Patrick Dearen Bücher

Patrick Dearen ist ein gefeierter Autor, der tief in die Geschichte und Kultur West-Texans eintaucht, insbesondere in das Leben an der Grenze und die Geschichten der Flüsse Pecos und Devils. Durch seine vierzehn Romane und zehn Sachbücher erweckt er authentische Cowboy-Erlebnisse zum Leben und erforscht die komplexen Beziehungen zwischen Menschen und dem Land. Sein Schreiben zeichnet sich durch sorgfältige Recherche und eine Leidenschaft für die Bewahrung schwindender Traditionen und Erzählungen aus.

Haunted Border
221 Seiten
8 Lesestunden
2022 WINNER, ELMER KELTON AWARD, West Texas Historical Association"In 1870, Jake Graves faced a choice: let Comanches carry off his sister, or shoot her. Unwilling to fire, he has been tortured for decades by the brutal end that he could have spared her. The incident bred in him a hatred for Indians that persists to this day in 1917 on an isolated ranch on the Texas-Mexico border. Now Jake learns that his daughter Dru wants to marry Apache foreman Nub DeJarnett. Even before Jake can process the news, Mexican bandits kidnap Dru and her cousin Ruthie. The bandit leader may be a tlehuelpuchi, a shape-shifting agent of evil who needs the women's blood to survive. Through a mysterious desert, Jake and Nub must give chase in this novel based on actual events"--
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The End of Nowhere
228 Seiten
8 Lesestunden
Recognized as a finalist for prestigious awards, this book delves into themes of conflict and resolution within a western setting. It showcases compelling characters navigating the complexities of their environment, emphasizing the struggle for peace and understanding. The narrative intertwines historical context with rich storytelling, making it a significant contribution to the genre. Its accolades highlight the quality and impact of the work in contemporary western fiction.

Haunted Border

The End of Nowhere