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Plainsman Western Series #5
The Trail to Reparation: A Classic Western Series
THE CAPTIVATING FIFTH NOVEL IN THE PLAINSMAN WESTERN SERIES FROM BEST-SELLING AUTHOR B.N. RUNDELL.
The gold rush of 1859 in the Colorado Rockies brought more than just gold seekers. Outlaws, conmen, crooks, and thieves quickly populated the central Rockies, and it was from that element that Reuben and Elly Mae Grundy fled. They had done their part, serving as deputy marshals, but now they wanted time alone and together.
Choosing a site far south and away from the gold rush, they built a cabin for their first home. But they soon discovered their neighbors were Mouache Ute and Jicarilla Apache. When the Comanche launched a raid on their long-time enemies and captured many of their women, they also took Elly and her friends. Now it’s up to Reuben to go against a war party of almost a hundred proven warriors to rescue his bride.
Add in greedy Comancheros, rebellious soldiers, and bad weather, and Reuben’s got his hands full with a challenge he never expected to be thrown into. Fortunately, he’s not the kind of man that ever backs down from a challenge.
“[A] redeeming story from THE master storyteller.” —David, early reader
The gold rush of 1859 in the Colorado Rockies brought more than just gold seekers. Outlaws, conmen, crooks, and thieves quickly populated the central Rockies, and it was from that element that Reuben and Elly Mae Grundy fled. They had done their part, serving as deputy marshals, but now they wanted time alone and together.
Choosing a site far south and away from the gold rush, they built a cabin for their first home. But they soon discovered their neighbors were Mouache Ute and Jicarilla Apache. When the Comanche launched a raid on their long-time enemies and captured many of their women, they also took Elly and her friends. Now it’s up to Reuben to go against a war party of almost a hundred proven warriors to rescue his bride.
Add in greedy Comancheros, rebellious soldiers, and bad weather, and Reuben’s got his hands full with a challenge he never expected to be thrown into. Fortunately, he’s not the kind of man that ever backs down from a challenge.
“[A] redeeming story from THE master storyteller.” —David, early reader
- GenresWesterns
244 pages, Paperback
Published March 15, 2022
About the author
B.N. Rundell
90 books88 followersBorn 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.
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.
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April 2, 2022
Bob Rundell – Plainsman Western Bk 5 – The Trail to Reparation – Reviewed 4/2/2 – Read 3/22-23/22
Reuben & Elly Mae build their home and then find out their neighbors are Utes & Apache.
Reuben and Elly have had enough of the goldfields, traveling far south to build their cabin as their first home. After they get started, they find that their neighbors are Mouache Utes and Jicarilla Apaches. The Comanches, enemies of their neighbors, launch an attack and capture many of the women, including Elly and her friends. Of course, it is up to Reuben to find and rescue the girls from none other than about 100 proven warriors, Comancheros, plus some rebellious soldiers, then throw in some terrible weather. Still, Reuben is ready, and the story begins.
Join Reuben as he goes up against terrible odds to rescue his bride…
What did I like? Bob’s books are such a pleasure to read. I know that he has expertly researched everything down to the smallest detail. He softly feathers his beliefs across the pages and gives the characters his master touch for our pleasure.
What will you like? The details will whet your appetite for action and fighting. The characters are set for the battles that will rage across the pages, with no time to give your heart a break from the danger that Reuben and Elly face. Don’t miss this exciting and wonderfully written account of the world of the wild west. The next chapter in the Plainsmen Western series by BN Rundell, “The Trail to Reparation,” is available NOW!!!
• ASIN: B09QRLCJ2T
• Publisher: Wolfpack Publishing
• Publication Date: 4/16/2022
• File Size: 4496 KB
• Print Length: 228 pages
• Genre: Louis L'Amour Westerns, Western Fiction Classics, Frontier & Pioneer Western Fiction
Reuben & Elly Mae build their home and then find out their neighbors are Utes & Apache.
Reuben and Elly have had enough of the goldfields, traveling far south to build their cabin as their first home. After they get started, they find that their neighbors are Mouache Utes and Jicarilla Apaches. The Comanches, enemies of their neighbors, launch an attack and capture many of the women, including Elly and her friends. Of course, it is up to Reuben to find and rescue the girls from none other than about 100 proven warriors, Comancheros, plus some rebellious soldiers, then throw in some terrible weather. Still, Reuben is ready, and the story begins.
Join Reuben as he goes up against terrible odds to rescue his bride…
What did I like? Bob’s books are such a pleasure to read. I know that he has expertly researched everything down to the smallest detail. He softly feathers his beliefs across the pages and gives the characters his master touch for our pleasure.
What will you like? The details will whet your appetite for action and fighting. The characters are set for the battles that will rage across the pages, with no time to give your heart a break from the danger that Reuben and Elly face. Don’t miss this exciting and wonderfully written account of the world of the wild west. The next chapter in the Plainsmen Western series by BN Rundell, “The Trail to Reparation,” is available NOW!!!
• ASIN: B09QRLCJ2T
• Publisher: Wolfpack Publishing
• Publication Date: 4/16/2022
• File Size: 4496 KB
• Print Length: 228 pages
• Genre: Louis L'Amour Westerns, Western Fiction Classics, Frontier & Pioneer Western Fiction
August 12, 2022
Wholesome Western Adventure
These books by B. N. Rundell are adventurous but also shows how there was a Christian lifestyle lived out in the lives of some of the early settlers. It also shows that there were some who lived ungodly lives, which is still true to this day! As GOD’s HOLY SCRIPTURE reveals, there’s only two kinds of people in our world…those that are of our LORD JESUS CHRIST and those who follow satan.
These books by B. N. Rundell are adventurous but also shows how there was a Christian lifestyle lived out in the lives of some of the early settlers. It also shows that there were some who lived ungodly lives, which is still true to this day! As GOD’s HOLY SCRIPTURE reveals, there’s only two kinds of people in our world…those that are of our LORD JESUS CHRIST and those who follow satan.
August 23, 2023
I enjoyed this book, but...
Very good storyline, well written but a little too much preaching even for me. I understand why the author does it, after all he was a preacher himself, but out of the the books in this series, I really think he over did this one. It was as if he wanted a certain amount of words and filled them in with the Bible. Not sure if I will finish the rest of this series.
Very good storyline, well written but a little too much preaching even for me. I understand why the author does it, after all he was a preacher himself, but out of the the books in this series, I really think he over did this one. It was as if he wanted a certain amount of words and filled them in with the Bible. Not sure if I will finish the rest of this series.
March 21, 2022
Great rhythm to the story
Some stories are hard to read, the characters difficult to empathize with and the narrative doesn't flow. I'm no expert editor but I like this story even if it's a big far fetched, but what fella wouldn't want his partner to share his adventures. If this series is going farther then we will have to see if children will complicate their story line.
Some stories are hard to read, the characters difficult to empathize with and the narrative doesn't flow. I'm no expert editor but I like this story even if it's a big far fetched, but what fella wouldn't want his partner to share his adventures. If this series is going farther then we will have to see if children will complicate their story line.
March 24, 2022
great book in series
Great storyline of hardship and rescue. Love the way the writer weaves the characters together and proceeds on. Love the way he brings Acceptance and forgiveness and Gods word and creation into the story. Can not wait till the next book and continue story
Great storyline of hardship and rescue. Love the way the writer weaves the characters together and proceeds on. Love the way he brings Acceptance and forgiveness and Gods word and creation into the story. Can not wait till the next book and continue story
April 1, 2022
I really enjoyed this Book, in fact the whole series and am looking forward to Book 6... I like the strong Characters, and to me the Author is very descriptive of the Scenery and surrounds in his writing, one can almost feel, hear and see the colours and the Mountains... Thank You
April 7, 2022
Great Story
A great new chapter in a continuing story about a couple in the wilds of the Rocky Mountains. Interesting perspective on Native wars and attitudes of the US Army towards Natives in the West during the Civil War.
A great new chapter in a continuing story about a couple in the wilds of the Rocky Mountains. Interesting perspective on Native wars and attitudes of the US Army towards Natives in the West during the Civil War.
September 17, 2022
Another good one
Enjoyed this book as well as the last. Continue to keep your interest page after page. Good story and characters in this one.Continues to keep my interest And I enjoy his style of writing.
Enjoyed this book as well as the last. Continue to keep your interest page after page. Good story and characters in this one.Continues to keep my interest And I enjoy his style of writing.
October 31, 2022
5 Stars
Book 5 finds Reuben and Elly finding a place to build their cabin. When Elly and others are taken in a raid by Comanche. Reuben hits their trail to take them back. Good series.
Book 5 finds Reuben and Elly finding a place to build their cabin. When Elly and others are taken in a raid by Comanche. Reuben hits their trail to take them back. Good series.
March 24, 2022
Great story
Really good story from a great author. Strong characters and good story line. Keep up the good work and look forward to reading more!
Really good story from a great author. Strong characters and good story line. Keep up the good work and look forward to reading more!
March 26, 2022
Great
This story was over way too soon. I guess it will just have to continue in my imagination. Than you
This story was over way too soon. I guess it will just have to continue in my imagination. Than you
May 8, 2022
Done it again!
Bro. Rundell has done it for me again. I really appreciate his word pictures and sounds. Awesome series. Strongly recommend this writer.
Bro. Rundell has done it for me again. I really appreciate his word pictures and sounds. Awesome series. Strongly recommend this writer.
July 17, 2022
Awesome read
The writing style and character development through the action packed story makes you feel like you are there with the characters. Very enjoyable!
The writing style and character development through the action packed story makes you feel like you are there with the characters. Very enjoyable!
August 16, 2026
Christian western. This one wasn’t as good as some in the series. Suddenly Reuben’s voice is written in a twangy vernacular for parts
February 26, 2024
Hey there, fellow Western readers. I have the complete Plainsmans series by B.N. Rundell today.
The Plainsman Series: A Journey into the American West takes us on a wild ride as The Grundys travel, and danger lurks around every corner; we will find our favorite marshals facing trials that test their mettle. B.N. Rundell's 'Plainsman series' takes us on an enthralling journey through ten gripping books, each a gem in the crown of historical fiction. In BK One, we meet Reuben Grundy, a reluctant lawman just after the Civil War. In all the books after that, we find our heroes, 'The Grundys,' fighting for justice against those wrong, injured, or without faith. Join Reuben Grundy, his wife, and animals on this epic adventure—a tale of action, adventure, and clean romance. Pick up your copy as 'The American West' awaits you!
*Note: The Plainsman Western Series includes The Trail to Redemption, The Trail to Retaliation, The Trail to Restoration, The Trail to Revolution, The Trail to Reparation, The Trail to Rebellion, The Trail to Reservation,
• ASIN: B0C886HW48
• Publisher: Wolfpack Publishing
• Publication Date: 8/1/2023
• File Size: 3388 KB
• Print Length: 2282 pages
• Genre: Louis L'Amour Westerns, Western Fiction Classics, Frontier & Pioneer Western Fiction
The Plainsman Series: A Journey into the American West takes us on a wild ride as The Grundys travel, and danger lurks around every corner; we will find our favorite marshals facing trials that test their mettle. B.N. Rundell's 'Plainsman series' takes us on an enthralling journey through ten gripping books, each a gem in the crown of historical fiction. In BK One, we meet Reuben Grundy, a reluctant lawman just after the Civil War. In all the books after that, we find our heroes, 'The Grundys,' fighting for justice against those wrong, injured, or without faith. Join Reuben Grundy, his wife, and animals on this epic adventure—a tale of action, adventure, and clean romance. Pick up your copy as 'The American West' awaits you!
*Note: The Plainsman Western Series includes The Trail to Redemption, The Trail to Retaliation, The Trail to Restoration, The Trail to Revolution, The Trail to Reparation, The Trail to Rebellion, The Trail to Reservation,
• ASIN: B0C886HW48
• Publisher: Wolfpack Publishing
• Publication Date: 8/1/2023
• File Size: 3388 KB
• Print Length: 2282 pages
• Genre: Louis L'Amour Westerns, Western Fiction Classics, Frontier & Pioneer Western Fiction
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