Leslie Ernenwein, a Spur award-winning author, made significant contributions to the western genre with over 25 novels and more than 130 short stories. His prolific writing career also included a role as a feature writer for the Tucson Daily Citizen, showcasing his versatility and dedication to storytelling in the American West.
Set in the harsh and unforgiving Apache Basin, the story follows Jim Modeen, a man driven by a renegade spirit and a deep understanding of wilderness peril. In a land dominated by a ruthless figure who enforces his will through violence, Modeen confronts both his enemies and the ghosts of those who have fallen before him. This tale of courage and survival explores themes of bravery, conflict, and the stark realities of life in a lawless territory.