Western Train

Instant New York Times bestseller One of Bustle’s Most Anticipated Books of Summer 2020 “The perfect riveting summer read!”—BookBub In 1935 three women are forever changed when one of the most powerful hurricanes in history barrels toward the Florida Keys. For the tourists traveling on...

The fast-paced and gripping true account of the extraordinary construction and spectacular demise of the Key West Railroad—one of the greatest engineering feats ever undertaken, destroyed in one fell swoop by the strongest storm ever to hit U.S. shores. In 1904, the brilliant and driven...

A masterwork of moral inquiry from one of the twentieth century’s greatest observers of power, guilt, and justice In A Train of Powder, Rebecca West—one of the great literary journalists of the twentieth century—brings her crystalline intelligence and unsparing moral vision to some of the...

Sometimes the most significant journeys are those that take place within the heart. Amelia Hall, widowed and pregnant, stands at a pivotal juncture in her life… Facing a future shrouded in uncertainty, she finds no other option but to agree to an arranged marriage with Benjamin Grant. A pragmatic blacksmith, Benjamin is driven by both societal expectations and the allure of new prospects in the rapidly developing state of California. But never in his heart did he plan to make room for love… Confronting the western trail’s harsh realities, Amelia’s steadfast faith and spirit slowly ...

Years ago, freight driver Arthur Blackwell survived a massacre that was meant to leave no witnesses. Since then, he has avoided that part of the territory. But when a blizzard forces him and his passengers to seek shelter at isolated Crosswind Station, he realizes some of the men trapped inside are the killers he never expected to see again. Judge Howard Lauderdale is carrying the evidence needed to bring a powerful cattle baron to justice. The storm should be nothing more than a temporary delay on the road to Helena. But when Arthur, his driver, recognizes several of the stranded travelers...

Elinor Ashcroft was only eight when masked men tore her from her family, and ended up being raised among a tribe of Natives. She grows into a fierce survivor loyal to the mother and brothers who saved her, even as hunger, danger, and the spread of white settlement close in from every side… Pinkerton Nathaniel Boone is sent west to recover a missing heiress, hoping the case will prove he is ready to stand on his own after his mentor’s death. Yet when he finally finds Elinor, he discovers a woman who wants nothing from her old life—and a trail of secrets that reaches far beyond a ...

After a violent train robbery, a stranger is left for dead, with no memory of who he is. Rescued by the rancher Sam Garrett and his widowed sister Sarah, he takes the name "Jack" and begins the slow road to recovery, never knowing if the men who attacked him will return to finish the job… Grateful for their kindness, Jack works to repay them. He has a natural way with horses, yet no memory of the life he left behind. The more time he spends at the ranch, the stronger his bond grows with Sarah, a bond shadowed by the mystery of who he was before the robbery. But Copper Valley is no safe ...

Here comes another western adventure of relentless action, obstacles and a touch of western romance When the funeral train stops in Worrisome, Colorado Territory, it carries no passengers. Only coffins. Coffins engraved with the names of the living. One of them belongs to Snow Jacobs. Once a respected fighter, Snow is now a man haunted by guilt and town gossip. Years ago, his bullet struck a child in crossfire. The boy lived, but Snow never forgave himself. He keeps to himself and tries to live a quiet life, but the town can’t forget what he’s done. When the killings begin, one coffin ...

Colt Granger, a former bounty hunter, finds himself betrayed by his partner and left for dead in the unforgiving desert. When a Texas Ranger offers him a chance for redemption, Colt reluctantly agrees to help capture the notorious outlaw, Red Romero. But with his past haunting him and betrayal still fresh in his mind, Colt’s journey to justice will be anything but easy. Catherine Franklin seeks revenge for the brutal murders of her father and brother by Romero’s gang. Determined and unyielding, she joins the mission, despite the danger it brings. As she and Colt ride together through ...

Kit Butler and Lige Turner are weathered trackers—trappers who once lived among the Dakota people as brothers, learning their language, their land, and their way of life. Now, with the fur trade dwindling, they find themselves guides for a wagon train—a group of emigrants leaving behind the comforts of the world they know for the Wild West. The problem is, they have to pass through hostile Dakota Indian territory to reach their destination.

Laura Donovan, raised in an orphanage with her sister, believes she has finally found safety when she agrees to marry a man who promises her a future. But when his mask shatters—and a terrified orphaned boy is placed in her care—she makes a desperate choice. She flees west, leaving behind everything… except the fragile hope of finding love and a place to belong. Ethan Hollister has spent years chasing justice across a lawless frontier ever since his brother was killed by ruthless outlaws. Traveling undercover on a wagon train, he poses as a husband, never expecting the woman beside ...

Sam Morrison leaves his Texas ranch with one mission: honor his father’s dying wish and find the sister he’s never met. He joins a wagon train to California, expecting rough trails and merciless outlaws, but not a strong, beautiful woman who hides dangerous secrets. Eliza Blake was meant to marry wealth and power, not the man she could love. Fleeing Boston under a false name, she hopes the vast frontier will swallow her past. But as she unites with Sam, bounty hunters and a jealous rival are closing in, putting the entire wagon train in peril. As bullets fly and loyalties are tested, ...

Rosa Sullivan’s happy, privileged life is shattered when she learns that her parents are not her birth parents at all. With her life in turmoil, she’s left with two choices, marry for stability or venture into uncertainty. Fueled by grief and curiosity, she embarks on a journey to Colorado to search for the answers. There, she crosses paths with Daniel, a local man who harbors his own discontent and their connection feels oddly familiar… Will Rosa find the answers she seeks? Daniel Cooper has no reason to be miserable and yet he longs for more, something outside the boundaries of ...

Do you like true stories of the Wild West? You should love these tales of outlaws and gunslingers then Of course you will have heard of most of them as many have become infamous legends. Some are not so quite well known however, but they were all dangerous and ruthless criminals and all had their "15 minutes of fame", leaving trails of death and mayhem behind them. Most did not live to an old age, and those that did were probably in jail. Their escapades were daring and reckless and many paid the ultimate price in the end. These tales romp along with plenty of action and recreate the ...

At the height of the California gold rush in the late-1840's, a wagon train of men, women, children, and their animals stumbled into a 130-mile-long valley in the Mojave Desert through a "shortcut" to the California coast. What ensued was an ordeal that divided the camp into remnants and struck them with hunger, thirst, and a terrible sense of being lost and beyond hope, until one of their party volunteered to cross the desert to get help. This young hero was one of the survivors of the tragedy, and he lived to tell the tale in this gripping autobiographical account. In a time of unmarked ...

Clean and Wholesome American mail order bride historical western short story romance. Available as a value box amazon.com/dp/B071H3K8WH (copy and paste the link into your browser) follows two generations of the Saint family as they follow their hearts and make new lives for themselves out West, meeting every challenge head on and striving at all times to trust in their faith and love for one another. This enchanting tale illustrates the strength of character and hope that won the West. John Saint has long dreamed of a new life out West. In 1864 he and his wife and small son finally embark ...

Evelyn Harper shoots her abusive husband to protect her son, then flees Indiana under the cover of night. They find refuge in Arlington, Wyoming, where Evelyn starts over as a seamstress, but danger isn’t finished with her yet… Widowed sheriff Jonathan Tate has kept his heart buried since his wife's death, focused solely on protecting his town. Yet, Evelyn’s strength and guarded warmth catch him off guard. He senses she’s running from something, and he’s not sure if he can trust her… or afford not to. When ruthless outlaws appear in Arlington, Evelyn and Jonathan face their ...

Four unforgettable journeys. Four powerful loves. One perilous trail where only the strongest hearts survive. Oregon Trail Dreaming: A Saga of Sacrifice, Resilience, and Enduring Love In the rugged years of westward expansion, brave men and women risk everything—leaving behind the past to chase hope, freedom, and a future they can call their own. But the Oregon Trail is unforgiving. From raging rivers and deadly storms to betrayal, loss, and impossible choices, survival demands courage… And love demands even more. In this sweet, clean, and wholesome historical western romance collection...

September 1854, Oregon Territory Laney and her group of spinsters, dubbed the ‘Sparrows’ have arrived safely in Oregon City. They are moving forward in hopes to find a better life. They all have challenges to overcome. Putting their pasts behind them of being the eternal ‘Plain Jane’ and embracing their own worth is easier said than done. Sophia Greaves is the local beauty on the verge of womanhood. Her mother is hatching matchmaking scenes, while her heart is healing from a secret heartbreak. She turns her healing time into a mission and focuses her energies on her community. She ...

They made a mistake giving him the badge. Now Nash Cain is making them pay… Nash Cain didn’t come to Barton Creek, Texas, to stay. A seasoned ex-marshal and former soldier, he takes a wounded man back to his home—but finds a town ruled by powerful cattle barons and hired guns. No one talks. No one resists. Until Nash takes the badge. With only a handful of allies, Nash starts to push back. But every move he makes brings him closer to a violent reckoning with the men in power. A body in the street. A warning shot in the dark. Now, walking away isn’t an option. Because in a town owned...