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...

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 ...

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...

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 ...

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 ...

Wayne Harper is a young freight driver whose latest delivery ends in disaster. His wagon is ambushed on a remote mountain pass, his partner is murdered and the cargo stolen. Wounded and hunted through a brutal winter storm, he flees into the high country with the killers close behind. Ben Fournier has spent the last ten years hiding in an isolated cabin high in the mountains, hoping to leave his violent past behind. But when Wayne stumbles onto his doorstep, Ben recognizes the attack at once. The men hunting Wayne are his former gang, and they will never stop while a witness remains alive. ...

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 ...

Nash Carter, once the legendary “Golden Star” of Galveston, has been broken by grief after his wife’s brutal murder. Haunted by the past, he hides in Louisiana—until a desperate woman appears on his doorstep with a child in tow, pulling him back into a world of corrupt lawmen, ruthless gangs, and deadly outlaws he thought he’d left behind. Claire Westbrook has spent years protecting her family and keeping perilous secrets, but riding alongside Nash thrusts her into danger. Every mile is a fight for survival as she works to keep her niece safe, outsmart her enemies, and face the ...

A journey into the unknown is a journey to become a mail order bride. Margaret Leeds has no idea what a mail order bride is before her stepfather informs her that she is to leave for Colorado territory to marry a stranger. On her stepfather’s insistence that Margaret leave the house and stop draining the family’s resources, Margaret embarks on a long and grueling journey into the west to marry an unknown man. There’s a problem, however. The man is already married. Now, Margaret finds herself stranded in a small town of Stillwater, and her permanent limp leaves her struggling to find ...

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 ...

Do you like true stories of the Wild West? You should love these tales of outlaws, gunslingers and adventurers then. You may not have heard much about some of these bad guys, but they were real, ruthless outlaws and all had their "15 minutes of fame", leaving trails of death and mayhem behind them. Most did not live to an old age, on average just 35 years old, and those that did survive longer were probably in jail. These tales romp along with plenty of action and recreate the atmosphere of this exciting and dangerous era in America's history using the vernacular of the times. Whilst the ...

Tom Zoellner loves trains with a ferocious passion. In his new audiobook he chronicles the innovation and sociological impact of the railway technology that changed the world, and could very well change it again. From the frigid Trans-Siberian Railroad to the antiquated Indian Railways to the futuristic maglev trains, Zoellner offers a stirring story of man's relationship with trains. Zoellner examines both the mechanics of the rails and their engines and how they helped societies evolve. Not only do trains transport people and goods in an efficient manner, but they also reduce pollution and dependency upon oil.

Do you like true stories of the Wild West? You should love these tales of outlaws, gunslingers and adventurers then. Of course you will have heard of most of them as many have become legends. Their escapades were exciting, daring and reckless and many paid the ultimate price in the end. These tales romp along with plenty of action and recreate the atmosphere of this exciting and dangerous era in America's history using the vernacular of the times. PLEASE NOTE - Whilst the events that took place are primarily true, (as far as we know), the author has used a certain amount of creative license...

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, ...

On the Chisholm Trail, only iron will and a steady gun hand keep a man alive. 1869. Ash Morgan rides the Chisholm Trail with a herd of longhorns—and a score to settle. His family was butchered by Cal Rowen, a former raider turned cattle baron who builds his empire with hired guns and stolen land. Beside him rides Abby Rhodes, a widowed cattlewoman with secrets of her own and a past that is tied to Rowen. Together, they push toward Dodge City, facing storms, river crossings, and enemies who strike from the shadows. As betrayal festers within the trail and Rowen closes in, Ash must decide ...

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 ...

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...

Ernest Vance loses everything when a dam collapses and sweeps off the map his home, his parents, and the future he thought was secure. With only his family’s surviving cattle left, he joins a desperate wagon train of townsfolk heading two hundred miles toward safety. When a powerful rancher claims the herd as his own, Ernest realizes their last hope for survival has made them a target. Anna Whitfield has survived widowhood and built a quiet life as Vance Fields’ schoolteacher, but the flood leaves six frightened children in her care and no one else to protect them. With food scarce, ...