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A search for a simpler, more rewarding lifestyle brings Trent Jones and his wife Olga to the ghost town of Terlingua, Texas so that Trent can accept the unusual job of teacher/principal/janitor of a one-room schoolhouse. So what if the princely sum of half his current salary would make it impossible for them to afford a telephone, or that they would have to haul drinking water from five miles away. It was a challenge whose rewards far outweighed any inconvenience. The colorful residents, the school children, the beauty of the vast and awsome Trans-Pecos all play their part in making this an unforgettable experience and inspirational triumph. Terlingua Teacher gives us a unique definition of what make a person a "success" and offers an insider's look at our hard-working educators and the sacrifices they often make. In its third printing since original publication in 1978. A afterword has been added to bring the reader up to date on the Jonses and the Terlingua School.

In this breathless new installment in bestselling author Ralph Compton's the Gunfighter series, an ex-con fights to free his hometown from the clutches of a greedy land baron. When twenty-five-year-old Lewis Taylor is released from the Texas State Prison, he receives little attention as he walks into the midday sunlight, free after serving five years for a crime he didn’t commit. His only interest is in getting back to his hometown of Gila Bend, Texas, a quiet farming community about which he has only warm, idyllic memories. During his long years in prison, he survived by thinking fondly of the home he'd known since boyhood—and of one special girl, Darla Winslow. What he finds instead is a town dramatically changed. Once a happy and carefree place to live, it is now populated by people who are angry and afraid. One man, Captain Archer Ringewald, has taken control of the town, and now he's turning the townspeople, even Darla, against Taylor. Can one ex-con single-handedly save an entire town?

"I don't care who you hire, or what the company has to pay him ... so long as he's the best there is."This anguished cry from the wife of murder victim Dean Milo would draw private investigator Bill Dear into one of the most frustrating and ultimately triumphant cases of his career.Dean Milo was a phenomenally successful businessman who had built a tiny family business into a $50 million-a-year corporation. Along the way he had established a lengthy list of enemies that began with his immediate family and stretched throughout the social and business community. His fast-track ride to the top came to a violent halt on August 11, 1980, when Milo was found dead in his luxurious Ohio home, shot twice in the head. A blank telegram form lay nearby.Four months after his death, the investigation remained a confusing collection of non sequiturs. Clues pointed toward Milo's involvement with the Mafia, the drug world, and the gay community. His own family refused to cooperate with the authorities. And time was ticking by ...In desperation, Maggie Milo turned to Texas private eye Bill Dear. This is the gripping story of the remarkable collaboration between Dear and the police detectives of Akron, Ohio, that led to eleven convictions, an Ohio record. It is also a tale of the human weakness, desperation, and overwhelming greed that led to a sudden death.

Set against the backdrop of a 1983 Dallas suburb, the story unfolds with the shocking murder of Rozanne Gailiunas, discovered bound and shot while her young son slept nearby. As suspicion falls on her husband, Dr. Peter Gailiunas, and her lover, Larry Aylor, the investigation takes a dramatic turn when an unexpected informant reveals that the true orchestrator is Joy Aylor, Larry's wife. Consumed by jealousy and greed, she orchestrates a deadly contract that targets both Rozanne and her own husband, leading to a gripping tale of betrayal.

A chilling unsolved murder spree has gripped a small town, leaving its residents in a state of perpetual fear and suspicion. As secrets unravel and tensions rise, the community grapples with the haunting question of who among them could be a killer. The story delves into the psychological impact of living in fear, exploring themes of trust, betrayal, and the darkness that can lurk beneath the surface of seemingly ordinary lives. The narrative promises a gripping exploration of human nature in the face of terror.

A farmer is pulled into the world of outlaws when his estranged brother turns up dead in this new Ralph Compton Western. Brothers Clay and Cal Breckenridge, sons of a hardscrabble East Texas farmer, never did see eye to eye. Clay, the eldest, returned home after the Civil War to help his father run the family farm; Cal deserted his military post and disappeared into a new life with a new name. Everyone knew who was the good son and who was the bad. Clay had almost forgotten his wayward brother until the morning a limping horse approaches the farm with young Cal Breckenridge’s body slumped in the saddle, shot in the back. Vowing to avenge Cal’s death, Clay sets off on a perilous journey across the West to find the man responsible and bring him to justice—and take down an outlaw enterprise in the process.

This book is a fast-paced collection of 17 true crime stories from the award- winning The Dallas Observer. schovat popis

In this gripping western tale, a ruthless rancher finds himself at odds with a formidable opponent, leading to a clash of wills and survival. As tensions escalate, themes of vengeance and justice come to the forefront, showcasing the harsh realities of frontier life. The story unfolds with intense confrontations and moral dilemmas, reflecting the gritty nature of the genre and the struggle for power in a lawless land. Readers can expect a fast-paced narrative filled with action and compelling characters.

Exploring the diverse tapestry of Texas, this collection features brief true stories that highlight unique cultural and historical elements, such as the invention of the hamburger and the smallest skyscraper. Each piece captures moments of local significance, from cherished family experiences to culinary delights like chicken-fried steak and barbecue. With a foreword by Elroy Bode, the author, Carlton Stowers, draws on his extensive background as an award-winning journalist to celebrate the essence of Texas through engaging narratives.

In this compelling new installment of bestselling author Ralph Compton's Sundown Riders series, a man seeks revenge for the death of his wife and sons while caring for his traumatized daughter. Carl Novak returned to the Texas hill country after fighting in the Civil War, but unlike most of his neighbors, Carl didn't fight for the Confederacy. He was a Union soldier. Carl tries to resume his life as a farmer with his wife and three children. One day, when returning from an overnight trip to buy a calf, he finds his home burned to the ground and, even worse, his wife and sons murdered. His young daughter escaped the slaughter by hiding in the fields. She is so traumatized that she refuses to speak. Carl has one clue: a group of strangers has just left town. One man had a tattoo of a scorpion on his hand and one man was missing two fingers. Carl is determined to track them and exact his revenge.