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The Homesteaders' Land of Betrayal
Emmaline Wagner's life is upended when she and her family arrive in Montana, only to find their relatives murdered. As they take over the ranch and care for the only survivor, a mysterious drifter offers help. But with bandits, corrupt sheriffs, and deadly secrets lurking, Emmaline wonders if she can trust him…
Josh Walker is haunted by his past in the lawless boomtown of Placerton. Drawn to protect the Wagners, his dark secrets and outlaw ties threaten to pull him under. As he grows closer to Emmaline, Josh must choose—change his ways or betray the only people he's ever cared for.
When Emmaline uncovers a shocking secret about her family's land, the stakes become even deadlier. With road agents prowling, a corrupt sheriff, and revenge on everyone's mind, Emmaline and Josh must fight hard against the darkness closing in. Can love survive in a land where trust is a dangerous gamble?
A Bounty Hunter's Chase
Darcy Marsh has never been one to back down from a challenge. Orphaned young and raised by the rugged Jacob Morrison, she learned to ride, shoot, and survive in the unforgiving frontier as well as any man. Life seemed full of promise when she fell in love with the mysterious Randall Blackstone. But that dream shattered the night Randall betrayed her—murdering her father and vanishing into the brutal winter with all their money.
Darcy is determined to hunt him down…
With winter closing in, vengeance burns in her heart but the town’s help fades away. Her only hope lies with Sam Moses, a hardened bounty hunter on the trail of a notorious outlaw known as James Thompson. When they discover Thompson and Randall are one and the same, they form a reluctant partnership to bring him to justice. But, Sam isn’t so sure the feisty, determined woman can handle the dangers ahead…
Can he trust her for this dangerous mission?
As they ride through the wilderness, Darcy and Sam clash at every turn—her thirst for revenge against his cold professionalism. But in a land where danger lurks behind every corner and betrayal runs deep, they’ll need each other to survive. Will they catch the man who’s torn both their lives apart, or will their troubled pasts and budding feelings be their downfall?
A Reckoning on the Oregon Trail
Running from a past he didn’t choose, Cal Brooker is forced to leave New Orleans after being falsely accused of a bloody crime. Hoping to escape the wrath of a vicious gambler who will stop at nothing to punish Cal for the death of his brother, he joins a wagon train heading to Oregon. Along the way, he is determined to survive the difficult trail, but the fear that his past is catching up to him looms large...
Will he be able to find the refuge his heart yearns for on this treacherous journey out West?
Etta Foreman is a spirited young woman with a heavy past. Much like Cal, she and her brother Daniel are seeking to shed off painful memories after their parents’ demise, while looking for a fresh start and a place to call home. When Cal and Etta cross paths, sparks fly and he begins to think of love as a possibility, without the burden of shame.
But tragedy strikes in the most unusual places...
As their arduous ride continues, a friend of Cal’s is murdered and he sorely realizes that some prices must be paid no matter how far you run. Deep into rugged terrain, he begins to wonder if the penalty for his sins lurks somewhere in the shadows just beyond the campfire... With deadly challenges lying ahead, will love prove enough to absolve past sins, paving the way to a future where they can really be together?
The Last Ride of Justiceh
After four long years fighting in the Civil War, John Hart returns to Kansas yearning for peace but finding turmoil instead. His childhood friend, Bobby Lowe, is wrongfully accused of murder and faces the gallows. Determined to save him, John steps into a chaos of lies and deceit, just as he did years ago when he took the blame for another crime to protect his friend. Ιn his dangerous mission, old feelings resurface for Bobby’s sister, Caroline. Soon, love and their need for justice reunite them to clear Bobby's name...
Will the weight of Bobby's fate suffocate him or lead him to his last brave ride?
As he battles rebel marauders on his journey, John saves an escaped slave from bounty hunters who also helps him in his quest. While the deadline for Bobby's execution looms, John, Caroline, and their new ally hatch a daring plan to save him. The stakes are high, and John finds himself in a race against time confronting the town's corruption and unravelling the truth in a city he used to call home.
With danger lurking old secrets resurface and friendship is tested…
The time that bullets will fly is near... The brave ex-soldier should now confront his deeper wounds and fight like never before. Can John prove Bobby's innocence and capture Caroline's heart, or will their shared past be another casualty of the turbulent times?
An Orphan's Search for Truth
Walter John was abandoned as a baby at St. Peter’s Orphanage in San Juan, NM, unaware of his origins. His only clue was a series of cryptic sketches sent to him over the years, culminating in a final drawing with the words “Find us” scrawled at the bottom. Determined to uncover the truth behind his identity, he embarks on a daring quest with his best friend, Max. As they follow the trail of sketches they encounter unexpected allies and dangerous foes, including traveller Stephanie Parker and a mysterious man, who claims to know the secrets of Walter’s past.
Will the truth liberate him or sink him deeper into chaos?
Their journey takes them from the orphanage’s dusty attic, where they discover a photograph of potentially Walter’s parents, to the rugged terrains of Liberty and the bustling town of Silver City. Each step unravels more secrets but also raises new, perplexing questions. As the loyal company comes closer to solving the riddle, Stephanie and Walter form a special bond, that neither can deny. Yet, the stakes are high and friends might turn into enemies…
Can they trust each other in the dangerous journey across the West?
As they piece together clues, Walter and Max face dangers and secrets. The quest on Silver City becomes the battlefield where bravery and the relentless pursuit of truth prevail. However, it seems that the final piece of the puzzle had been following them all along… Will Walter find the truth about his family, or will they stumble upon something sinister? Will the revelations lead to redemption after all?
A Soldier in a Lawless Town
Percy is a man on the run, branded a traitor for deserting his army unit. But it’s not his former comrades he’s fleeing from—it’s his own tormented past. Haunted by war’s grim memories, he’s seeking solace and a way back home. Soon, he finds a hanged sheriff and a letter to his daughter, and his journey leads him to a hidden town, shackled under the rule of an unseen, malevolent force.
Will he escape war only to be thrown into a new relentless battle for justice?
Molly Speers, the iron-willed daughter of the town’s sheriff, is no stranger to hardship. Skilled in riding and shooting, she’s thrust into a fierce battle when her father is tragically killed. The town is under the ruthless control of the Sons of the South, a group refusing to accept the Confederacy’s defeat. Their tyrannical rule masks a sinister battle that could spell doom for all. Yet her encounter with Percy brings hope to her fight and heart…
Can she trust the troubled soldier to help her?
Fate intertwines Percy and Molly’s paths, forcing them to fight for their lives and their town’s freedom. As they confront the shadows threatening their future and find allies to accompany their quest, they must also confront their inner demons. Will Percy unravel the mystery behind the Sons’ control, or will the town remain in darkness? When all hope seems lost, can Percy and Molly find redemption among murder, love, and forgiveness?
A Sheriff Against a Renegade Outlaw
In the bustling town of Fairweather, Missouri, Sheriff Evan Davis upholds justice with unwavering resolve, even as shadows of danger loom over the horizon. When Stealin’ Swede Gang runs into town the lines between law and justice blur and Evan’s pursuit of peace cracks. As the Robin Hood-esque gang leader Jann divides the town between supporters and enemies, Evan forms a perilous alliance that forms a clash between him and the area’s most powerful rancher. While trying to do his duty though, his attraction for Amelia, Jan’s cousin grows leading him deeper into chaos.
Will he manage to prove his loyalty to town against the real menace?
Meanwhile, Amelia wrestles with conflicting loyalties as she dreams of a quieter life while standing by her cousin’s side. Yet, when their latest heist brings her close to Evan’s path, sparking a dangerous game of cat and mouse where trust is a luxury none can afford. As Evan, haunted by the memory of his late wife and with suspicion clouding his judgment, he join forces with her and uncovers secrets hidden within the corridors of power in a battle that will determine the fate of Fairweather.
The game is set but only one can win…
As alliances shift and secrets unravel, Fairweather becomes a battleground for justice and survival. With the town on the brink of chaos, Evan must find the balance among love, betrayal and secrets. Only one thing is certain: not all battles are fought with bullets. Sometimes, the deadliest weapons are the ones concealed within the heart. Will Evan and Amelia resolve the deceitful schemes of the town? Will the lowfull sheriff find redemption or power and carefully covered truths get him down?
The Red Wolf of the Plains
Eight years ago, Clara’s life took a harrowing turn when tragedy struck her family after an explosion at the Granger Mill. Now she’s on a train to San Francisco, with nothing but a suitcase and a stolen train ticket. Among carriages, eluding pursuers and her haunted past, she crosses paths with Ethan, a mysterious red-haired businessman with secrets of his own. Drawn together, they form an unlikely friendship as the ride towards the frontier slowly turns into a perilous journey…
A quest for freedom that might lead Clara to confront her past and shape her destiny…
Ethan wants to finalize a lucrative business deal, but his past looms ever present. His guns may be holstered but his quick draw and sharp aim remain as danger lurks in the shadows. Pinkerton agents, vengeful adversaries, and a relentless pursuit of justice converge on the train’s path, with Ethan sticking by Clara’s side.
Soon, alliances are tested and betrayals are revealed…
From the rugged peaks of the Rockies to the dusty plains of the West, Clara and Ethan must confront their scars and secrets, forging newfound alliances to survive. Amidst the chaos of the frontier, they find solace in each other’s company, but danger follows them in every step. Will Ethan’s past awaken his wild spirit, leaving no trace of hope for a new beginning? Will Ethan and Clara manage to win over this deadly ride?
Revenge on the Wagon Train
Caleb Morgan, a relentless bounty hunter, prowls the frontier in pursuit of vengeance from the gang that his brother belonged to. His brother's death at the hands of The Hangman, fuels his rage... Tracking the gang's trail, he spies a wagon train heading to their territory and seizes the opportunity by joining it undercover. But when Caleb starts falling for the wagon master's daughter, love will clash with his quest…
Revenge neither forgives nor forgets...
As the wagon train inches closer to the gang's lair, Caleb's resolve is unyielding. Emily Thornton, who's escorting wagon trains at her father's behest, loses control in Caleb’s brave presence. While undeniable feelings grow inside her, she will soon realize that her love for Caleb comes at a price.
Can Caleb protect her during this trail of death?
As Law and order battle with crime and chaos, Caleb and Emily must work together to face the menace of the outlaws. When the scent of gunpowder hangs heavy, the final fight is ready to burst. Will Caleb be able to face his brother’s past? Can hope and love in his life fill the gap of a long-lasting will for payback?
The Road to Retribution
Jonah Maddox returns to the homestead he vowed to reclaim after his parents fell victim to the unforgiving grasp of smallpox. However, he soon discovers that the family ranch is now under the merciless control of Silas Mercer, a cruel and sadistic landowner who will not tolerate opposition. If Jonah wants his home back, he’ll have to earn it the hard way…
An undercover mission begins with Jonas getting a job at the ranch under an alias…
Annabelle Mercer, confined to a life of oppression under her tyrannical uncle Silas, yearns for freedom. When a mysterious stranger starts working on the ranch, Annabelle finds herself torn between the allure of love and the fear of betrayal. Can she trust him, or is he just another pawn in the ruthless game orchestrated by Silas and his vengeful daughter, Evelyn?
Can she gamble her freedom on this stranger?
As Jonah and Annabelle grapple with their doubts, they realize that their only chance at victory lies in joining forces. Riding through the dust-choked trails of danger, they must confront their deepest fears and embrace the love that grows in a perilous quest. Will Jonah be able to save the only thing left from his family? Can his mission for justice and retribution win over hatred and deception?
Rescuing the Kidnapped Heiress
Hazel, a young, radiant soul and heir of a wealthy rancher, suddenly finds herself at the center of a perilous deception. Despite her grandfather’s efforts to protect her, Hazel is kidnapped by the sinister Warren Flemming, a man with a dark agenda who is obsessed with marrying her. While her life is at stake, Isaac, a mysterious gunslinger with a past shrouded in shadows, becomes determined to return her safely home.
Will he manage to find her before it’s too late?
With a gleaming badge and his belongings strapped to his horse, Isaac sets off on his mission. When tense encounters appear on his way though, he will have to quickly uncover Warren’s hideout to secure Hazel’s safety, while Waren employs cunning tactics against them. With each step closer to Hazel, the thought of failing her becomes unbearable…
Evil runs deeper than anyone could have imagined…
In a race against time, Isaac needs to outwit Warren’s nefarious plans, and save Hazel before the forced marriage becomes an irreversible reality. Will true love prevail in the face of darkness and unforeseeable betrayals, or will Hazel be condemned to a life she abhors to save the only family she has left? As the line between good and evil blurs, will the courage of one gunslinger be the key to rewriting Hazel’s destiny?
Ambush in the Dusty Mines
Carson McCoy, a former Confederate soldier who's recently acquired an old silver mine, yearns for the solace of Dixie Valley's rugged landscape. Instead, he finds himself thrust into a battle for his life… Branded as a moody recluse by the townsfolk, Carson cherishes his solitude—until the arrival of Clyde Huxtable, a cunning railroad baron with plans that threaten everything Carson holds dear. In a town torn between progress and preservation, Carson will soon have to remember his ruthless past to fight against a new cunning threat.
Will the ex-soldier find the strength to fight back or is it too late for his town?
As Huxtable's ominous shadow looms over Dixie Valley, Jolene Fleming, an optimistic dreamer excited by the prospect of progress, welcomes the railroad's arrival. However, the more she uncovers about the smooth-talking baron, the more she fears he will transform her cherished hometown into a living nightmare. With time slipping away, Jolene must forge an unlikely alliance with Carson to thwart Huxtable's insidious plans…
Can they unravel the web of deception spun by Clyde Huxtable?
As the stakes escalate, Carson and Jolene journey through the wild, discovering that courage, trust, and the bonds of community are the only weapons against the encroaching darkness. In their quest through dark trials and deceitful schemes to find redemption, they will discover that their hometown is the indomitable spirit that binds them together. Will they find a way to outsmart Huxtable and save their town, or is Dixie Valley destined to fall victim to his tyranny?
A Detective’s Bloody Pursuit
In the town of Redwood Ridge, Marlowe Malone, a former Secret Service agent with a penchant for trouble, awaits the return of his long-lost fiancée, Amanda. Sporting an audacious emerald green suit made by the town’s eccentric tailor, he goes to welcome Amanda. However, his grand plans are derailed when her train arrives along with a shocking scene; a murder, a kidnapping, and a town teetering on the edge of mayhem. Marlowe will soon discover that his haunting past is part of this web of deceit…
Will he uncover the bloody secrets that lie beneath Redwood Ridge?
As Marlowe grapples with the chaos, he crosses paths with Cassidy McAllister, a fiery rancher’s daughter armed with a sharp tongue and a quicker draw. The lines between love and loyalty become blurry as Marlowe, accompanied by his wry ex-Pinkerton partner, dives headfirst into a mystery threatening to engulf not just his personal life, but the entire town…
Will Cassidy hold the key to solving the mysteries that shroud the town in darkness?
From rowdy saloon brawls to high-stakes kidnappings, Marlowe and his allies unravel a tapestry of intrigue and betrayal in the untamed heart of the Wild West. As he dons his detective hat in time to unveil the sinister plot looming over the town, a ruthless gang and a man with a hidden agenda appear in his way. Will he mend his shattered heart amidst the chase for justice? Can the detective in the green suit finally seek peace and redemption in the midst of bullets and vengeance?
A Brave Outlaw's Burden
In the post-Civil War West, peace is an elusive luxury. Aaron, a former Confederate marauder, and his daughter seek solace on a remote Texan farm surrounded by the wild, unforgiving lands. But Aaron's attempt to escape his violent past is disrupted by mysterious disappearances and recurring damages on his fence. It slowly becomes clear that the past, ruthless and unyielding, has found its way back to haunt him.
Will Aaron be ready to confront his demons when the time comes?
With a constant sense of being watched, Aaron realizes that the bandits from his troubled history have tracked him down and they will not leave his family alone. At least, not until they finally get what Aaron has been desperately trying to keep buried. Just when things take a turn for the worse, a man from his old lawless days appears with a deal…
Aaron will need to muster the courage to protect those he holds dear…
In the vast expanse of Texas, secrets are buried deeper than the gold in hidden mines and a family's fate hangs by a thread… Aaron's journey to protect his loved ones will soon take him down a treacherous path that could cost him everything. Will he be the man he once was to claim what he fought for? Or can he rise above his dark past to secure a peaceful future?
Gunsmoke and Redemption
In the heart of the rugged Colorado frontier, Jacob's violent past haunts him like a relentless storm. Scarred by memories of the war, he seeks solace in the tranquillity of his peaceful town until tragedy strikes, shattering every sense of security. A gunshot wound, a grizzly bear attack, and a suspicious death bring turmoil to this once-serene settlement. By the side of his ally, Molly, he will try to uncover the mystery behind his closest friend’s death, as his world turns again into a nightmare.
He needs to bring justice for his friend…
With danger threatening the locals' peaceful existence, Emily, the daughter of Jacob’s late friend, unveils a shocking revelation—a sinister secret that could cost them their lives. As Jacob confronts his darkest fears to protect those he holds dear, Molly stumbles upon a perplexing conversation that raises their awareness about the deadliest betrayal of all. Soon, everyone’s lives will be at risk…
Will peace find its way back to this gloomy old town before it's too late?
Jacob and Molly soon find themselves navigating treacherous paths of deception, revenge, and unexpected alliances. In this battle, only gunfire and blood will have the last call… Can Jacob and Molly’s love and stand against the looming threat? In a town where trust is scarce, the question remains: Who can they truly rely on when the West reveals its untamed and unforgiving heart?
Under the Gunslinger's Watchful Eye
In the dusty heart of Pine Bluff, the former soldier and mighty gunslinger Will Thompson comes home to lawlessness. On his first night back, he confronts the ruthless cattle baron John Mitchell, whose control over the ranchers and townsfolk is as ironclad as his will. An altercation erupts and destinies collide... Determined to fight the tyrant, he joins forces with the local ranchers and finds an unexpected ally in Mitchell's defiant daughter.
Can Will navigate the rebellion when his most trusted ally is his enemy's own daughter?
Haunted by the ghosts of war, Will grapples with his own demons as he becomes entangled in the schemes of rival ranchers and enigmatic friendships. With the town's fate hanging in the balance, secrets emerge and a brutal truth comes to light... one that could change the town's fate forever.
Will finds himself torn between his desire for peace and the call of justice...
As he dives deeper into the conflict, whispers of hidden agendas and dark plots begin to surface. But in a town where loyalty is a rare commodity and danger lurks around every corner, can Will unravel the mysteries in time? Surrounded by dust and gunfire, can his courage and alliances be enough to bring justice and save the town?
A Wild Chase in Arizona
The aging rancher John Sullivan is thrown into turmoil when his daughter, Emily, is abducted, and a chilling ransom note appears on his ranch. Determined to save her, he embarks on a desperate quest while everything is against him. With each passing day and cryptic message, John will face his family’s doubts and his own ghosts. As time is running out, John must take the reins and confront the truth that the town’s lawmen are useless…
Will he be able to fight this ordeal alone?
Meanwhile, Sam Chambers, a renowned gunslinger, hears of John's plight and offers his expertise. Suspecting the involvement of a dangerous local gang, Sam knows the stakes are higher than John realizes. As their journey through the treacherous Arizona terrain tests their mettle, pitting them against the gang's henchmen, scorching heat, and unforeseen dangers, a strong friendship grows between them. Yet, their alliance may prove futile when the true face of betrayal emerges among their companions…
In the deadly land of Arizona, where danger lurks at every turn, will even the bravest of men falter?
In a heart-pounding adventure, John and Sam's determination to bring Emily home propels them to the brink of life and death. With relentless outlaws, the unforgiving Arizona sun, and gunfights, their journey throws them into a bloody tale of survival and deceit. Can John fight against the true face of the wilderness? Will John and Sam rescue Emily, or will they be forced to make unimaginable sacrifices?
A Gambler’s Final Gunshot
Wyatt Cross, a man who once had it all, finds himself consumed by darkness after the horrific death of his wife and children. With vengeance burning in his veins, he returns to the treacherous world of poker… determined to uncover the truth behind their brutal fate. Playing the cards with a skill honed by pain, Wyatt becomes entangled in accusations of cheating, itching for a fight that may reveal his enemies…
With no room for sore losers, will his dangerous quest lead him closer to the elusive killer?
As Wyatt’s quest intensifies, a mysterious figure named Earnest emerges, recognizing his extraordinary card-playing abilities. Earnest makes an enticing proposition: an invitation to a high-stakes poker tournament hosted by an enigmatic man with the answers to Wyatt’s deepest secrets. Fueled by an unwavering determination, Wyatt accepts the invitation, determined to confront the hidden enemy responsible for the worst day of his life. With time running out, Wyatt’s path intertwines with that of an unlikely ally, and together, they will embark on a perilous journey…
Will he manage to face the truth behind the most revealing poker game of his life?
Every move counts as Wyatt fights for justice, unwilling to back down until the truth is unveiled. The high-stakes game of life and death will either leave him victorious or on the cusp of another tragedy. Will he expose the murderer responsible for his family’s demise, or will he pay the ultimate price, forever lost in the chaos of an unsolved mystery?
When Greed Takes Over
Butch had always dreamed of a quiet life, far from the dusty plains and violent skirmishes of his bounty-hunting days. Yet, life in Montana has other plans when a chance encounter at a saloon entangles him in a treacherous web of deceit and danger. After a bar brawl that leaves him facing the barrel of a gun, Butch meets a local businessman, who unwittingly thrusts him into a blood-soaked turf war. After accepting the stranger’s proposal to watch over his ranch, lingering unease persists as rustlers target the livestock. Would accepting this job prove to be his most fatal mistake?
The town’s escalating tensions ignited a bitter feud, plunging the community into turmoil…
In a twist of fate, Butch crosses paths with a spirited young woman whose heart he desires but can never truly possess. She challenges him in unexpected ways, and together they navigate a brutal frontier where lives are sacrificed, and loyalties are tested. As the stakes rise, Butch finds himself in a race against time to right the wrongs that have befallen those around him. Only time will unveil the outcome as the sun sets on a world of lawlessness and the shadows grow darker around him.
Will Butch emerge as the hero of Montana’s heartland, or will the shadows of the past consume him and the town he’s come to call home?
Butch and his beloved must tread treacherous terrain and confront a merciless adversary as well as their own haunting pasts. Against the silver-tongued sheriff, and a torn town, they will discover that the odds are stacked against them. Will they manage to restore balance and peace in town, or will they pay their involvement with the ultimate price?
Shiny Bullets in the Wild West
In the sleepy town of Bellevue, danger lurks on every corner. Miles McCallum, the most trusted and efficient Pinkerton detective, is hired to kill the owner of a theater. Going undercover as an actor, Miles gets closer to the troupe, but realizes he may not be able to carry out his mission. After unexpectedly falling for the beautiful daughter of his mark, Audrey, he will find himself torn between duty and love.
Will he be able to carry out this perilous quest?
As Miles navigates his way through the treacherous world of theater and espionage, he must grapple with his newfound feelings for Audrey while risking becoming a target himself. His mission may jeopardize the lives of innocent people, and as the troupe prepares for a new play, secrets will be exposed… With a terrible storm coming and an unknown assassin on Miles's tail, the troupe must work together to survive and perform the play.
Can the truth ultimately be Miles’ downfall?
With violence and cunning plans at every turn, Miles must choose between his loyalty to the Pinkerton agency and his newfound desire for a new life. But as the stakes rise and the danger intensifies, Miles realizes that the only way out may be to fight his way to freedom. Will he choose to escape the agency’s grasp and finally find redemption? Or will he be forever trapped in a life of violence and regret?
The Call of a Bloody Past
Oscar Bennet's innocent childhood was brutally sunk into chaos when he witnessed his home burning to the ground and his family's murder by unknown assailants. Ever since, he left Red River for good, wandering into the wilderness with a newfound fellow. Yet, fate strikes again when he learns that someone wants to buy his land. Determined to see his birthplace one last time, he will come across people and secrets that need to be revealed.
The wild call of the past has its roots in a bloody conflict...
For eight years, Lisa Lourdes has remained unmarried and never forgot the young man she'd held a candle for as a young girl. When Oscar unexpectedly appears in her general store, she is taken by complete surprise. After finding out he plans to sell his family land, memories of old times start to fill her heart, along with suspicions of what really happened the day Oscar lost everything.
Will Lisa find a way to help Oscar fight against the ghosts of the past?
Deception and corruption quickly rear their ugly heads when Oscar discovers that six acres of land currently occupied by a nearby Comanche tribe is attached to his land. As he and Lisa investigate how the land came into his possession, Oscar will find out the ulterior motives of the potential buyer. Will he be able to protect the Indian tribe and take revenge? Will Oscar finally find peace in the face of a bloody past, as well as a new family?
A Western Town Divided
After leaving his troubled past behind, Caleb Crane heads to the uncanny desert town of Gutter Gulch to join the gold rush. Soon he realizes that this town has its own unwritten rules, and is run by the bloodthirsty Melvin Van Horn and his men. With Caleb in the line of fire as the assassin who threatens Melvin’s life, a relentless hunt against him and the pretty lone woman who has taken him in begins. In a town where nobody can be trusted, Caleb is tangled in a killing spiral with no end…
He must find the answers, but at what price?
Abigail Trent lives alone under the shadows of Gutter Gulch after Melvin murdered her father. The rumor that a mysterious assassin is coming to kill Melvin turned him even madder and he enlisted the entire town to stop that, offering rewards or terrible punishments. Since nobody dares to challenge him, the honorable Caleb volunteers to stand beside Abigail and fight at any cost.
When love knocks on her doorstep, will she be able to bear the chance of another loss?
As Caleb and Abigail try to face pure evil, Melvin’s tyranny seems to prevail, threatening their lives. But Caleb is not the assassin, and that leaves a deadly wildcard that might turn things around for either side of this bloody battle. Will Abigail and Caleb survive this ruthless war, or will they end up in a shallow grave?
The Soldier and the Bandit
After the civil war, former soldier Xavier is doing the best he can on his late parents’ hog farm but he is faced with poverty and debt. On a stormy day though, he witnesses the holdup of a stagecoach that challenges his moral code. Xavier decides to save a wounded bandit and take care of him before handing him over to the authorities. When the outlaw regains his senses, he proposes that they go after the thieves together for the bounty, as payback for their betrayal. Torn between principle and his need for a better life with the woman he loves, Xavier takes the most fatal decision of his life.
Can a former soldier and a bandit find their common way to justice?
Since the war ended, Albert has been living a life of crime. Unable to escape the memories from war that haunt him, he follows the outlaws’ path with his gang, under one unbreakable rule; no one gets hurt. When his gang starts bending this rule, Albert is ready to leave, but the day he gets shot in the back turns his old partners into his sworn enemies. As his quest with Xavier begins, Albert will have to confront his own transgressive self, apart from his own vendetta.
Will he also pay the price for his own crimes, or will he take the chance to run?
On a mad chase through Kansas, Xavier and Albert realize they were both once soldiers, and their ghosts of the war walk alongside them, haunting their steps. As their relationship turns from that of captor and criminal to a respectful bond, they understand that the mission is no child’s play. Will Xavier and Albert capture the gang, or will their friendship and lives sink in blood and corruption?
The Bounty Hunter's Return
Robert has long given up his bounty hunter career to make a peaceful living by his sons' side. Yet one night, a bleeding gunslinger appears at his doorstep begging Robert to help him find the gang that abducted a rich widow for ransom. After his sons urge him to save the poor woman, Robert must return to his outlaw roots and do what he knows best.
Will he keep his promise to return home safely?
Sheriff Quinn has always sat on the wrong side of the law. His efforts to keep his corrupted businesses hidden will soon fail after his trusted gang kidnaps a rich widow. Robert knows that Quin is not a man of trust and Quin knows that the bounty hunter's return to look for the victim could forever destroy his name and send him straight to the hangman's noose. But the game is not over yet...
How far can a dangerous man go to achieve his greedy goal?
As Robert and the young gunslinger search through California to find Olivia, Robert realizes how their quest brings them closer to their real needs. While their mission leads to a violent chacing in dark mines, a personal vendetta will awaken Robert's past ghosts. Can he stop the Sheriff before it is too late, or will this quest be his swan song as the man who chased justice?
A Gunslinger's Bloody Mission
Buck Blackman is an infamous gunslinger with a questionable reputation. In an effort to leave his traumatic past behind and ease his conscience, he saves Pawnee Jones from getting hanged after a gambling game. With Pawnee by his side though, he soon finds himself caught in a bloody mission, where he will have to face the menace of the mad Charley O'Leary, son of an Irish gang lord. When he meets a family fleeting O'Leary, Buck falls in love with their daughter, April, and promises to protect them along their way on the Oregon Trail.
A perilous quest begins...
Helping the McCain family proves more dangerous than any duel Buck has survived. Buck and Pawnee soon intertwine in constant shoot-outs with O'Leary's Pinkerton Agents, hired to capture April and drag her back to Chicago. As the journey across the Oregon Trail slowly reveals its many dangers, Buck's love for April grows and the group gets to know some unlikely allies that prove to be an important asset to their mission.
Will they survive the harsh trail?
Buck keeps trying to protect the wagons while fighting off Indians and bandits' attacks with Pawnee. The more they cross mountains and deserts to reach the lush valleys in the Oregon Territories, the more they feel O'Leary's threatening presence approaching. Will he succeed in capturing April? Will Buck's ride on the wagon train be the thing that finally redeems him?
Haunted by a Will for Payback
Blake Oakley has made an unbreakable vow; one day he will find James Calhoun, the obsessive man who killed his wife and make him pay. Yet, his plan will risk losing the most important thing in his life, his daughter, Sunny. Determined to secure a safe and loving life for her, Blake agrees to take a mail-order bride, Melissa, who turns out to be the mother Sunny always deserved. As Blake starts to fall in love with his new wife, will he hold onto his goal of vengeance, or chose a future next to a new family?
His unstoppable thirst for revenge might never stop lingering inside him...
Melissa has always wanted a family of her own and she is ready to devote herself to Blake and Sunny. What she never expected was how quickly she would love them. But as soon as Colhoun catches sight of them, Melissa's dream will be at stake. Though she aims to make Blake see her the way she does him, she quickly realizes how his secrets and fears haunt him more and more every day.
Will Melissa cure Blake's soul or will she be drawn into his dark purpose?
As Blake and Melissa grow closer in their marriage, Blake's attempts to distance himself fail and love conquers them both. However, his relentless need for revenge has already predestinated his path. When Melissa and Sunny are truly like mother and daughter, Blake will be prepared to follow his bloody quest. Calhoun's approaching Blake's family and they both know that their last fight is about to start. Can Blake keep his family safe and have his revenge? Will he finally find redemption by the side of his beloved ones or will he be forever lost in an unforgiving past?
Vengeance at Great Cost
Donovan Bradley has been a bounty hunter for half his life but now his only purpose is to avenge his father's death. In his quest to find the killer, he comes across a young woman named Ygritte and her father, plagued by a mysterious band of marauders. When Ygritte is attacked, Donovan decides to dedicate himself to resolving the conflict and freeing the family. However, when a romance develops between him and Ygritte, her father will reveal other secret plans... As Donovan will try to discover the truth, all hell will break loose.
If only Donovan knew that he might pay the ultimate price for his craving for revenge...
Ygritte Gordon lives a lonely life with her overprotective and stern father on an isolated farm in the Dakota Territory. While she is desperate to leave this life behind, Donovan enters their world and she's immediately taken by his wild charm. As feelings grow between them, Ygritte will quickly become caught in the escalating tension between the two men she loves the most.
A well-kept secret is about to be revealed...
While Donovan and Ygritte are trying to overcome the gathering storm of revenge and aggression around them, they will both come face to face with a different side of their fathers' past. Haunted by his ghosts and hatred, will Donovan manage to find a resolution while battling the uneven fight with the truth that shakes his world? Will Ygritte and Donovan's love win over vengeance?
Infiltrating a Vicious Gang
A righteous marshal like Silvester Watson knows that duty means; chasing the crime and not just fighting it. But when he returns to his town from a trip, he finds out that a vicious heist gang has made its way in. To combat this unknown force, the town’s sheriff believes there is only one way; Silvester must go undercover. Upon infiltrating the ruthless gang by the name Silas, he soon realizes that justice can be blind, as things are not always as they seem.
The lines between a criminal and a victim are vague…
As Silvester gains the trust of the merciless gang chief, hir criminal alter ego draws him deeper into danger. When he falls for the brave Ardella, the leader’s sister, their forbidden love threatens to destroy his mission. Gaining a woman and a loyal friend among the gang, Silvester’s new life will seem to be closer to chaos every day. With the odds against him, the day that his true identity will fatefully be revealed is coming and it seems that time is running out.
Will Silvester’s integrity be completely consumed by Sila’s vices?
Trapped in the stormy Arkansas winter, Silvester is trying to discover the gang’s plans in their dark mountain den. As he tries to do the impossible and change the world by punishing the lawbreakers, will he be able to get out alive? While the gang prepares a new bloody heist, how far will he go to lock away the criminals he seeks, and how far to save the ones who deserve it?
Trapped in a Perilous Deception
Audrey Madden, the wealthy heiress of her father's successful ranch, has life going her way. With the eyes of the most handsome man in the town on her, everything seems perfect, until the night a mysterious intruder knocks her unconscious. Audrey wakes up in the wilderness realizing she has been kidnapped and left for dead. Panicked and alone, she knows she must survive and find her way back home.
Will she manage to stay alive to learn the truth of what happened to her, and at what cost?
After a long sleepless night, Audrey comes across a man chasing a woman thief named Ferne, who soon becomes her loyal ally in the wild. After Ferne saves Audrey's life, their unexpected quest in the endless desert awakens their need for redemption. Ferne swears to help Audrey find what really happened to her that night, and Audrey comes one step closer to her revenge.
A vicious deceit behind her back...
As they both traverse the perilous paths of the wilderness, danger lurks in every corner. They say the wild west is no place for a woman, but maybe Audrey and Ferne will prove everyone wrong. As Audrey's return to her beloved ones approaches, will she still be finally safe, or will something even more wicked be waiting for her back home? Will she find the strength to face reality and fight against a long-lasting menace?
A Neverending Race for Glory
The War Between the States has made Elijah Hastings grow up orphaned. While life after the war wasn't easy, Elijah managed to live hand to mouth and still has courage to stay on the right side of the law. Nevertheless, his allegiance to the law is challenged when he stumbles upon a dying man clutching a bag of money. The man insists that he take the banknotes, but Elijah knows better than to keep the ill-gotten gains.
Even though he tries to do the right thing, the money proves to be a burden and leaves him with two men hunting him down...
Naomi Woodard is a laundress and the daughter of the city marshal. Her father is a good man with a noble heart, but he's outmatched in a town that doesn't respect him. When a handsome young man arrives in Great Falls with a story about roadside robberies and murder, Naomi's father will do everything in his power to put things right again.
Choosing the right side of the law takes strength and courage...
Will doing the right thing lead Elijah into more trouble? Or will the city marshal stop the troublemakers and the corruption before more people end up dead over money? In this unforgiving and cruel world, only the strongest will survive...
When Honor Prevails
Spending his days working alongside his father and friends at a big ranch in the New Mexico heat, Jaime was a happy man. The waters of his quiet life are stirred though when a friend of his is let go by the ranch owner. This disruption will take a wild turn when a brutal killing occurs and shakes Jaime's world to its very core. After Jaime's father is falsely accused of this killing, Jaime has no choice but to clear his name.
How far will he go to prove his father's innocence and what price will he have to pay?
Alison never had much joy in her life. She is stuck in a dead-end town, looking after her brother who grows more and more distant each day. After he loses his job, things start to boil over, and Alison sees a new side of her brother emerging, one that scares her... When her brother flees town, she's convinced that he has some hand in the horrible crime for which Jaime's father is being accused.
Can she ever carve out her own life when the actions of her brother seem to draw her further into his?
Alison and Jaime need to work together if they are to find answers and discover the truth. Venturing into Mexico and back, this unlikely pair will face a dangerous gang, a town in need, and a man whose dark side threatens to suck them both under. Do they have any chance of succeeding on this high-stakes mission for redemption and honor?
The Outlaw Clears His Name
Wil Coffey is serving a life sentence for a murder he didn't commit. When his wife believes she has discovered the man who framed him, she sets out to prove it. To prevent her from making a deadly mistake, Wil escapes prison. In his journey to freedom, he will face more twists and turns than he could have ever imagined, pushing every instinct to the limit... and beyond.
Will he escape a vicious manhunt, or will the past finally catch up to him and consume him, along with everything he ever loved?
Martha Coffey is certain of her husband's innocence. But she has a child to look after, and sinister forces are closing in all around her. She has one final chance to reunite her family, but the price could be everything she holds dear.
Will she be tough enough to survive the trials ahead, or will she and her daughter be sacrificed to a corrupt penal system?
A life-changing adventure awaits Wil and Martha together, and they will be tested at every turn... Is their love strong enough to withstand the danger, or will they succumb to a barrage of bullets that are coming for them?
Clay, Haines, and Jess are closer to the truth than ever before. Will they live to reach the murderer’s hideout? Can they survive amidst the rampage? Ride along and find out the answers, but hold onto your hats! This is a wild ride...
They Came for Revenge
After serving in the Civil War, Ben Jackson moves to Kansas and hopes to make a new start as the local Deputy Sheriff. He wants nothing more than a quiet, peaceful life in a small town when barely anything ever happens, and hopefully, to meet a fine woman and build a family on his own. Yet reality will prove to be completely different from what he had in mind. Ben will need to navigate the power dynamics and the town’s unwritten laws if he is to make it in this uncharted territory.
Unbeknownst to him, Jack has walked into another war, one just as dangerous as the last one...
Jackknife Bellows is the most powerful man in the county and he has ruled his ranch and the county as a king, or more like a dictator. There are rumors of several unmarked graves on Bellows’ land, filled with men Jackknife has killed, and numerous crimes with his name written all over. Yet it seems that nobody can touch him. When Bellows’ son is severely injured by an unidentified man, his father swears revenge.
Before long the county is perched precariously near a Civil War of its own...
The dark shadow that has been lying over the land will violently turn into a riveting saga of retribution, duty, and valor - and Ben finds himself in the middle of it all... With bullets flying and blood spreading all over Kansas, will his fast gun and determination help him survive the second biggest challenge of his life?
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