Synopsis:

A new bride faces questions about her marriage in the shadow of a prairie blizzard. A minister’s decision to raise sheep in cattle country stirs up controversy among his new congregation. A spunky ranch girl matches wits with a thief. A World War II veteran struggles with wartime scars while assuming the responsibilities of the family ranch.

And in the title story, a man is found shot beside a branding fire and a young rancher is accused of murder—but what crime was really committed there?

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What To Expect:

Readers can expect old-fashioned western short stories in the vein of Louis L’Amour and O. Henry. Some stories have specifically Christian content, while others do not, but all are clean and uplifting.

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Content Warnings:

Language: None

Sexual Content: None

Violence: Mild – Some cowboy violence including fistfights and threats of gunplay and lynching. Nothing gory or senseless.

Substance Use: Mild – Alcohol mentioned as being drunk by adults, but not abused.

Prejudices: Mild – Ageism, prejudice against sheep ranchers

Religious Themes: Upholds Christian values and beliefs

Other Topics: One story (“Big Aspen”) delves into the psychological trauma involved in surviving WWII and returning home to try to live a normal life.

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