I haven't managed to get to the library for a few weeks, so I'm ready to pick up any unread book in sheer desperation. Sure sign of a book addict. I was pleasantly surprised at the good writing and character evocation in this formulaic book, yes its a Western, but there were real human characters in it, and the action while predictable, chugged along nicely without any special effects. I don't think I would go out and find another Louis Lamour book to read - but at least I didn't throw it away in disgust!
Borden Chantry is the sheriff of a town when there is a spate of murders, and a couple of attempts on himself..so, you have cattle, mining, horses, and so on..all predictable but well written and believable.