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The Inheritance
As he wrote Horace Kirby’s will, James Spencer understood how unusual and difficult it would be to ensure that his client’s wishes were met. The wealthy life-long bachelor’s only sister had died eight years earlier. Before her husband had died, he’d left her with a daughter who was now almost seventeen years old. The girl couldn’t inherit until she reached eighteen and the precautions that Horace had included would prevent anyone from taking advantage of her until she came of age. He expected to make the two-hundred-mile trip to Lyon soon and after he read Horace’s will, he knew that it would be a difficult year for his client’s niece. The biggest threat would be from her stepfather, who also happened to be the county sheriff.
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465 pages, Kindle Edition
Published February 26, 2021
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About the author
C.J. Petit
104 books220 followersMost biographies start with birth and then roll through the years as they drift by but that would bore me to death, and I lived through it.
The interesting part of my life began on September 23rd, 1995 as we were driving back to Omaha after watching the Notre Dame - Texas game in South Bend with relatives. The #21 Irish beat the #13 ranked Longhorns 55-27; and in a real oddity, scored points in just about every way conceivable in the game of football. They scored touchdowns on passes and runs, kicked a field goal, intercepted a pass for a TD, returned a punt for a touchdown and even added two points for blocking a Texas extra point.
As we were driving along westbound I-80 somewhere in Illinois in our Jeep Cherokee, I absent-mindedly rubbed the left side of my neck under my chin.
My very astute wife asked, "What's wrong with your neck?"
Now I had been an Air Force medic for twelve years; and as evident in my descriptions of outlaws' agonizing deaths in my stories, have a good working knowledge of anatomy and physiology. But that knowledge is offset by being a guy and thinking that we all live forever. My neck lymph nodes had been enlarged for around three months when my wife asked that question.
I obfuscated as if I was a lawyer and replied, "Um, a few weeks or so." (Note: Twelve or thirteen weeks does qualify as a 'few' weeks if one chooses to be generous.)
"And what did the doctor say?"
"I'll ask him when we get back."
"Yes, you will."
I do not want to make my wife out to be a harpy or a nag, because she is neither. She's an incredibly patient woman who could only put up with so much stupidity by yours truly.
Three days later, after the doctor copped a quick feel of my lymph nodes, he said, "I don't know what it is, but I don't like it," which was an honest, albeit an imprecise diagnosis.
So, we trotted over to a local ENT specialist. She didn't like them either and took me into surgery a few days later where she yanked one out, so the lab could dice it and slice it, then look at it under a microscope.
The pathologist who looked at the cells through his microscope reported his findings as 'lymphoepithelioma'. That meant that it was a secondary tumor and there was a primary tumor somewhere else in my nasopharynx that was the original problem.
Back I went into the operating room where the ENT doctor did an extensive examination and found nothing. She was so sure of her reconnaissance of the back of my throat that she told me that the pathologist was wrong, and it was just a lymphoma.
Now, being a computer geek, even way back in the dark ages of the internet in '95, I did some searching and found that if the primary tumor wasn't found, then the survival rate plummeted to about a fifth of the already lousy survival rate for the advanced Stage IV cancer. My wife and I decided that a second opinion might be a good idea.
Off we went in her Jeep to the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota as the lousy weather descended across the Midwest. It's been known to happen, you know.
They had a problem getting the doctor here to release the specimen she'd yanked out of my neck, which I thought was odd because I don't remember selling it and figured I still owned it. Anyway, they eventually got the lymph node, did their own peek and confirmed the pathologist's diagnosis.
It wasn't until Halloween in 1995 that they finally found the original little bugger. It was just a tiny bump in the back of my throat that must have been there for a long time before it sent its friends marching into my lymph nodes.
They wanted to treat the cancer there, but I opted to have it done in Omaha and was sent to the care of Doctor Patrick J. McKenna (a name you may recognize from Max). Doctor Mac was the perfect man for the job as he was very personable, optimistic, had a good sense of humor and wouldn't put up with my constant whining. It helped that he knew his job, too.
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The interesting part of my life began on September 23rd, 1995 as we were driving back to Omaha after watching the Notre Dame - Texas game in South Bend with relatives. The #21 Irish beat the #13 ranked Longhorns 55-27; and in a real oddity, scored points in just about every way conceivable in the game of football. They scored touchdowns on passes and runs, kicked a field goal, intercepted a pass for a TD, returned a punt for a touchdown and even added two points for blocking a Texas extra point.
As we were driving along westbound I-80 somewhere in Illinois in our Jeep Cherokee, I absent-mindedly rubbed the left side of my neck under my chin.
My very astute wife asked, "What's wrong with your neck?"
Now I had been an Air Force medic for twelve years; and as evident in my descriptions of outlaws' agonizing deaths in my stories, have a good working knowledge of anatomy and physiology. But that knowledge is offset by being a guy and thinking that we all live forever. My neck lymph nodes had been enlarged for around three months when my wife asked that question.
I obfuscated as if I was a lawyer and replied, "Um, a few weeks or so." (Note: Twelve or thirteen weeks does qualify as a 'few' weeks if one chooses to be generous.)
"And what did the doctor say?"
"I'll ask him when we get back."
"Yes, you will."
I do not want to make my wife out to be a harpy or a nag, because she is neither. She's an incredibly patient woman who could only put up with so much stupidity by yours truly.
Three days later, after the doctor copped a quick feel of my lymph nodes, he said, "I don't know what it is, but I don't like it," which was an honest, albeit an imprecise diagnosis.
So, we trotted over to a local ENT specialist. She didn't like them either and took me into surgery a few days later where she yanked one out, so the lab could dice it and slice it, then look at it under a microscope.
The pathologist who looked at the cells through his microscope reported his findings as 'lymphoepithelioma'. That meant that it was a secondary tumor and there was a primary tumor somewhere else in my nasopharynx that was the original problem.
Back I went into the operating room where the ENT doctor did an extensive examination and found nothing. She was so sure of her reconnaissance of the back of my throat that she told me that the pathologist was wrong, and it was just a lymphoma.
Now, being a computer geek, even way back in the dark ages of the internet in '95, I did some searching and found that if the primary tumor wasn't found, then the survival rate plummeted to about a fifth of the already lousy survival rate for the advanced Stage IV cancer. My wife and I decided that a second opinion might be a good idea.
Off we went in her Jeep to the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota as the lousy weather descended across the Midwest. It's been known to happen, you know.
They had a problem getting the doctor here to release the specimen she'd yanked out of my neck, which I thought was odd because I don't remember selling it and figured I still owned it. Anyway, they eventually got the lymph node, did their own peek and confirmed the pathologist's diagnosis.
It wasn't until Halloween in 1995 that they finally found the original little bugger. It was just a tiny bump in the back of my throat that must have been there for a long time before it sent its friends marching into my lymph nodes.
They wanted to treat the cancer there, but I opted to have it done in Omaha and was sent to the care of Doctor Patrick J. McKenna (a name you may recognize from Max). Doctor Mac was the perfect man for the job as he was very personable, optimistic, had a good sense of humor and wouldn't put up with my constant whining. It helped that he knew his job, too.
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March 3, 2021
Just an fyi for the author
I have read every book by C.J.Petit. Some of them multiple times. While I enjoy his books very much this is the fourth time I have found him to refer to castigating heifers!!!! Please advise Mr. Petit that heifers are female. Bulls are the only bovine that can be castrated!!
I have read every book by C.J.Petit. Some of them multiple times. While I enjoy his books very much this is the fourth time I have found him to refer to castigating heifers!!!! Please advise Mr. Petit that heifers are female. Bulls are the only bovine that can be castrated!!
March 18, 2021
Mr. Petit I am consistently amazed at your unending talent in creating one exciting western masterpiece after the other. Your outstanding descriptiveness of each and every exciting adventure is unsurpassed as I find myself riding along with the good guys in their quest for justice!
Most definitely another five star masterpiece by one of my most favorite authors of unending western folklore adventures, and this compassionately motivated story pulls no punches in the Author's successful descriptiveness of each and every exciting new episode! It was hard to put this compassionately motivated series of ongoing excursions aside but unfortunately I began reading it too late to finish it before sleep over took me!
Mr. Petit you outstanding character selections were unsurpassed as their assigned roles were perfectly selected for their commanding assignments. John and Abigail could not have been any better portrayed in their ongoing actions, and the crooked Sheriff, along with his obstinate sons as his outlaw Deputies definitely played their roles perfectly, as well! I have never read any better storylines in all my years of reading, as you kept my undivided attention from the very first few pages until I finished reading the final paragraph of this compelling western masterpiece!
Most definitely recommend this superbly written series of unending adventures to all readers, but especially to you lovers of fast moving western entertainment that will definitely maintain your undivided attention from beginning to end! Yes!! Even you non-western fanatics will find yourselves completely mesmerized immediately by Mr. Petit's successful descriptiveness of each and every exciting episode, in which John, and his followers, strive to end the ongoing hardships created by this outlaw Sheriff and his group of misfit sons! I assure all of you will find yourselves completely engrossed within the first few pages of this compelling western folklore masterpiece of unending exciting adventures!!!😃
Most definitely another five star masterpiece by one of my most favorite authors of unending western folklore adventures, and this compassionately motivated story pulls no punches in the Author's successful descriptiveness of each and every exciting new episode! It was hard to put this compassionately motivated series of ongoing excursions aside but unfortunately I began reading it too late to finish it before sleep over took me!
Mr. Petit you outstanding character selections were unsurpassed as their assigned roles were perfectly selected for their commanding assignments. John and Abigail could not have been any better portrayed in their ongoing actions, and the crooked Sheriff, along with his obstinate sons as his outlaw Deputies definitely played their roles perfectly, as well! I have never read any better storylines in all my years of reading, as you kept my undivided attention from the very first few pages until I finished reading the final paragraph of this compelling western masterpiece!
Most definitely recommend this superbly written series of unending adventures to all readers, but especially to you lovers of fast moving western entertainment that will definitely maintain your undivided attention from beginning to end! Yes!! Even you non-western fanatics will find yourselves completely mesmerized immediately by Mr. Petit's successful descriptiveness of each and every exciting episode, in which John, and his followers, strive to end the ongoing hardships created by this outlaw Sheriff and his group of misfit sons! I assure all of you will find yourselves completely engrossed within the first few pages of this compelling western folklore masterpiece of unending exciting adventures!!!😃
March 7, 2021
A other good 'n from a great storyteller!
Petit just keeps coming up with great characters and amazing tales. May he live forever and keep up the great work!
Petit just keeps coming up with great characters and amazing tales. May he live forever and keep up the great work!
April 5, 2021
5 STARS, OLD WEST HISTORICAL
This 5 STARS moving intelligent well written story has this reader wishing her own community in real life had a John Smith trouble shooter' s store open up. Oh well, we can always dream. John is the solid type that is kind to their animals, for example Soot, his horse and how he wears his guns. (Like a regular man)
Surely, the School teacher or Ben's family, if not Ben will ask him to help with the elephant in the room, or this case town. Ben loves Abigail, she loves him back but her uncle left her an enormous amount of wealth with the catch she can't marry before accepting the inheritance at 18 yrs old. Poor Abigail, if she marries she will automatically lose it all.
She is being held by her stepfather, the Sheriff & lives with him, his current wife & his youngest Son, he expects her to marry when the time comes. Of course, she loves Ben.
John Smith is asked by chance to solve several things which he does in a short amount of time, shockingly. That creates talk around town about him. Who is he really? Why is he there? What will he do next & then after? Who is he working for? It is so exciting as these answers come to light plus the other things that take place & show how evil some men can be or not.
Loved reading this book, it had an easy readability that I look for in books. Good plot, characters, & ending. Maybe another book with these characters would be great. Recommend
This 5 STARS moving intelligent well written story has this reader wishing her own community in real life had a John Smith trouble shooter' s store open up. Oh well, we can always dream. John is the solid type that is kind to their animals, for example Soot, his horse and how he wears his guns. (Like a regular man)
Surely, the School teacher or Ben's family, if not Ben will ask him to help with the elephant in the room, or this case town. Ben loves Abigail, she loves him back but her uncle left her an enormous amount of wealth with the catch she can't marry before accepting the inheritance at 18 yrs old. Poor Abigail, if she marries she will automatically lose it all.
She is being held by her stepfather, the Sheriff & lives with him, his current wife & his youngest Son, he expects her to marry when the time comes. Of course, she loves Ben.
John Smith is asked by chance to solve several things which he does in a short amount of time, shockingly. That creates talk around town about him. Who is he really? Why is he there? What will he do next & then after? Who is he working for? It is so exciting as these answers come to light plus the other things that take place & show how evil some men can be or not.
Loved reading this book, it had an easy readability that I look for in books. Good plot, characters, & ending. Maybe another book with these characters would be great. Recommend
August 17, 2021
I was surprised at the gentle way this story evolved. There was much character development as John Smith made himself known in the town. He single handedly resolved problems and conflicts in the town and was wary of the incompetent sheriff and his deputy sons. He became enamored of a school teacher who came to him for help. He was committed to protecting a young woman who was to receive a very large inherence if she remained single. Ready to forget the money and marry her one true love; she was held by the sheriff who wanted his son to marry her. He would resort to anything to keep her in his home so that he could have control of her inheritance. The intrigue builds as John Smith arranges for Elizabeth and her lover, Ben, to escape from the sheriff. John Smith confronted the sheriff and his youngest son which resulted in their death. The remaining sons were determined to kill John Smith. One was killed and the other one short John Smith before he was killed. The mystery of John Smith was revealed as his wealthy parents arrived to care for him. Elizabeth and Ben were married and the inheritance was saved. John and his own true love married and he returned to his law practice.
The character development is always excellent. A gentle and intriguing story.
The character development is always excellent. A gentle and intriguing story.
March 1, 2021
Another excellent story!!
This was another example of Mr. Petit's excellent imagination and storytelling abilities. Yes there are a few typos and missing words, but as he states in the author letter, they are getting fewer with each book. He also addresses the rumors that all of the books bearing is name haven't been written by him. I, for one, have never doubted whether he was the author of not. This particular book did not include as many instances of gunplay as most of his work. That is in lime with the MC being brilliant and using his mind to solve problems. The story did not suffer from the lack by of action. All in all a excellent adventure.
Ps. In reviews of Mr. Petit's more recent books some have stated that he couldn't have possibly written the books because the "hero" deliberately shot horses instead of the bad guys. It is worth pointing out that the author has used this in plots as far back as 2017 (Finding Bucky).
This was another example of Mr. Petit's excellent imagination and storytelling abilities. Yes there are a few typos and missing words, but as he states in the author letter, they are getting fewer with each book. He also addresses the rumors that all of the books bearing is name haven't been written by him. I, for one, have never doubted whether he was the author of not. This particular book did not include as many instances of gunplay as most of his work. That is in lime with the MC being brilliant and using his mind to solve problems. The story did not suffer from the lack by of action. All in all a excellent adventure.
Ps. In reviews of Mr. Petit's more recent books some have stated that he couldn't have possibly written the books because the "hero" deliberately shot horses instead of the bad guys. It is worth pointing out that the author has used this in plots as far back as 2017 (Finding Bucky).
February 27, 2023
Another Great Western
In some ways, this story reminds me of the television series, "Have Gun, Will Travel," at least at first. A great show, a great book!
Being severely handicapped myself, I totally understand Mr Petit's afterword defending his prolific amount of writing. A creative mind NEEDS an outlet, and the kind of video drivel in movies, television, and social media that occupies so much time just doesn't do it. Unfortunately, I can't write fiction, but I enjoy reading it and I'm very thankful for Mr Petit's creative outlet!
I thought a great alternative title for this book would be, "The Ugly Hat." Lol
I would rate this book PG-13. It is, after all, a shoot 'em up western, where people die, or get burned to dearth. There are vague allusions to intimacies, and very mild language.
I recommend this book and I love this author.
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In some ways, this story reminds me of the television series, "Have Gun, Will Travel," at least at first. A great show, a great book!
Being severely handicapped myself, I totally understand Mr Petit's afterword defending his prolific amount of writing. A creative mind NEEDS an outlet, and the kind of video drivel in movies, television, and social media that occupies so much time just doesn't do it. Unfortunately, I can't write fiction, but I enjoy reading it and I'm very thankful for Mr Petit's creative outlet!
I thought a great alternative title for this book would be, "The Ugly Hat." Lol
I would rate this book PG-13. It is, after all, a shoot 'em up western, where people die, or get burned to dearth. There are vague allusions to intimacies, and very mild language.
I recommend this book and I love this author.
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March 5, 2021
One of better one's so far
Mr Petit
I am one who felt you had someone else write one of your books, only one. And then only because the content and style were so strongly different from ALL (and I've read them all) the rest. I'm very glad I was wrong.
I am almost sorry you have nothing else to do but sit and write.. Almost, while I love to read, read fast and constantly, I'm getting older and just had minor back surgery. Lots of time on my hands for my long time terrible habit.
From one old fart to another, I'm glad I was wrong. I've just seen so many great authors name on a book followed by one of their kids name. While the kid may write okay, it is a far reach from the talents of the parent.
God bless you and thank you
Mr Petit
I am one who felt you had someone else write one of your books, only one. And then only because the content and style were so strongly different from ALL (and I've read them all) the rest. I'm very glad I was wrong.
I am almost sorry you have nothing else to do but sit and write.. Almost, while I love to read, read fast and constantly, I'm getting older and just had minor back surgery. Lots of time on my hands for my long time terrible habit.
From one old fart to another, I'm glad I was wrong. I've just seen so many great authors name on a book followed by one of their kids name. While the kid may write okay, it is a far reach from the talents of the parent.
God bless you and thank you
March 6, 2021
John and Elizabeth
John described himself as a trouble shooter and looks like a gunslinger. Elizabeth looks like what she is a school teacher. The town they live in is being controlled by a crooked sheriff and his 3 sons who work as his deputies. They are visited by a lawyer who tells them that sheriffs stepdaughter, Abby, is about to become an heiress. Since her mother is dead The sheriff plans on taking that money from her. The lawyer who brought the news about the inheritance tells them about a condition in the will that prohibits her from inheriting before she is 18 and she will lose the inheritance if she gets married before she inherits. John and Elizabeth work to protect Abby.
John described himself as a trouble shooter and looks like a gunslinger. Elizabeth looks like what she is a school teacher. The town they live in is being controlled by a crooked sheriff and his 3 sons who work as his deputies. They are visited by a lawyer who tells them that sheriffs stepdaughter, Abby, is about to become an heiress. Since her mother is dead The sheriff plans on taking that money from her. The lawyer who brought the news about the inheritance tells them about a condition in the will that prohibits her from inheriting before she is 18 and she will lose the inheritance if she gets married before she inherits. John and Elizabeth work to protect Abby.
March 11, 2021
4 Stars
In "The Inheritance" Abigail's rich uncle dies and leaves her a fortune. But she only inherits if she stays single until her 18th birthday. Her evil sheriff stepfather plans on her marrying his youngest son so he can get his hands on the money. Then a stranger comes to town who helps people with problems. Can he help Abigail with hers. I think Mr. Petit forgot which century he was in when the character of the school teacher said "now I know how Queen Elizabeth feels riding in her royal carriage". In 1878 it would have been Queen Victoria ☺. This was Mr. Petit's 75th western and I've read them all. I enjoy his books.
In "The Inheritance" Abigail's rich uncle dies and leaves her a fortune. But she only inherits if she stays single until her 18th birthday. Her evil sheriff stepfather plans on her marrying his youngest son so he can get his hands on the money. Then a stranger comes to town who helps people with problems. Can he help Abigail with hers. I think Mr. Petit forgot which century he was in when the character of the school teacher said "now I know how Queen Elizabeth feels riding in her royal carriage". In 1878 it would have been Queen Victoria ☺. This was Mr. Petit's 75th western and I've read them all. I enjoy his books.
April 28, 2021
Good story ... poor grammar
I bought a couple of Mr. Petit books lately and once again he tells a good story. However this book had many grammatical issues. They range from simple typos or spelling errors, poor word choices that caused you to pause and the reading because they don’t fit, all of which could be corrected with a good editor or multiple data readers to catch the frequent mistakes. I suspect that some of this is caused in his rush tell the stories while they’re inspiring him. Someone needs to go back and read the stories out loudWhen you can’t read them out loud because of the mistakes that’s how you catch them at least that’s the easiest way I know
I bought a couple of Mr. Petit books lately and once again he tells a good story. However this book had many grammatical issues. They range from simple typos or spelling errors, poor word choices that caused you to pause and the reading because they don’t fit, all of which could be corrected with a good editor or multiple data readers to catch the frequent mistakes. I suspect that some of this is caused in his rush tell the stories while they’re inspiring him. Someone needs to go back and read the stories out loudWhen you can’t read them out loud because of the mistakes that’s how you catch them at least that’s the easiest way I know
July 8, 2021
I am so impressed with this author!
Loved this story, I am a bit of a snob when it comes to good western stories, after all you can't grow up with grandparents who worked on real cattle ranches and started reading Zane Grey books at four years old without forming a chip on your shoulder of authors get stuff wrong! This author not only gives you a incredibly good storyline but also knows how long it takes to ride at a easy trot on a tall long legged horse x amount of miles! This book is among my favorites, I loved John Smith even more as the ending told his secret. Who doesn't love three romances in one in a fantastic western?
Loved this story, I am a bit of a snob when it comes to good western stories, after all you can't grow up with grandparents who worked on real cattle ranches and started reading Zane Grey books at four years old without forming a chip on your shoulder of authors get stuff wrong! This author not only gives you a incredibly good storyline but also knows how long it takes to ride at a easy trot on a tall long legged horse x amount of miles! This book is among my favorites, I loved John Smith even more as the ending told his secret. Who doesn't love three romances in one in a fantastic western?
March 2, 2021
Be Careful
I really enjoy the novels churned out by the author, but his work is much to slow for my tastes. He needs to start writing at a pace of one book a day. I had just reread Ghost Train for the second time as I was reading through all his novels again. It was good to see The Inheritance for sale. Since I have no options I am going to start over again with the first novel, Rock Creek.
The quality of his efforts are getting better with every novel. Is it possible to capitalise the five stars to reflect how much one enjoys his work?
I really enjoy the novels churned out by the author, but his work is much to slow for my tastes. He needs to start writing at a pace of one book a day. I had just reread Ghost Train for the second time as I was reading through all his novels again. It was good to see The Inheritance for sale. Since I have no options I am going to start over again with the first novel, Rock Creek.
The quality of his efforts are getting better with every novel. Is it possible to capitalise the five stars to reflect how much one enjoys his work?
March 8, 2021
Troubleshooter
John Smith comes to Lyon, Kansas as Troubleshooter. He helps and protects a young woman who will inherit a large fortune from an uncle she never met. Abigail wants to marry her childhood sweetheart instead of receiving the inheritance. But Abigails' stepfather has other plans for Abigail. Great story. Enjoyed it tremendously. Look forward to your books. I have bought and read all 75 books. The stories are all unique in their own way. Please continue writing, Mr. Petit. Thanks for sharing your talents.
John Smith comes to Lyon, Kansas as Troubleshooter. He helps and protects a young woman who will inherit a large fortune from an uncle she never met. Abigail wants to marry her childhood sweetheart instead of receiving the inheritance. But Abigails' stepfather has other plans for Abigail. Great story. Enjoyed it tremendously. Look forward to your books. I have bought and read all 75 books. The stories are all unique in their own way. Please continue writing, Mr. Petit. Thanks for sharing your talents.
March 9, 2021
C J Petit continues to produce interesting, well thought out books with a variety of protagonists and villains. He has become a favorite of mine
.One small item: on occasion,he shows his lack of understanding ranch life. For example, he talks of turning heifers into steers. Heifers are young cows. They are females. Steers are castrated bulls or bull calves —males. Spaying heifers is difficult and is not of economic benefit, so they are grown intact even if they aren’t to become replacement cows.
.One small item: on occasion,he shows his lack of understanding ranch life. For example, he talks of turning heifers into steers. Heifers are young cows. They are females. Steers are castrated bulls or bull calves —males. Spaying heifers is difficult and is not of economic benefit, so they are grown intact even if they aren’t to become replacement cows.
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March 10, 2021Best yet
Mr. Petit
Do not listen the those who are jealous of your talent. I have thoroughly enjoyed all of your books but Inheritance may just be your best. Just keep writing because your stories are never the same. Each time I read one of your new books I look forward with anticipation to the new characters and to how the story will unfold. I am never disappointed with the story line and to me, each of the characters your bring to life is unique. To me its what sets your books apart.
Mr. Petit
Do not listen the those who are jealous of your talent. I have thoroughly enjoyed all of your books but Inheritance may just be your best. Just keep writing because your stories are never the same. Each time I read one of your new books I look forward with anticipation to the new characters and to how the story will unfold. I am never disappointed with the story line and to me, each of the characters your bring to life is unique. To me its what sets your books apart.
March 13, 2021
Heifers Don't Become Steers
I've enjoyed reading each and everyone of Petit's books but on more than one occasion he has made the comment of turning heifers into steers. Bulls are castrated thus becoming steers. After a heifer is bred and has a calf she is then referred to as a cow. Petit's storylines can be somewhat predictable but he develops some fascinating and believable characters. For the most part the author refrains from vulgar language and provides fun reads. I've shared in the past how a good proofreader would greatly enhance Mr. Peter's books.
I've enjoyed reading each and everyone of Petit's books but on more than one occasion he has made the comment of turning heifers into steers. Bulls are castrated thus becoming steers. After a heifer is bred and has a calf she is then referred to as a cow. Petit's storylines can be somewhat predictable but he develops some fascinating and believable characters. For the most part the author refrains from vulgar language and provides fun reads. I've shared in the past how a good proofreader would greatly enhance Mr. Peter's books.
April 25, 2021
Wonderful book! I couldn't put it down.
C.J. Petit has become my favorite author. I have enjoyed all of his books that I've read. Some I didn't think I was going to but I did. There is one that has me a bit confused right now so I stopped and read this one. I'm so glad I did. When he writes I began to feel I know the the characters and the places. If you haven't read his books you are missing out. I think I've read almost all of them. They always leave me wanting more of the characters. Like a never ending book.
C.J. Petit has become my favorite author. I have enjoyed all of his books that I've read. Some I didn't think I was going to but I did. There is one that has me a bit confused right now so I stopped and read this one. I'm so glad I did. When he writes I began to feel I know the the characters and the places. If you haven't read his books you are missing out. I think I've read almost all of them. They always leave me wanting more of the characters. Like a never ending book.
May 22, 2023
way too many mistakes
This writer is so much better than this. The story is great. The characters and plots are great but the content is like someone was playing around with editing and forgot to finish. Words are not completed I guess you fill in what words you think should be there. Abrupt paragraphs after the missing words and ending of paragraph. This authors books are ones to be read over and over except for this one. Way too much disruption in the content. Should have never been offered to the public the way it is!
This writer is so much better than this. The story is great. The characters and plots are great but the content is like someone was playing around with editing and forgot to finish. Words are not completed I guess you fill in what words you think should be there. Abrupt paragraphs after the missing words and ending of paragraph. This authors books are ones to be read over and over except for this one. Way too much disruption in the content. Should have never been offered to the public the way it is!
February 28, 2021
Fantastic !!
What an amazing story and mystery . Who is the mysterious John Smith , why is he really in town, will Abby finally get her inheritance ? As usual ,the cast of characters come to life so vividly you feel you personally know them . I am a long time fan of Mr. Petit and this is one of his best. Remains my favorite author ( any genre, not just westerns ) and can’t believe some people question his authenticity. Keep writing Mr. Petit & good health.
What an amazing story and mystery . Who is the mysterious John Smith , why is he really in town, will Abby finally get her inheritance ? As usual ,the cast of characters come to life so vividly you feel you personally know them . I am a long time fan of Mr. Petit and this is one of his best. Remains my favorite author ( any genre, not just westerns ) and can’t believe some people question his authenticity. Keep writing Mr. Petit & good health.
March 3, 2021
Not your usual western
This is better than the old tried and true western. I love the old style westerns, but this book really captured my attention and would not let me put it down. The character development throughout the book was intriguing and the developing action kept me reading tower what happened next. Those who like a western along with mystery will really enjoy this one.
This is better than the old tried and true western. I love the old style westerns, but this book really captured my attention and would not let me put it down. The character development throughout the book was intriguing and the developing action kept me reading tower what happened next. Those who like a western along with mystery will really enjoy this one.
March 8, 2021
A True Knight of the Old West
The mysterious stranger on a Quest to save innocents(young maidens and honorable folk) and Right Wrongs ( evil gunmen, sherrifs, misusers of power).rides into town and the adventure begins. Well written, good pace. interesting characters, fine love stories; just what I always expect from Mr. CJ Pettit. Only 4 GSW deaths, 2 hangings,and1self destruction so pretty light count thisTha time. Very entertaining characters and storyline.
The mysterious stranger on a Quest to save innocents(young maidens and honorable folk) and Right Wrongs ( evil gunmen, sherrifs, misusers of power).rides into town and the adventure begins. Well written, good pace. interesting characters, fine love stories; just what I always expect from Mr. CJ Pettit. Only 4 GSW deaths, 2 hangings,and1self destruction so pretty light count thisTha time. Very entertaining characters and storyline.
March 12, 2021
One of his best!
I found this author by sheer coincidence, but i have read everything he has written and enjoyed every single book, but this one, I truly loved John and Elizabeth's story is fascinating. I never saw some of the event coming. The one thing I missed in this book,..was the description of the damage the bullets did upon entering the body. Its one of my most favorite things about each book,..and also the way Mr. Petit..weaves the story lines together!
I found this author by sheer coincidence, but i have read everything he has written and enjoyed every single book, but this one, I truly loved John and Elizabeth's story is fascinating. I never saw some of the event coming. The one thing I missed in this book,..was the description of the damage the bullets did upon entering the body. Its one of my most favorite things about each book,..and also the way Mr. Petit..weaves the story lines together!
March 13, 2021
Surprising all along the way.
I have enjoyed each of the books I've read and can't seem to put them down once I've started. These books are written with so much care. I've enjoyed each one. Can't wait to read the next. I'll have to start back at the beginning and read them again. As soon as I see a new one I can't wait to start reading. Thank you for your wonderful stories.
I have enjoyed each of the books I've read and can't seem to put them down once I've started. These books are written with so much care. I've enjoyed each one. Can't wait to read the next. I'll have to start back at the beginning and read them again. As soon as I see a new one I can't wait to start reading. Thank you for your wonderful stories.
March 15, 2021
Romance and action
Absolutely love CJ Petits books! I’ve read every one of them since I discovered them! Always know I’m going to get an excellent story His knowledge of horses is very good. I always have some complaint about writers that obviously know nothing of horses and what they were worth back then. CJ Petit is a horseman. Love the women characters , this book was outstanding.
Absolutely love CJ Petits books! I’ve read every one of them since I discovered them! Always know I’m going to get an excellent story His knowledge of horses is very good. I always have some complaint about writers that obviously know nothing of horses and what they were worth back then. CJ Petit is a horseman. Love the women characters , this book was outstanding.
March 16, 2021
Can't get enough!!!
C.J. Petit is an amazing author. I've read every single book published and can honestly say I'd rate almost all of them all 5 stars. In the beginning, I would say 4 Stars after maybe the 5TH book. But every book from there deserved 5 stars. I wished all authors could do this amazing feat, maybe then I wouldn't lose interest in some authors so fast. I CAN'T WAIT FOR THE NEXT ONE!! SO EXCITED!!
C.J. Petit is an amazing author. I've read every single book published and can honestly say I'd rate almost all of them all 5 stars. In the beginning, I would say 4 Stars after maybe the 5TH book. But every book from there deserved 5 stars. I wished all authors could do this amazing feat, maybe then I wouldn't lose interest in some authors so fast. I CAN'T WAIT FOR THE NEXT ONE!! SO EXCITED!!
March 17, 2021
Very interesting, great book as always
I love this authors books, his writing catches me from the first page to the very last page. This book had more than one or two characters which keeps you hoping.
I would recommend by his book especially if you like books written in the 1800's, a western setting with a romance twist. Then CJ Petit's books are for you. You're start the book and have a hard time putting it down until you finish.
I love this authors books, his writing catches me from the first page to the very last page. This book had more than one or two characters which keeps you hoping.
I would recommend by his book especially if you like books written in the 1800's, a western setting with a romance twist. Then CJ Petit's books are for you. You're start the book and have a hard time putting it down until you finish.
March 18, 2021
No better western writer!
I have read all 75 of CJ Petit 's books I am a voracious reader of western authors and no one can make you feel like you are in the story with the characters like mr. Petit I can not put his books down until I am finished! When his new books come out, I stop what ever I am reading to read his new book. Dave Turpin Thank you for the people you make " real" in your books.
I have read all 75 of CJ Petit 's books I am a voracious reader of western authors and no one can make you feel like you are in the story with the characters like mr. Petit I can not put his books down until I am finished! When his new books come out, I stop what ever I am reading to read his new book. Dave Turpin Thank you for the people you make " real" in your books.
March 20, 2021
Great
I absolutely love reading C.J. Petit books. The characters always come to life with personalities to thr point that you feel you know the. I love that you ever put down one of these books without knowing what happened to the characters. And I at the end of each book I amsad to say goodbye.
I look forward to each new book and have already decided that when the stop coming I will start over at #1 and reread them all.
I absolutely love reading C.J. Petit books. The characters always come to life with personalities to thr point that you feel you know the. I love that you ever put down one of these books without knowing what happened to the characters. And I at the end of each book I amsad to say goodbye.
I look forward to each new book and have already decided that when the stop coming I will start over at #1 and reread them all.
September 18, 2021
Another C J Petit masterpiece
The mystery man John Smith enters town. Who is he? A gunfighter, a lawman, or a con man? Then his good deeds are even a greater mystery. No one knows. The sheriff suspects many things, and he doesn't trust him.The teacher Elizabeth notices his intelligence, needs his help, but is fearful to trust her instincts. Many mixed emotions and events keeps you on your toes. This is a great exciting read.
The mystery man John Smith enters town. Who is he? A gunfighter, a lawman, or a con man? Then his good deeds are even a greater mystery. No one knows. The sheriff suspects many things, and he doesn't trust him.The teacher Elizabeth notices his intelligence, needs his help, but is fearful to trust her instincts. Many mixed emotions and events keeps you on your toes. This is a great exciting read.
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