Pinnacle Books sent me a copy of this book for review (thank you). It has been published, so check with your local bookstore for a copy.
As always, there are good men and there are bad men, but you don't usually find so many in one town. They steal a rancher's money from his cattle sale and accuse him of murdering the deputy who was part of theft. Saying it was self-defense doesn't hold any water with the sheriff or the judge. They brand a young woman as a prostitute even though she isn't one and run her out of town. And they are just getting started.
The story reminds me a bit of Breakheart Pass. In this case, one of the prisoners on the train is waiting for his gang to rescue him. They start by firing a shot and bringing an avalanche down on the train. The gang holes up in the dining car, won't share the food, and wants to have the "prostitute" for entertainment. It's a no win situation for those on the train, but they attempt to survive until someone can retrieve them.
This is a rough and tough western, just like life was back in that era. It sounds authentic and I enjoyed the read. A good western once in a while is a nice treat.
Happy reading.
