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The Making of a Man

by Terence Newnes Book 3 in the Bailey Clan Westerns series.

First published 2024

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After his brothers set out searching for gold, Luke Bailey is left at home, eager for his own adventure. Scouting land for a new ranch, Luke's journey takes him to Shackelford, where his quiet strength and sense of justice quickly get him in trouble. Pinning on a deputy’s star, he finds himself facing challenges far beyond what he imagined.

After discovering the body of a murdered rancher, Luke falls in love with the rancher's daughter, Gina, but a ruthless carpetbagger is looking to seize their land. Armed with the skills he honed in the Cedar Creek war, Luke is ready for battle. And this time, he's fighting for love, land and honor.

Historical Periods

Emancipation and Reconstruction1863–1877 CE

Genres

Coming-of-Age Fiction Historical Sagas Romance Western & Frontier Fiction

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