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In Lou Prophet’s lawless West, justice comes from the barrel of a gun—his gun. Peter Brandvold’s acclaimed two-fisted Westerns tell of the bloody days (and thrilling nights) of the bounty hunter called Prophet, and the dangerous woman he dared to love. . . . BLOOD AT SUNDOWN Lou Prophet and the deadly Louisa Bonaventure have torn a bloody swath across Dakota territory in search of the Griff Hatchley gang. When they finally catch up to them, an epic blizzard threatens to turn the Dakota prairie into a frozen hell. To bag their prey before the storm hits, Prophet and Louisa split up—and take separate paths towards damnation. DEATH IN THE SNOW Prophet’s course takes him into a town packed to the gills with the deadliest outlaws that roamed the frontier, while Louisa gets caught in Sundown, a one-horse town where a hatchet-wielding maniac threatens to paint Main Street red. When spring’s thaw comes, they’ll find a city of corpses beneath the snow. And nobody gives a damn about the law . . . “Here’s a writer with the hot, fast violence of the early Mickey Spillane and the guts to write what he wants.” —Tom McNulty, Dispatches From the Last Outlaw

A group of settlers faces overwhelming despair as they navigate the harsh realities of their new environment. Struggling against adversity, they must confront both external challenges and their internal conflicts. As they forge connections and confront their fears, themes of resilience, community, and the search for hope emerge. Their journey reflects the human spirit's capacity to endure and adapt in the face of seemingly insurmountable obstacles.

Of all the legends of the Old West, few are as stained with ink, blood, and bullets as the violent days of bounty hunter Lou Prophet. But what happens when the hunter becomes the hunted? Heaven knows there’ll be hell to pay . . . THE DEVIL RIDES AGAIN After a hard night with his sometime lover Louisa Bonaventure—“the Vengeance Queen”—Lou Prophet decides to cool his heels at a local honky tonk. Things heat up fast when he defends one of the girls from a sadistic brute who also happens to be the deputy sheriff. And now Prophet is running for his life . . . WITH A BOUNTY ON HIS HEAD Heading south of the border to Mexico, Prophet isn’t the only man marked for death. The young red-headed pistolero Colter Farrow has made an awful lot of enemies, too—and now practically every bounter hunter south of the Rio Grande is gunning for blood. For money. For fun. And, now, for Lou Prophet . . . “Here’s a writer with hot, fast violence and the guts to write what he wants.” —Tom McNulty, Dispatches from the Last Outlaw

"Acclaimed author of Bear Haskell: U.S. Deputy Marshal"--Cover.

Cuno Massey, facing a death sentence for killing deputy U.S. Marshals in defense of women, finds an unexpected ally in the stunning Camilla, who leads a ruthless gang. Their daring escape from federal prison sets the stage for a thrilling journey toward the Mexican border. As they navigate danger and deception, themes of loyalty and survival emerge in this gripping tale of justice and revenge.

The story follows Gideon Hawk, a former deputy marshal turned Rogue Lawman, who enforces his own brand of justice across the West. Known for his ruthless approach to dealing with criminals, Hawk finds himself in a precarious position when the very governors who once sought his death now plead for his assistance. As violence escalates in the Southwest, Hawk must navigate the complexities of his past and the demands of those who once hunted him, setting the stage for a gripping tale of redemption and survival.

Lou Prophet loves to keep beautiful women company. But when the invitation comes from Miss Louisa Bonaventure, the Vengeance Queen, he finds himself intimate with hot lead instead of her warm female form. Louisa's got him riding the brutal Mexican frontier chasing outlaws led by Tony Lazzaro, a notorious thief whose deadly weapon, Sugar Delphi, is a blind and blood-hungry pistolera. Lou and Louisa hunt for Lazzaro with two gangs hot on their tail. Other titles in this series available while supplies last: Helldorado; The Devil's Winchester.

Lou Prophet, Bounty HunterHe may be a Confederate turned-bounty-hunter with a predilection for trouble, but Lou Prophet knows you never overstay your welcome in a town that wants you dead. Now, because a young fool with a lousy poker hand couldn't hold his temper, Prophet has a bloodthirsty posse aiming to pump him full of lead for murdering the son of prominent cattleman Gerard Loomis.

The book explores a captivating narrative set against a backdrop of rich historical context, intertwining themes of love, loss, and resilience. It delves into the lives of compelling characters who navigate personal challenges and societal pressures, revealing their growth and transformation throughout the story. With a blend of emotional depth and engaging plot twists, it invites readers to reflect on the complexities of human relationships and the enduring power of hope.

In this gripping western, a retired gunslinger is drawn back into action, facing old enemies and new challenges. The story explores themes of redemption and the struggle between past and present, as the protagonist must navigate a dangerous landscape filled with conflict and intrigue. Ralph Compton's storytelling captures the essence of the Wild West, combining action and character development in a compelling narrative that keeps readers engaged.