Today I am reviewing the western romance Keeper Tyree by S. Cox...
About the book
Keeper Tyree is an aging bounty hunter who lives by his own set of rules. He’s a hard man, but just, and his word is his bond. He’s a loner and likes it that way. Then Cathleen O’Donnell catapults into his life looking to hire his gun. Josiah Pardee has killed her boy, and she’s out for vengeance. Somehow all his hard and fast rules, including working alone and minding his own business, crumbles in the face of the immovable widow he now works for. He finds himself rescuing soiled doves, a myopic bookworm more suited to city life than the Wild West, and an hombre being dragged to death by angry cardplayers, as he tracks down the murdering sidewinder Josiah Pardee.
My review for the book August 21st 2021
This is not the first book I have read by the author and won’t be the last. Having been brought up watching the great westerns of the 40s and 50s, I like the authenticity of Ms. Cox’s writing and the fact her characters, male and female are gritty, colourful and have gumption.
The plot of this book has all the elements of an action packed, gun slinging, baddies vs. good guys western set in the rugged and dangerous landscape of the Badlands. There is some added story lines running parallel with the main action provided by the assorted fellow travelers the central characters meet along the way. It was a tough world with few options for women, and yet even soiled doves as they are referred to, are offered respect by those who appreciate their choices were made to survive.
Keeper Tyree is getting on a bit, and whilst I am not averse to the vision of a strapping young cowboy, it is refreshing to enjoy the depiction of a slightly more seasoned veteran of this harsh environment. I would certainly be very happy for Tyree to have my back in a gunfight as he is still quick on the draw.
Add in the simmering romance that comes to the boil over the story and the book is a very satisfying read all round. I can highly recommend to both Western and Romance fans.
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About Sandra Cox
Multi-published author Sandra Cox writes YA Fantasy, Romance, and Metaphysical Nonfiction. She lives in sunny North Carolina with her husband, a brood of critters and an occasional foster cat. Although shopping is high on the list, her greatest pleasure is sitting on her screened in porch, listening to the birds, sipping coffee or an iced latte and enjoying a good book. She’s a vegetarian, a Muay Thai enthusiast and has a weakness for peanut M and Ms.
Thank you for dropping in today and I hope you will head over to check out Sandra’s books.. thanks Sally.
Wonderful review! I loved this story and character:)
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Thanks for adding your recommendation Denise.. a winner in my book..hugsxx
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This book is on my TBR list, Sally. Thank you for sharing your thoughts!
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I am sure you will fall in love with Keeper Jan.. ♥
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I agree completely with your review. Yee-haw. I have enjoyed all the Westerns written by Ms. Cox.
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What a great review, Sally. Congratulations to Sandra.
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Thanks Toni…hugsx
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Great review, Sally. I enjoyed this one too. I like older main characters and Keeper Tyree is a good one (well he’s only in his forties, but you know what I mean). Congrats to Sandra on the awesome review.
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I had a chuckle to myself when he was describing his thinning hair etc about the fact I am old enough to be his mum!! ♥
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Ha ha.:-D
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Reblogged this on OPENED HERE >> https:/BOOKS.ESLARN-NET.DE.
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Thanks for sharing Michael…hugsx
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Thank you for sharing this lovely review, Sally! With this book I am learning to love westerns again. Far from John Wayne. The films always got on my nerves, somehow. 😉 xx Michael
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Glad you enjoyed Michael.. Sandra writes them so well.. Some movies were a bit cheesy but part of the pleasure for me was watching them with my father and seeing his pleasure…hugsxx
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Wonderful review! I recently finished this story myself and loved it. Keeper Tyree reminds me of Clint Eastwood, lol
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Thanks Jacquie and you could be right… in his Good the Bad and the Ugly days…hugsxx
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I used to love westerns when I was growing up. This sounds to be a typical one. Great review.
Good luck to the author for many sales.
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Thanks Viv.. and yes great classic style.. enjoy the rest of your weekend..hugsx
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Wonderful review Sal. Congrats to Sandra. ❤
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Thanks Debby a lovely piece of escapism into another time.. ♥
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Lovely review Sally! Sandra’s style of writing won my heart long ago.
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Aww, thanks, Balroop, and may I say the same of your verse.
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🥰💕💕
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I am a recent fan in the last year but definitely hooked..hugs Balroop..♥
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What a lovely surprise, Sally. Thanks so much for featuring me at the Smorgasbord:)
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Delighted to share Sandra.. loved the book..enjoy your weekend..hugsx
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I love all of Sandra’s books and this one tops them all. How does she keep doing it?
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Thanks, Jacqui, and right back at ya:)
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I have no idea Jacqui but I hope she keeps doing it…hugsx
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I think it’s her niche. I am always happy when a new Western rolls off of her pen.
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Terrific review, Sally. Congratulations to Sandra. Thanks for sharing it.
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Thanks, John:)
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Thanks John.. terrific read…hugs
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This sounds wonderful, Sally. Westerns seem to have gone out of style and I grew up with them!
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It is wonderful Noelle and I have enjoyed all of Sandra’s books I have read so far.. I grew up with them too and the stories are a wonderful reminder..hugsx
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Thanks, Noelle. And thanks, Sally, for your kind words:)
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Pleasure Sandra.. hugsx
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Excellent review. I wish the author many sales.
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Thanks Joelle.. lovely books.. hugs
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Thanks, Joelle. From your lips to readers ears:)
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