Emigrant Trail: A Classic Western Series

by B.N. Rundell

Bestselling author B.N. Rundell continues the action in book six of his western classic series, following Elijah McCain on a search for his missing sons…Former Union Colonel Elijah McCain wants nothing more than to bring his stepsons home just as he promised their mother on her deathbed. But it turns out finding rebellious young, Union Army deserters is harder than McCain imagined. After chasing the boys across the Wild West and losing them to a clipper ship, he soon discovers that they escaped to Monterey, California.In an attempt to catch up with his sons before they disappear again, McCain joins up with a band of ranchos that are moving hundreds of horses north for General Sheridan and Colonel Custer. If he plays his cards right, a reward large enough to get him and his sons home will be at the ready. He only has to survive thirteen hundred miles of wilderness, as well as restless and violent natives who are looking to run everyone from their lands.Imminent danger has never scared McCain from his mission, and he won’t let the potential of losing his scalp deter him this time.With the end of his mission in sight, McCain is willing to do whatever it takes to keep his promise and bring his stepsons home safe, come hell or high water. Prepare to be engrossed by this western adventure—full of loyalty, wit, and overcoming the impossible.

252 pages, Kindle Edition

Published October 24, 2023

About the author

Born and raised in Colorado into a family of ranchers and cowboys, B.N. Rundell is the youngest of seven sons. Juggling bull riding, skiing, and high school, graduation was a launching pad for a hitch in the Army Paratroopers.  After the army, he finished his college education in Springfield, MO, and together with his wife and growing family, entered the ministry as a Baptist preacher.
Together, B.N. and Dawn raised four girls that are now married and have made them proud grandparents. With many years as a successful pastor and educator, he retired from the ministry and followed in the footsteps of his entrepreneurial father and started a successful insurance agency, which is now in the hands of his trusted nephew. He has also been a successful audiobook narrator and has recorded many books for several award-winning authors. Now finally realizing his life-long dream, B.N. has turned his efforts to writing a variety of books, from children’s picture books and young adult adventure books, to the historical fiction and western genres which are his first love.

Reviews

[FredM2 · Rating 5 out of 5]

Eli has been looking for his two sons for a long time. Just when he gets close they are gone again. In this book he finally catches up with them. It is full of exciting encounters prior to finding them and the adventures continue after he finds them. The book is full of action and suspense and keeps your interest. It is hard to put down. It ends on a good note with indications that there is more to come. I can't wait to see what is next.

[Robyn Baker · Rating 5 out of 5]

Best Western series

I love the way you write. The style and character development. The series was brilliant. I do so hope you continue by following Eli with Charlie Two Toes, it would be great if Jeremy and Matti were there too. It would be great if he scouted for the Buffalo Soldiers.

[Kathleen Cook · Rating 5 out of 5]

An Outstanding Series

I am extremely glad I found this series. This author doesn’t go crazy but weaves a fine story with land marks and places I recognize. I like the homey comments, that would probably age me if I mentioned all of them, followed up by a spiritual enlightenment.
Thanks, B. N. Rundell for sharing your imagination.

[Michael T. Spilker · Rating 4 out of 5]

Emigrant Trail

This was a good story, but I thought it was the least exciting of the series so far. I would definitely recommend it to be read just as well as the others. Not taking away from the series, I just liked it the least so far. Looking forward to the next book of the series.

Keep Reading All!!!!!

[Jim Buchanan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Success...

The tenacity of Eli McCain produces good results. The reunion with his stepsons, Joshua and Jubal presents a great opportunity for the boys to have a rewarding life. As for Eli, adventure awaits as he misses the mountains of the west. A good read with lots of adventure along with history and geography to make things interesting.

[LUAYNE · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent

Finally Eli has found his wayward sons. Father and sons along with a dozen men, a cook, and his wife, make a harrowing journey from California to Kansas. I do hope we learn more of Eli. I have truly enjoyed his character and his faith in the Lord.

[Joseph Sheffield · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great Series

I expected a great Series from B.N.Rundell and I got it and more. Eli spent many pages searching for his stepsons. and when he found the , the action really began. Good work as usual Mr. Rundell. You keep; writing and I'll keep reading.

[Frank G. Lea · Rating 5 out of 5]

Western travelog

What a fine trip taking 1,000 horses 2000 miles with the author is crabbing each mile in detail It's a travel adventure log. Packed action I round it impossible to put down.

[Charles Horne · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great

Love how god is always included in your writing. Great story and a good continuation or sequel to the others in your series. At this time I have read all you've written. Don't stop as they are great reads.

[John McAbee · Rating 5 out of 5]

A excellent read that will keep you thinking you are one of the trail riders.

The adventure of the main character is so real that the story details is a road map from California to Kentucky.

[B. Keith · Rating 5 out of 5]

finally he finds his sons!!!

I was so glad when Eli finally found his sons! I can’t wait to read on now to see where his life continues to.
An Indian wife, the restaurant owner who knows….

[Connie Skief · Rating 5 out of 5]

He finds dsl his boys

He takes his step sons on a great adventure and gets close to them. It could yield enough to make their futures easy. Great series. Highly recommended for all readers.

[Susan Graham · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good Read

This is an excellent series of books. I enjoyed them because first because they were good but also as a Christian I enjoyed them. I do feel that anyone would enjoy this series. They were well written and the stories were solid.

[Joseph A. Elliott · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great

Another good one and hate to wait another month or two for the next. But wanted for this and well worth it. Thanks

[Larry Hynes · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great Read as always with this author

The continuing saga and the successful trip of finding his sons. He keeps the reader begging for more....can't wait to see what is. Next!

[Martha Peebles · Rating 5 out of 5]

Emigrant Trail

Another great book in the McCain Chronicles. These books are really great reads. I really enjoy reading these books. Thank you, B. N. Rundell for many great books.

[Daverly Whitescarver · Rating 5 out of 5]

Bro. Randell did it again!

I so much appreciate your ability to take me to the Rocky Mountains. It is such a beautiful picture that you have painted with words.

[Anthony Roy jones · Rating 5 out of 5]

An excellent read

The emigrant trail is an other brilliant read by B N Rundel kept me interested for the whole story well done.

[lizzie wells · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great read

This is a good story unfortunately I read this one last after book 7 but they are good stand alone stories. Great to read in the right order

[Bill Roberts · Rating 5 out of 5]

Final review

Starting on book seven and will give a final complete review when I complete the series. Have enjoyed the first six books.