Robert J. Horton Books

When Gail London inherits the Hanging X Ranch, he decides that it's time to leave the notorious Trantler gang. But leaving may not be as easy as he had hoped.

Originally published as a seven-part serial in a Western story magazine in 1931, this book captures the essence of classic Western storytelling. It features compelling characters and thrilling narratives that reflect the adventurous spirit of the time. The serialized format allows for in-depth character development and plot progression, immersing readers in the rugged landscapes and moral dilemmas of the American West.

Set against the backdrop of the Wild West, the story intertwines a fistfight, a cryptic letter, and a thrilling chase. As characters navigate danger and intrigue, they uncover secrets that could change their lives forever. This gripping narrative captures the essence of adventure and the unpredictable nature of the frontier.

Clint and Dick French may have been identical twins, but it wasn't hard to tell them apart. Clint's wild ways contrasted sharply with his brother's more sophisticated tastes. But then Dick decided to drop his dandified duds to don Western gear and help out at the family ranch. Only he didn't know he'd inherit Clint's enemies as well. When notorious troublemaker Blunt Rodgers mistakes Dick for Clint, the tenderfoot looks to be doomed. Until his sharp-shooting sibling puts a bullet into the bruiser. In fact, three shots were fired from the crowd that day, and the second one proved deadly. No one knows exactly who fired it, but the sheriff doesn't need evidence to peg Clint the killer. And once word gets back to the infamous outlaw Blunt rode with, a whole gang of hardcases will be gunning for both brothers.

A lone rider rode onto the Diamond H range and introduced himself as Dane. When asked where he was from, he replied, "From down yonder." Despite his cryptic answers, Gordon Hughes, the owner of the Diamond H, decides to hire him as a special hand. Hughes is having problems with rustlers, as well as a boundary dispute with his neighbor Oscar Williams of the Flying W. Dane's job will be to find out who is doing the rustling and find a way to keep peace on the range until Hughes can get his beef shipped. And if he can show Williams that he's being a fool and costing them both money, so much the better.

Expert investigator Mel Davitt is brought in when the new State Bank of Milton is robbed. Just outside of town, Davitt joins up with Buck Granger, a young cowpuncher who helps him catch the bank robber known as the Crow. This is the beginning of a partnership that will apprehend rustlers and thieves.

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Roger Hartland, heir to his father's accumulated fortune, is already a young man weary of the world. He is rescued from his life in New York City by Fredericks, Hartland's English butler who had long served Roger's father. Hartland is taken by Fredericks to Silver City in the Little Rockies of Montana where he owns a large silver mine, the Yellow Jacket, the only actual business among his late father's investments. The mine is holding its own, but to show a profit it will be necessary to sink a shaft into what may be rich copper deposits. It is a speculative proposition. Hartland knows nothing about mining, but after he becomes embroiled with rival mine owners and kills a gunman by whom he is attacked, he realizes that he is going to have to learn a lot, and learn it quickly.

"Published ... in the year 2018 in co-operation with Golden West Literary Agency"--Copyright page.

"Steve Brent's cavalier attitude makes him look suspicious when lawmen are looking for rustlers and bank robbers"--