Nik James

Disclaimer: I received a free copy of this book in return for my honest review. All opinions are my own.

Nikoo and Jim are masters at crafting unique, vibrant characters. Branching out into the Western genre doesn't change that. Elkhorn, Colorado, is a growing town teeming with life and enough trouble to keep Caleb Marlowe on his toes.

Full review: https://rebeccasreadingcorner.blog/review-nik-james-high-country-justice/… (plus d'informations)

Silver Trail Christmas by Nik James
Caleb Marlowe 3

Caleb’s friend and ranching partner, Henry Jordan, races into chapter one carrying news that requires immediate attention quickly setting the stage for upcoming events that will impact the two of them, their friends, and their future depending on the outcome of the story. Old and new issues and enemies rear their heads with surprises, twists, turns, and hardship to face before the last page. Great addition to the series!

What I liked:
* Caleb: left abusive home at sixteen, survived on his own, met someone who changed his life, varied job history, tracker, sure-shot, quick-draw, fights for what is right, true friend, helps those in need, building a new life on his ranch, sweet on Sheila
* Henry: good friend, ladies’ man, trouble-magnet, eloquent, tease, nice guy, has potential, eager to find out what will happen next in his life
* Sheila: Doc Burnett’s daughter, raised on the East Coast, educated, adapting to the West, strong, adaptable, friend to many, openminded, sweet on Caleb
* Paddy: orphan living with the Rogers family hoping to be taken in by Caleb
* Bear (big dog) and Pirate (horse): Caleb’s friends that are more than animals
* Doc Burnett: educated, wise, helps all, war surgeon, would like for him to find someone someday, too
* Curious about Belle Constant – owner of saloon and associated businesses…think there is more to her and her story than we might realize
* Red Annie O’Neal: independent, wears men’s clothing, Sheila’s friend, carries the mail, travels a lot, strong, capable, intriguing – hope to see more of her in the futur
* Bass, Duke, and Tex: longhorn trail herders that met hard times, good men, honest, hope they show up in the next book
* The plot, character development, pacing, and writing
* That most of the bad guys were dealt with…though there are a few remaining and no doubt other troubles to be faced in the next book
* The positive hopeful ending and hoping that Karma hits a few more for what they have been up to

What I didn’t like:
* Who and what I was meant not to like…some rather reprehensible characters and acts perpetrated by them
* Having to wait for the next book in the series

Did I enjoy this book? Yes
Would I read more in this series? Definitely

Thank you to NetGalley and Sourcebooks Casablanca for the ARC – This is my honest review.

5 Stars… (plus d'informations)

Bullets and Silver is the second installment from the Caleb Marlowe series. It is, also, the first book I have read by Nik James. It definitely will not be the last. Even though this is part of a series, I felt that I was able to gather enough information to read it as a stand alone. Being a western fan, I was excited to have an opportunity to read this one. I was far from being disappointed. I enjoyed getting to know Caleb. He was an entertaining character that kept me intrigued. The book is not a long one and I had no problem reading the whole book in one sitting. It was full of action, suspense and adventure. Everything I love in a book. I thought every single page was great!

I am giving Bullets and Silver five stars. I highly recommend it for readers who enjoy reading historical westerns. I look forward to reading the other books from the Caleb Marlowe series, especially the first book, High Country Justice, to find out what happened previously.

I received a paperback copy of Bullets and Silver from the publisher, but was not required to write a positive review. This review is one hundred percent my own honest opinion.… (plus d'informations)

Bullets and Silver by Nik James
Caleb Marlowe #2

Another riveting read in a wonderful Western series! Caleb Marlowe is definitely a force to be reckoned with and someone you want on your side…not against you!

What I liked:
* Caleb: a man of his word, excellent marksman, quick draw when necessary, good friend, capable, intelligent, sees issues that need to be handled and deals with them in the appropriate way…really like him and this series.
* Sheila: Doc Burnett’s daughter, raised by grandparents on the east coast, finding her feet in the West, strong, resourceful, has her eye on Caleb and might be perfect for him…eventually
* Doc Burnett: town doctor, willingly treats any patient, sees people clearly for what they truly are, good father, good friend
* Malachi: Blacksmith, father of Gabe, took young Paddy in – the three will probably play parts in the future books of the series
* Zeke: the sheriff…curious about him and what part he will play in the future
* The group that saved Caleb when he was in medical need…and how Caleb assisted them in the end
* Red Annie: strong woman, independent, great shot, skilled on the trail, friend to Caleb, a good sort that I would like to see again…wondering if she might have a yen for Caleb’s partner Henry Jordan
* Henry: has a story of his own and loved it, too. Glad he showed up at the end of this story and hope to see him again soon
* Bear: a wonderful dog that accepted Caleb as his own
* Thinking about what life might have been like back then and being glad I live now
* The tie-in of Elijah Starr-evil personified and someone that should be put down like the rabid dog he is
* Knowing that there is another book to look forward to

What I didn’t like:
* Elijah Starr and the thugs employed by him - villains it was easy to hate
* Thinking about the prejudice that was rampant at that time and wishing that it did not still exist
* Knowing that people like Judge Patterson and Robber Barron Eric Goulden weren’t much different one from the other…and wondering what they might get up to in the future.
* Having to wait for the next book to be ready to read.

Did I enjoy this book? Yes
Would I read more in this series? Definitely!

Thank you to NetGalley and Sourcebooks Casablanca for the ARC – This is my honest review.

5 Stars… (plus d'informations)