Heck's Gamble — John Deacon

WINNER TAKE ALL...Heck Martin battled Indians, bandits, and grizzly bears to make his valley the gem of the frontier. He overcame big obstacles to buy the land, build a town, and bring in a herd of longhorns.Now, ruthless San Francisco gold baron Percival Dumay threatens everything Heck worked so hard to accomplish. With the help of crooked politicians and an army of tough prospectors, he aims to take Heck's gold, his land, and his life.But this time, Dumay is fighting dirty against the wrong man.Heck's Gamble is a classic Western with a touch of romance. It's perfect for fans of C.J. Petit and R.O. Lane.John Deacon writes the kind of Westerns I like to read-gritty and fun with lots of heart. - Don Bentley, New York Times Bestselling author of the Matt Drake series and Tom Clancy Jack Ryan, Jr. novels