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The Forever Mountain: A Lone McGantry Western
ON A JOURNEY OF REVENGE, THEY MUST FACE THE DANGERS AND UNEXPECTED BETRAYALS ALONG THE WAY.
The dying request of an old friend sends former Indian scout Lone McGantry on a perilous journey from the barren Nebraska Sandhills to the ragged, snowy peaks of the Colorado Rockies.
Danger dogs his trail right from the start, beginning with a pack of vengeful brothers out for his blood. Along the way, Lone crosses paths with a gang of ruthless robbers and also learns that a bounty placed on his head by a misguided cattle baron is responsible for hired guns swarming the territory in search of collecting the pay-out …
The only bright spot in any of this is the companionship of an abandoned Oriental beauty with her own desperate need to reach the mountains. Lone's grudging agreement to escort her only adds complications, but it also adds a bittersweet hint of romance he didn’t know he was missing.
The dying request of an old friend sends former Indian scout Lone McGantry on a perilous journey from the barren Nebraska Sandhills to the ragged, snowy peaks of the Colorado Rockies.
Danger dogs his trail right from the start, beginning with a pack of vengeful brothers out for his blood. Along the way, Lone crosses paths with a gang of ruthless robbers and also learns that a bounty placed on his head by a misguided cattle baron is responsible for hired guns swarming the territory in search of collecting the pay-out …
The only bright spot in any of this is the companionship of an abandoned Oriental beauty with her own desperate need to reach the mountains. Lone's grudging agreement to escort her only adds complications, but it also adds a bittersweet hint of romance he didn’t know he was missing.
292 pages, Paperback
Published January 7, 2021
About the author
Wayne D. Dundee
93 books19 followersWayne Dundee lives in the once-notorious old cowtown of Ogallala, on the hinge of Nebraska's panhandle. To date, Dundee has had six novels, three novellas, and over two dozen short stories published. All of the novels and most of the short stories have featured his PI protagonist, Joe Hannibal. He also writes in the fantasy, straight crime, and Western genres. Dismal River is his first Western novel.
Titles in the Hannibal series have been translated into several languages and nominated for an Edgar, an Anthony, and six Shamus Awards. Dundee also founded and was the original editor of Hardboiled Magazine.
A short Western story was recently named winner of the Peacemaker Award from the Western Fictioneers.
Titles in the Hannibal series have been translated into several languages and nominated for an Edgar, an Anthony, and six Shamus Awards. Dundee also founded and was the original editor of Hardboiled Magazine.
A short Western story was recently named winner of the Peacemaker Award from the Western Fictioneers.
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July 16, 2022
Returning home after events in the previous novel Rainrock Reckoning former Army Indian scout Lone McGantry finds his old comrade Peg O’Malley dying and vows to honour his good friend’s final wishes. After rescuing a young Chinese woman Tru Ming he finds himself with an unlikely trail companion on the way to bury Peg’s body on the Forever Mountain in the Colorado Rockies. Pretty soon Lone and Tru are joined on their journey by a couple of other down on their luck trail buddies, meanwhile a whole cesspit of villains, owlhoots and varmints are chasing after McGantry trying to claim a bounty that’s been foolishly placed on his head. But will the ones Lone grows to trust the most be the ones who turn on him when he least expects it? To summarise The Forever Mountain is another blazing saddle adventure of gunfights, gallantry and a dash of romance. The novel leaves the reader desperate to know what happens next in this thrilling western adventure by talented author Wayne D Dundee.
February 13, 2021
Some things just aren't meant to be easy!
Wayne D Dundee is one of the best western writers going around at this time. This is the third Lone McGantry story and like the others it doesn't disappoint.
This one finds McGantry on a quest to bury an old friend in the Rockies after the dying man requested it.
I guess some things aren't as easy as they should be.
The story is great, fast moving, and as always, well written. Once more Dundee has written a book that will entertain all readers.
Wayne D Dundee is one of the best western writers going around at this time. This is the third Lone McGantry story and like the others it doesn't disappoint.
This one finds McGantry on a quest to bury an old friend in the Rockies after the dying man requested it.
I guess some things aren't as easy as they should be.
The story is great, fast moving, and as always, well written. Once more Dundee has written a book that will entertain all readers.
March 28, 2021
When former Indian scout Lone McGantry returns from a business trip he finds his partner dying of wounds sustained in an attack by unidentified enemies who torched their cabin.
Lone vows to keep his promise to transport his friend's body into the high mountains so he can be laid to rest with his Indian wife. But first he must return to the ranch to assess damages and look for clues to who was responsible. There he comes under gunfire by a beautiful Asian woman holed up in the remains of the cabin. She has mistaken him for a group of cowboys who she'd driven off after they attempted to assault her.
The woman is also bound into the Rockies for reasons of her own, and they agree to team up for the perilous journey.
As they make preparations, Lone is forced into a gunfight with the cowhands, a situation with fatal consequences for several of them and which puts vengeful brothers on his trail.
This an absorbing tale with plenty of action, suspense, treachery and even a budding romance. The romance will have to be put on hold as Lone attends to other duties, but there's indication it might be resumed in a future book of the series. As always in a Dundee novel, the characters are well-drawn, the history accurate and the landscape so real you'll smell the sage and hear the gunfire in your imagination.
This is the second in the Lone McGantry series, but it isn't necessary to have read the first to enjoy the story.
Lone vows to keep his promise to transport his friend's body into the high mountains so he can be laid to rest with his Indian wife. But first he must return to the ranch to assess damages and look for clues to who was responsible. There he comes under gunfire by a beautiful Asian woman holed up in the remains of the cabin. She has mistaken him for a group of cowboys who she'd driven off after they attempted to assault her.
The woman is also bound into the Rockies for reasons of her own, and they agree to team up for the perilous journey.
As they make preparations, Lone is forced into a gunfight with the cowhands, a situation with fatal consequences for several of them and which puts vengeful brothers on his trail.
This an absorbing tale with plenty of action, suspense, treachery and even a budding romance. The romance will have to be put on hold as Lone attends to other duties, but there's indication it might be resumed in a future book of the series. As always in a Dundee novel, the characters are well-drawn, the history accurate and the landscape so real you'll smell the sage and hear the gunfire in your imagination.
This is the second in the Lone McGantry series, but it isn't necessary to have read the first to enjoy the story.
January 25, 2021
Been fortunate enough to having had the opportunity to read several of Mr. Finder's great western adventure stories, but this new release of Lone McGantry is definitely one of his very best. No down time throughout this compelling western masterpiece!
Most definitely five stars worthy, as this is a fast moving rendition of realistic old western folklore adventures, and each new adventure is definitely an outstanding event of unending excitement! Lone continuously proves himself worthy, as he pulls no punches in his descriptive renditions of old American western justice, which maintains anyone's undivided attention throughout these exceptionally descriptive renditions of how I perceived our old West was finally conquered!
Outstanding storylines from beginning to end, and as always, Mr. Dundee's successful selections of characters were perfectly selected for their commanding assignments throughout this polarizing series of events! I found it hard to put this compelling series of unending exciting, and somewhat heartwarming, events aside until the final paragraph had been read!
If you have never read any of Mr. Dundee's successful releases, then these heartwarming adventures should, most definitely be the one to start you on the trail of following this compassionately motivated Author! You western folklore lovers will definitely be appeased with following this compelling new adventurous character, as he is definitely exciting in his outstanding efforts in American western folklore justice. Too, his associates bring their own commanding assignments to the forefront throughout the entire series of ongoing western excursions. Even you non-western readers will find yourselves completely engrossed within the first few pages of Lone, and his crew, as this fast moving group of justice seekers will appease your appetite throughout the Author's successful descriptiveness of each and every exciting episode!!!😃
Most definitely five stars worthy, as this is a fast moving rendition of realistic old western folklore adventures, and each new adventure is definitely an outstanding event of unending excitement! Lone continuously proves himself worthy, as he pulls no punches in his descriptive renditions of old American western justice, which maintains anyone's undivided attention throughout these exceptionally descriptive renditions of how I perceived our old West was finally conquered!
Outstanding storylines from beginning to end, and as always, Mr. Dundee's successful selections of characters were perfectly selected for their commanding assignments throughout this polarizing series of events! I found it hard to put this compelling series of unending exciting, and somewhat heartwarming, events aside until the final paragraph had been read!
If you have never read any of Mr. Dundee's successful releases, then these heartwarming adventures should, most definitely be the one to start you on the trail of following this compassionately motivated Author! You western folklore lovers will definitely be appeased with following this compelling new adventurous character, as he is definitely exciting in his outstanding efforts in American western folklore justice. Too, his associates bring their own commanding assignments to the forefront throughout the entire series of ongoing western excursions. Even you non-western readers will find yourselves completely engrossed within the first few pages of Lone, and his crew, as this fast moving group of justice seekers will appease your appetite throughout the Author's successful descriptiveness of each and every exciting episode!!!😃
March 15, 2024
Hello Western Adventure Readers,
Welcome back to the rugged trails of the Lone McGantry series by Wayne D Dundee. Buckle up for "The Forever Mountain," the second book that gallops into the heart of the Wild West with a gripping tale of loyalty, betrayal, and the unyielding spirit of adventure. Our stoic hero, Lone McGantry, is thunderstruck by the harrowing news that a band of ruthless owl hoots has brutally shot up his best friend, Peg. The tragedy strikes deep, leaving Lone reeling as he learns of Peg's final moments, fighting for life at their fledgling ranch—a dream they had both nurtured with sweat and blood. Peg hung on long enough for Lone to get there and hear his last simple yet profound wish: to rest eternally beside his beloved wife amidst the serene beauty of the Colorado Rockies. As Lone sets out on this solemn quest, danger lurks at every turn, shadowing his every move with the ominous threat of death. But fate has a sliver of light in store for our weary traveler. In an unexpected twist, Lone crosses paths with a young, beautiful Oriental woman, abandoned and vulnerable after her father's tragic death. A bond forms between them as Lone vows to escort her to the safety of her kin. Together, they embark on a perilous journey fraught with peril and uncertainty. Yet amidst the looming shadows of danger, a delicate romance blossoms, offering a glimmer of hope in a land where only the toughest survive. Stay tuned as we ride alongside Lone McGantry through the treacherous landscapes and twisted fates that await in "The Forever Mountain." Pick up your copy as we saddle up with McGantry on his suspenseful journeys
• ASIN: B08Q4J4XBC
• Publisher: Wolfpack Publishing
• Publication Date: 1/13/2021
• File Size: 3672 KB
• Print Length: 294 pages
• Genre: Old West History of the U.S. - Western Fiction Classics - Men's Adventure
Welcome back to the rugged trails of the Lone McGantry series by Wayne D Dundee. Buckle up for "The Forever Mountain," the second book that gallops into the heart of the Wild West with a gripping tale of loyalty, betrayal, and the unyielding spirit of adventure. Our stoic hero, Lone McGantry, is thunderstruck by the harrowing news that a band of ruthless owl hoots has brutally shot up his best friend, Peg. The tragedy strikes deep, leaving Lone reeling as he learns of Peg's final moments, fighting for life at their fledgling ranch—a dream they had both nurtured with sweat and blood. Peg hung on long enough for Lone to get there and hear his last simple yet profound wish: to rest eternally beside his beloved wife amidst the serene beauty of the Colorado Rockies. As Lone sets out on this solemn quest, danger lurks at every turn, shadowing his every move with the ominous threat of death. But fate has a sliver of light in store for our weary traveler. In an unexpected twist, Lone crosses paths with a young, beautiful Oriental woman, abandoned and vulnerable after her father's tragic death. A bond forms between them as Lone vows to escort her to the safety of her kin. Together, they embark on a perilous journey fraught with peril and uncertainty. Yet amidst the looming shadows of danger, a delicate romance blossoms, offering a glimmer of hope in a land where only the toughest survive. Stay tuned as we ride alongside Lone McGantry through the treacherous landscapes and twisted fates that await in "The Forever Mountain." Pick up your copy as we saddle up with McGantry on his suspenseful journeys
• ASIN: B08Q4J4XBC
• Publisher: Wolfpack Publishing
• Publication Date: 1/13/2021
• File Size: 3672 KB
• Print Length: 294 pages
• Genre: Old West History of the U.S. - Western Fiction Classics - Men's Adventure
October 15, 2022
The Forever Mountain: A Lone McGantry Western
This book was absolutely wonderful, fantastic and I loved it! Definitely a must read for excitement and lots of drama, exciting moments and characters, lots of action packed scenes throughout this book, so many you won't be sorry for reading it, so don't miss this book this Author will have you captured from the first page until the last! BMA🤠📚🔥🐝🎶
This book was absolutely wonderful, fantastic and I loved it! Definitely a must read for excitement and lots of drama, exciting moments and characters, lots of action packed scenes throughout this book, so many you won't be sorry for reading it, so don't miss this book this Author will have you captured from the first page until the last! BMA🤠📚🔥🐝🎶
April 21, 2021
Good book
Enjoyed this book mostly. Had trouble with the occasional use of my Lord's name in vain.The cursing can be shown in other ways without actually the words. Nevertheless I finished the book skimming over the offensive words. Liked the ending. Usually give a 5 rating as this author writes a great story.
Enjoyed this book mostly. Had trouble with the occasional use of my Lord's name in vain.The cursing can be shown in other ways without actually the words. Nevertheless I finished the book skimming over the offensive words. Liked the ending. Usually give a 5 rating as this author writes a great story.
October 26, 2021
Lone and his journey
Lone McGrantry had found out that his pardner Old Peg, had been killed. He would take Peg to the place where he wanted to be buried. But he would also have bring the Chinese lady named Tru to her uncle's house in Colorado. They may become more than just a traveling party.
Lone McGrantry had found out that his pardner Old Peg, had been killed. He would take Peg to the place where he wanted to be buried. But he would also have bring the Chinese lady named Tru to her uncle's house in Colorado. They may become more than just a traveling party.
July 6, 2023
great but repeated some
On the repeat a suggestion that a prologuedw explains existing fact of how Loner got his. Name and how he was raised so those of us that plan to read all of your books can skip reading it in every writing, just a thought.l Great story
And hard to stop reading.
On the repeat a suggestion that a prologuedw explains existing fact of how Loner got his. Name and how he was raised so those of us that plan to read all of your books can skip reading it in every writing, just a thought.l Great story
And hard to stop reading.
February 9, 2021
The Forever Mountain
This was a good read that just seemed right in every way, there were no big heros but Lone and even then he wasn't shoved in your face. The story was smooth and easy to follow, and just meshed with ease.
This was a good read that just seemed right in every way, there were no big heros but Lone and even then he wasn't shoved in your face. The story was smooth and easy to follow, and just meshed with ease.
May 15, 2021
Hope McGantry has a mission!
Hope had been gone quite a while. His partner had been shot and their horses were missing. The author did an excellent job of getting Hope through a lot of problems.
Hope had been gone quite a while. His partner had been shot and their horses were missing. The author did an excellent job of getting Hope through a lot of problems.
May 27, 2021
Perfect
Few stories are perfectly written - this is one of them: the (mostly) solitary man who does what is right - helping the downtrodden & dispossessed, often at his own peril.
I look forward to reading more stories of the exploits of Lone McGantry
Few stories are perfectly written - this is one of them: the (mostly) solitary man who does what is right - helping the downtrodden & dispossessed, often at his own peril.
I look forward to reading more stories of the exploits of Lone McGantry
July 14, 2023
Excellent western story
Lone is a good man and a great friend. Peg was murder while Lone was away. When he got back to his ranch, he found Trump an Chinese lady who had lost her uncle and needed help. They continue together to Ft Collins.
Lone is a good man and a great friend. Peg was murder while Lone was away. When he got back to his ranch, he found Trump an Chinese lady who had lost her uncle and needed help. They continue together to Ft Collins.
January 16, 2021
Thoroughly enjoyed this book and look forward to reading more of Mr. Dundee
January 21, 2021
Good read
A good story line with enough twists and turns to keep you interested a pity though he didn't take up the opportunity to stay with Tru
A good story line with enough twists and turns to keep you interested a pity though he didn't take up the opportunity to stay with Tru
January 25, 2021
The Forever Mountain
thank you Wayne Dundee for a really great book to read. Look forward to many more. Again thank you for these books to read.
thank you Wayne Dundee for a really great book to read. Look forward to many more. Again thank you for these books to read.
February 24, 2021
Rating
This was a very good book. I was impressed with the story. I hope to read some more books from this author.
This was a very good book. I was impressed with the story. I hope to read some more books from this author.
March 5, 2021
Very good book, Icould’nt put it down. Just the right amount of unrequited love, revenge and friendship in the old west!Q
March 27, 2021
Great
I'm sorry I did not read this first, before readings about his travel to look for the five men who killed his friend and partner.
I'm sorry I did not read this first, before readings about his travel to look for the five men who killed his friend and partner.
April 21, 2021
Good book
Read all of the books in order to really enjoy it. Storyline continues to grow and develop. Characters are realistic and get better and better.
Read all of the books in order to really enjoy it. Storyline continues to grow and develop. Characters are realistic and get better and better.
October 28, 2021
Continuing saga of Lone McGantry detailing the trek from Nebraska to Rockies and the humanities of man at that time in history.
January 10, 2022
Such History!
I just love anything written about western adventures. You will enjoy the twists and turns the story takes. Neat characters too.
I just love anything written about western adventures. You will enjoy the twists and turns the story takes. Neat characters too.
July 27, 2022
good series
Author has a great series. Good main character and lots of intrigue and other characters that blend in well keep up the good work.
Author has a great series. Good main character and lots of intrigue and other characters that blend in well keep up the good work.
May 8, 2024
Entertaining, with plenty of cowboy speak
November 27, 2024
To honor a life
So far these McGantry westerns have been very good reading. Excellent stories.
Honoring an old friend on his last journey is part of the old west.
So far these McGantry westerns have been very good reading. Excellent stories.
Honoring an old friend on his last journey is part of the old west.
December 27, 2024
Good solid western
Writing is not in the category of the old masters, but a good solid story and believable characterizations you can learn to respect. I'll read more.
Writing is not in the category of the old masters, but a good solid story and believable characterizations you can learn to respect. I'll read more.
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January 13, 2021
I thought it was an excellent book .Enjoyed it immensely .
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