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The Crockett's: Western Saga 1
SADDLE UP FOR A NON-STOP RIDE IN VOLUME ONE OF A NEW WESTERN SAGA – FROM THE MAN WHO BROUGHT YOU THE CHANEY BROTHERS WESTERN SERIES.
During the Civil War, they sought justice outside of the law, paying back every Yankee raid with one of their own. No man could stop them… no woman could resist them… and no Yankee stood a chance when Win and Joe Coulter rode into town.
After their parents are murdered by a band of marauding Yankees, Win and Joe Coulter join William Quantrill and his gang of bloodthirsty raiders to seek revenge on the attackers.
Someone’s about to mess with the Crocketts, and that means someone’s about to be messed with back. Win and Joe don’t like getting shot at, especially by varmints who don’t have skill enough to kill them.
The Crocketts: Western Saga 1 includes: Trail of Vengeance, Slaughter in Texas, Law of the Rope and The Town That Wouldn't Die.
During the Civil War, they sought justice outside of the law, paying back every Yankee raid with one of their own. No man could stop them… no woman could resist them… and no Yankee stood a chance when Win and Joe Coulter rode into town.
After their parents are murdered by a band of marauding Yankees, Win and Joe Coulter join William Quantrill and his gang of bloodthirsty raiders to seek revenge on the attackers.
Someone’s about to mess with the Crocketts, and that means someone’s about to be messed with back. Win and Joe don’t like getting shot at, especially by varmints who don’t have skill enough to kill them.
The Crocketts: Western Saga 1 includes: Trail of Vengeance, Slaughter in Texas, Law of the Rope and The Town That Wouldn't Die.
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First published January 1, 2020
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Robert Vaughan
441 books133 followers Robert Vaughan is an American writer. He has also written a series of contemporary and historical romance novels under several pseudonyms including "Paula Moore" and "Paula Fairman". His father served in the military and Robert followed him in the 1950s, entering army aviation. He served until the Vietnam War and won numerous medals including the Distinguished Flying Cross, the Purple Heart, the Bronze Star, the Air Medal with several oak-leaf clusters, the Meritorious Service Medal, and several other medals.
His early books reflected his military background: the first novel was about the US Army along the DMZ in Korea, followed by a trilogy set in Vietnam. There are more than 9 million of his books in print under various names. He was inducted into the Writers’ Hall of Fame in 1998.
His early books reflected his military background: the first novel was about the US Army along the DMZ in Korea, followed by a trilogy set in Vietnam. There are more than 9 million of his books in print under various names. He was inducted into the Writers’ Hall of Fame in 1998.
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May 15, 2020
Robert Vaughn – Western Saga One – The Crocketts – Reviewed 5/14/20 – Read 5/7-9/20
Brothers forever, through war, death, and destruction. Vengeance is mine!
April 1862, St Ledger, Missouri… Will and Gid Crockett had not seen their folks for over a year, while the troops were bivouacked just outside of Springfield, the boys took a leave of absence to visit them. Both men had fought hard and Will had made the rank of Captain, thus choosing Gid as his Lieutenant. Having refused to join Quantrill when he broke off and started his own regiment, both were disheartened when General Pike had ordered a retreat when they had the Yankees outnumbered. Thinking that the leave would help them come to terms with what was going on, the boys set off to see their folks.
Deciding to stop and have a short one before heading out to the farm, the owner of their favorite pub updated the boys on some of their friends. Just before the boys reached home, the Crockett farm had a group of visitors, wearing blue, led by Captain Otto Hoffman. The only thing they had on their minds was to kill, ravage, and destroy! Upon reaching the farm they were devastated to find their pa dead, and their ma hanging on by a thread. At the funeral, the boys were approached by an old friend, the same one that had invited them to join Quantrill. He told them that he knew who had killed their parents. and burned their farm. Even though their ma had told them a name before she passed, this just confirmed it! He also told them that Quantrill had been chasing them, did they want revenge for their parents? Did they think for a minute that General Pike would go after them, even though Hoffman had done the same thing to numerous other farms in the area?? The boys now make their decision and the story begins….
The Crocketts: Western Saga 1 includes: Trail of Vengeance, Slaughter in Texas, Law of the Rope and The Town That Wouldn't Die.
What did I like? I have read several other books by Robert Vaughn; through those, I knew that this book would be another great read. Boy was I in for a surprise! I fell in love with the Crockett boys. I have always been a softy when it came to brothers being partners in the west. These boys are awesome together, quickness, brains, and brawn cannot be beaten. The way the two of them play off each other is so awesome. But, on the other side of the coin, it is also great that when they had faced so much sorrow, that they had each other.
What will you like? This volume is filled with five action-packed stories that will keep you at the edge of your seat. Many hours of shooting, riding, adventure, war, loving, drinking, excitement, sorrow, and being brothers. The stories are beautifully written and come together into an explosion of enjoyable reading. The descriptions are unbelievable bringing everything to life so that you are totally immersed in the mix of things, guns popping, jaws cracking, running horses, beer foaming, bad guys dying, with the brothers in the mix of all of it. Hear it, see it, and believe it, the Crockett boys are handsome, formidable, and impressive!
• File Size: 3696 KB
• Print Length: 783 pages
• Publisher: Wolfpack Publishing (May 13, 2020)
• Publication Date: May 13, 2020
• ASIN: B087V6NCV6
• Genre: Classic Fiction Anthologies & Collections, Westerns, Western Fiction Classics
Brothers forever, through war, death, and destruction. Vengeance is mine!
April 1862, St Ledger, Missouri… Will and Gid Crockett had not seen their folks for over a year, while the troops were bivouacked just outside of Springfield, the boys took a leave of absence to visit them. Both men had fought hard and Will had made the rank of Captain, thus choosing Gid as his Lieutenant. Having refused to join Quantrill when he broke off and started his own regiment, both were disheartened when General Pike had ordered a retreat when they had the Yankees outnumbered. Thinking that the leave would help them come to terms with what was going on, the boys set off to see their folks.
Deciding to stop and have a short one before heading out to the farm, the owner of their favorite pub updated the boys on some of their friends. Just before the boys reached home, the Crockett farm had a group of visitors, wearing blue, led by Captain Otto Hoffman. The only thing they had on their minds was to kill, ravage, and destroy! Upon reaching the farm they were devastated to find their pa dead, and their ma hanging on by a thread. At the funeral, the boys were approached by an old friend, the same one that had invited them to join Quantrill. He told them that he knew who had killed their parents. and burned their farm. Even though their ma had told them a name before she passed, this just confirmed it! He also told them that Quantrill had been chasing them, did they want revenge for their parents? Did they think for a minute that General Pike would go after them, even though Hoffman had done the same thing to numerous other farms in the area?? The boys now make their decision and the story begins….
The Crocketts: Western Saga 1 includes: Trail of Vengeance, Slaughter in Texas, Law of the Rope and The Town That Wouldn't Die.
What did I like? I have read several other books by Robert Vaughn; through those, I knew that this book would be another great read. Boy was I in for a surprise! I fell in love with the Crockett boys. I have always been a softy when it came to brothers being partners in the west. These boys are awesome together, quickness, brains, and brawn cannot be beaten. The way the two of them play off each other is so awesome. But, on the other side of the coin, it is also great that when they had faced so much sorrow, that they had each other.
What will you like? This volume is filled with five action-packed stories that will keep you at the edge of your seat. Many hours of shooting, riding, adventure, war, loving, drinking, excitement, sorrow, and being brothers. The stories are beautifully written and come together into an explosion of enjoyable reading. The descriptions are unbelievable bringing everything to life so that you are totally immersed in the mix of things, guns popping, jaws cracking, running horses, beer foaming, bad guys dying, with the brothers in the mix of all of it. Hear it, see it, and believe it, the Crockett boys are handsome, formidable, and impressive!
• File Size: 3696 KB
• Print Length: 783 pages
• Publisher: Wolfpack Publishing (May 13, 2020)
• Publication Date: May 13, 2020
• ASIN: B087V6NCV6
• Genre: Classic Fiction Anthologies & Collections, Westerns, Western Fiction Classics
May 19, 2020
Mr. Vaughan has outdone himself with this outstanding series of old American western folklore adventures. The Crockett brothers are a wholesome couple that uses whatever force is necessary to bring peace and stability to their respective living areas at the time. Great series of unending excitement!
Certainly deserving of the five stars I awarded these compassionately motivated stories, as Will and Gid pull no punches in bringing justice to those responsible for their wrong doings throughout their many area of travel. Also, Mr. Vaughan went above and beyond in his descriptive storylines that successfully portrayed his intriguing intentions. Too, his selection of characters were outstandingly selected for their commanding assignments throughout the entire series of realistically motivated western adventures!
These rogue brothers, regardless of their past, defy all odds in their respective pursuit of protecting the innocent from terror as they continuously fulfill their objective of bringing justice to those responsible for their ongoing wrongful treatment of the innocent! Never found a slow down of excitement throughout the entire series of outstanding adventures in this compelling western masterpiece!
Definitely recommend this compassionately entertaining revelation of this truly realistically motivated western masterpiece, as it is one exciting episode after the other throughout the entire series of unending excitement! You non-western readers will certainly be appeased from beginning to end, as these two brothers fight for justice against all the odds against them! You followers of Mr. Vaughan don't need any encouragement,I am sure, but those who haven't been following this Author need to make sure to try this compassionately outstanding portrayal of western justice at its best!!!😄
Certainly deserving of the five stars I awarded these compassionately motivated stories, as Will and Gid pull no punches in bringing justice to those responsible for their wrong doings throughout their many area of travel. Also, Mr. Vaughan went above and beyond in his descriptive storylines that successfully portrayed his intriguing intentions. Too, his selection of characters were outstandingly selected for their commanding assignments throughout the entire series of realistically motivated western adventures!
These rogue brothers, regardless of their past, defy all odds in their respective pursuit of protecting the innocent from terror as they continuously fulfill their objective of bringing justice to those responsible for their ongoing wrongful treatment of the innocent! Never found a slow down of excitement throughout the entire series of outstanding adventures in this compelling western masterpiece!
Definitely recommend this compassionately entertaining revelation of this truly realistically motivated western masterpiece, as it is one exciting episode after the other throughout the entire series of unending excitement! You non-western readers will certainly be appeased from beginning to end, as these two brothers fight for justice against all the odds against them! You followers of Mr. Vaughan don't need any encouragement,I am sure, but those who haven't been following this Author need to make sure to try this compassionately outstanding portrayal of western justice at its best!!!😄
August 5, 2020
A really good, easy read! Two brothers, Will and Gid, the Crockett brothers are raised in Missouri and end up fighting for the Confederacy; after the murder of their parents by the Union redlegs. From the Confederate army they ending up joining Quantrill's raiders -- and almost becoming the very thing that they despised most. This package contained several volumes, and they spent the first two searching for those that killed their family. The story evolves as they end up riding a fine line, between good and bad -- but the author wants you to know that they have a good heart. Really, it is a fun read. I didn't read it to learn anything, but just to get lost in the story, and I did that. If you're looking for a good, easy read; I would recommend this.
June 4, 2020
The Crocketts': Western Saga...
Well can't wait for the next book of the crockette brothers. Just finished where they were saloon owners. Those two were not really outlaws. They just didn't know how or when to slow down. They were looking for someone to settle down with,and convince them them they were the greatest thing since sliced bread. I want to be one of your readers when they find their other half.
Well can't wait for the next book of the crockette brothers. Just finished where they were saloon owners. Those two were not really outlaws. They just didn't know how or when to slow down. They were looking for someone to settle down with,and convince them them they were the greatest thing since sliced bread. I want to be one of your readers when they find their other half.
August 31, 2020
Mr. Vaughan did a good job with this story telling.
The Crocketts are brothers but work well as one team. While Will is fast as a rattlesnake with his gun, Gid his brother is quite good with his fist. Now Gid isn't slow with his gun either, but he is better with his fist and he has his size to help him also. I wouldn't want to have to feed him though the boy likes to eat. Get ready for a story, a good one.
The Crocketts are brothers but work well as one team. While Will is fast as a rattlesnake with his gun, Gid his brother is quite good with his fist. Now Gid isn't slow with his gun either, but he is better with his fist and he has his size to help him also. I wouldn't want to have to feed him though the boy likes to eat. Get ready for a story, a good one.
June 2, 2020
OUTSTANDING book, something for everyone who loves to read about good over evil.
The Crocketts saga is one you don't want to miss. The adventure of two brother traveling through the western frontier after the war keeps the reader turning pages. The best part is you get more then one story you get around seven hours of reading.
The Crocketts saga is one you don't want to miss. The adventure of two brother traveling through the western frontier after the war keeps the reader turning pages. The best part is you get more then one story you get around seven hours of reading.
October 27, 2020
The brothers
Love western s , enjoyed this book.Easy reading plot was good and held my interest. Really liked detail in which the era story was told one of my favorite things tto do is try to catch the author putting in inaccurate history pieces such as wrong guns or indian tribesfor that area
Love western s , enjoyed this book.Easy reading plot was good and held my interest. Really liked detail in which the era story was told one of my favorite things tto do is try to catch the author putting in inaccurate history pieces such as wrong guns or indian tribesfor that area
November 13, 2022
Western Reality
The adventures of the Crockett brothers seems as real as we believe the Wild West to be. Some of the language could have been better but we don’t expect everyone to speak without occasional vulgar words. However, the actions of the brothers are what would be expected with someone who rode with Quantrill.
The adventures of the Crockett brothers seems as real as we believe the Wild West to be. Some of the language could have been better but we don’t expect everyone to speak without occasional vulgar words. However, the actions of the brothers are what would be expected with someone who rode with Quantrill.
May 13, 2020
A series of stories about brothers Gideon and Will who served with Quantrell in the Civil War. They manage to get into all sorts of disputes but the stigma of being associated with Quantrell follows then where ever they go. These are not bad stories as there is plenty of action action involved.
May 30, 2020
Mr. Vaughan has written a book containing 3 separate stories. The main characters are named Crocketts and they had many dangerous adventures. One story had a plot very similar to "The Gunfight at the OK Corral" , The other stories were very original and I enjoyed reading them!
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June 16, 2020Very good book Fresh Charters, people that get along when the going gets fough
Both leading get the ladies in the end
I hope we get more of this writing
Three cheers for the Author
Both leading get the ladies in the end
I hope we get more of this writing
Three cheers for the Author
June 26, 2020
Terrific Western
The Crockett brothers felt real and their characterization was constant throughout the stories. Each Saga was great Western in every aspect and depiction. I never lost interest during any saga.
The Crockett brothers felt real and their characterization was constant throughout the stories. Each Saga was great Western in every aspect and depiction. I never lost interest during any saga.
July 10, 2020
A good way to spend a few hours.
I enjoyed the book very much. The characters were well described and developed. I would have kept reading but I ran out of book. Thanks for writing it.
I enjoyed the book very much. The characters were well described and developed. I would have kept reading but I ran out of book. Thanks for writing it.
July 20, 2020
When hard men are needed, meet the Crocketts.
Thois saga is a study in history and the old west. It tells of the hardship, the violent loss of family and the mistakes you make when angry. Sometime even bad men can be good men at the right times.
Thois saga is a study in history and the old west. It tells of the hardship, the violent loss of family and the mistakes you make when angry. Sometime even bad men can be good men at the right times.
July 30, 2020
Great western writing.
The book tells an intriguing story and I enjoy the time spent reading them. I have one complaint, far too often characters are introduced, made a seemingly critical part of the plot and then just disappear, frustrating. But a good read nonetheless.
The book tells an intriguing story and I enjoy the time spent reading them. I have one complaint, far too often characters are introduced, made a seemingly critical part of the plot and then just disappear, frustrating. But a good read nonetheless.
July 30, 2020
Book One
Wil and Gid Crockett are the devils and the heroes in these stories. They manage to find trouble even when they aren't looking for it. Some.of the best "shoot -em-up" westerns I've read!! Great stories with tons of action!!
Wil and Gid Crockett are the devils and the heroes in these stories. They manage to find trouble even when they aren't looking for it. Some.of the best "shoot -em-up" westerns I've read!! Great stories with tons of action!!
August 18, 2020
Interesting
Did enjoy it 3 very different but somewhat predictable in parts and repetitive history starts, hence 4* rating overall.
First time reading your books, think I'll read more, like your writing style.
Did enjoy it 3 very different but somewhat predictable in parts and repetitive history starts, hence 4* rating overall.
First time reading your books, think I'll read more, like your writing style.
December 31, 2022
Western adventures
Robert Vaughan has created memorable characters in the Crockett brothers, Will and Gideon . This is a different genre to what I usually read but I loved every part turning the pages and enjoying every one , a great read!
Robert Vaughan has created memorable characters in the Crockett brothers, Will and Gideon . This is a different genre to what I usually read but I loved every part turning the pages and enjoying every one , a great read!
May 13, 2020
A great story and a good read . I thoroughly enjoyed it .
May 29, 2020
3 stars
I like western with good guys. The Crocketts have plenty of shootn, cussn, rustlen, and robbn. The brothers do some heroic things but not sure they were the good guys.
I like western with good guys. The Crocketts have plenty of shootn, cussn, rustlen, and robbn. The brothers do some heroic things but not sure they were the good guys.
June 27, 2020
The Crocketts
Thank you for a really great read.I enjoyed this book very much. I look forward to many more books by this author.
Thank you for a really great read.I enjoyed this book very much. I look forward to many more books by this author.
June 28, 2020
A decent read
Except for the lamentable habit of using the same plot device in different series (with barely any change in wording) Mr. Vaughan writes very readable stories.
Except for the lamentable habit of using the same plot device in different series (with barely any change in wording) Mr. Vaughan writes very readable stories.
July 6, 2020
Good book
Read all of the books in order to really enjoy. Storyline continues to grow and develop. Characters are realistic and get better and better.
Read all of the books in order to really enjoy. Storyline continues to grow and develop. Characters are realistic and get better and better.
July 9, 2020
Good read
Always good to see the bad guys go down hard. Love the characters and the story. Looking forward to more.
Always good to see the bad guys go down hard. Love the characters and the story. Looking forward to more.
July 30, 2020
An Excellent Series of stories
An excellent set of stories of the Crocketts. Great introduction into who Will and His are. I look forward to next book.
An excellent set of stories of the Crocketts. Great introduction into who Will and His are. I look forward to next book.
August 8, 2020
The Crocketts. Saga One
This book was totally captivatin. With the twists and turns and surprises I was spellbound. I can hardly wait to read the next Saga.
This book was totally captivatin. With the twists and turns and surprises I was spellbound. I can hardly wait to read the next Saga.
August 13, 2020
Suspense
More than one story is told with them all having suspense, intrigue,and strange loyalty. Two brothers who take care of each other.
More than one story is told with them all having suspense, intrigue,and strange loyalty. Two brothers who take care of each other.
November 30, 2020
Love me a good western
April 24, 2021
An exciting new series breaks. Filled with surprises and twists. The brothers stir things up in a corrupt town. Hang on!
October 30, 2021
Triple
Three stories not connected but about two brothers that are very close to each other and their lives entwined together.
Three stories not connected but about two brothers that are very close to each other and their lives entwined together.
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