Lawless: New Stories of the American West

"Everyone operates at the top of their game... The collection serves up a consistent quality of storytelling. The odds are you'll find a new writer to follow as well as enjoying the yarns spun by the reliable hands." —THE HARD WORDDOWN THESE DUSTY TRAILS…Saddle up for a wild ride in this all-new volume of original short stories that explore the untamed lands and rugged characters that define the western frontier. From outlaws and lawmen to cowboys and frontiersmen, these tales capture the rough and tumble spirit of the West in all its glory and danger.Lawless brings together thirteen of today’s best writers, each offering a unique perspective on the American frontier. From a boy caught between his abusive stepfather and the bank robbers he stumbles across to a young woman willing to do whatever she must for her freedom to a heart-pounding tale of tracking outlaws across the southwestern territories, these stories will transport you back to a time when the West was still raw and untamed, justice is scarce and life a constant battle for survival.Featuring tales of adventure, intrigue, and the timeless struggle between good and evil, Lawless will take you on an unforgettable journey through the untamed heart of the American West.Featuring stories Johnny D. BoggsBill BrooksKatrina CarrascoJames CicconeCK CriggerLoren D. EstlemanSteve HockensmithJoe R. LansdaleMelissa LenhardtJeff MariotteDeborah MorganJames ReasonerLarry D. Sweazy