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The only treasure in this land is water...Running from an Indian war party, Heck hunkers down in a cluster of boulders sheltering the only water for miles—and several strangers awaiting the impending siege.Here, Heck will make his stand, facing not only the war party but also danger from within. Because…


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1 author picked Heck's Stand as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

It's book five, the grand finale in a western series that I wish would go on forever.

The main character, Hector Martin, is a good, old-fashioned hero. He's daring, adventuresome, and there's not much he can't overcome. Still, the frontier throws plenty of trouble his way. While this character takes center stage, what I love about this book and the series is the focus on family. The wilderness itself feels like a character in the series.

If you love frontier and pioneer fiction, mountain man stories, classic westerns, or gripping adventures, like me, this book/series is for you.

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