Alfred V. Cafiero

Within the pages of this novel you will read of riveting action and adventure, romance, philosophy and Civil War history. The era is post-Civil War when pioneers from the east migrated westward in search of opportunity and security in land ownership. The destruction murder, rape and arson of homestead family by three desperados, lead the surviving child Billy Reed to grow up seeking vengeance on the three miscreants responsible for the atrocities committed against his family. While growing up Billy befriended a well-known gun slinger and bounty hunter named Joe Young, who taught Billy everything he knew about shooting and tracking outlaws. Joe Young became Billy’s adopted brother and accompanied Billy on his search for the three villains. To complete his education, Billy sought out the famous Simon Ganz, the best sharp shooter and paladin in the West, for his wisdom and knowledge in apprehending criminals and lawbreakers. The friendship between Simon and Billy developed into a father and son relationship, which necessitated that Simon tag along on Billy’s mission. The manner in which the three scoundrels were apprehended is a study in strategy only Simon Ganz could provide. The destiny and fate of the three rogues would be decided by Billy.