The Ballad of Midnight and McRae

By: Jess Lederman

Narrated by: Boyd Barrett

For Caleb McRae—devout Baptist, Texas Ranger, hero of the Wild West—life is simple: lawmen bring bad guys to justice and hellfire's a sinner's fate. But Caleb's world turns upside down when he falls in love with the outlaw Henry Midnight...

An award-winning work of historical literary fiction

©2025 Jess Lederman (P)2025 Jess Lederman

Critic reviews

"Featuring star-crossed lovers, intense action, myth, and magic, The Ballad of Midnight and McRae enthralled me…” —Ami McConnell, founder of Winterfest Nashville and former Editor-in-Chief of Howard Books/Simon & Schuster

Intriguing and Action Packed

For Caleb McRae—devout Baptist, Texas Ranger, and hero of the Wild West—life is simple: lawmen catch the bad guys, and sinners face hellfire. But everything changes when he falls for the outlaw Henry Midnight, forcing him to question everything he once believed.

The author, Jess Lederman, captures the spirit of the early spaghetti westerns, adding a layer of tension that makes this book truly stand out. The characters are well developed from start to finish, and the situations they face are both creative and engaging. The dialogue flows naturally and supports the story with ease.

The narrator, Bord Barrett, brings the audiobook to life with a skilled performance that enriches the characters, dialogue, and overall narrative. His tonal shifts, sense of tension, and clear differentiation between characters make the story easy to follow. His rich voice and steady delivery draws the listener in and deepens the immersion.

This is an entertaining experience that offers both excitement and a vivid glimpse into the Wild West.

There were no issues with the quality or production of this audiobook.