westerns

Joshua's country.
One of the best modern-day westerns.
A gripping storyline action packed with break neck speed. Old cowboy, retired and active marines, bad D.E.A agents and Mexican cartels. And best of all Apaches . What more can you ask for all in one book.
Great narration.
A unique western.
I received a free copy of this audio book at my own request and voluntarily leave this honest review. ..

Great Read!

Not what I usually listen to, but really enjoyed it. I definitely recommend it.
Will look for more by this author.

Fantastic

I wasn't sure when I started but I quickly fell in love with this book. The characters are very well done and you feel for everything that they go through. The narrator did a great job of bringing out the emotions within the story. I was given a free copy of this audio in return for an unbiased review.

An Excellent Audio Book On All Levels

Joshua's Country is as well written page turner enhanced by excellent narration. Upon starting it, I found the book to be everything I want in an adventure; a modern day western. We meet Joshua the eldest family member who owns a huge ranch. Quickly we learn about this friends who work with him, his family, and one of the drama experienced in the latter. The reader also learns of Joshua's namesake, his grandson, who is a marine at war.

This is where I thought the book might lose me, but it did not. I am not a fan of "war novels" and though there is a brief dip into that genre, it quickly takes a turn back into the modern day western. Adding to the finely developed story is the wonderful narration by Theo Holland. I am a fan of Mr. Holland's and he has such the right touch. Weather presenting the dialogue of a woman, a Native American male, or a black FBI agent (male) - none of his vocals becomes a character or cartoon. His vocal readings remain authentic to the character and thus does not take the listener away from the audio experience; he enhances it.
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If you like Westerns, you will enjoy this modern day version.