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Linda Turner

"The Wild West" series

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The Wild West is a historical fiction series written by Linda Turner. The series explores the lives of the people who settled in the American West during the 19th century. The author provides a vivid and authentic portrayal of the time period, including the challenges and dangers they faced.

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    Charles Portis

    True Grit

    This book is a great choice for fans of 'The Wild West' series as it features a strong-willed female protagonist, Mattie Ross, who seeks revenge for her father's death in the wild west. The novel is known for its humor, vivid descriptions, and memorable characters, much like Turner's series.

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    Larry McMurtry

    Lonesome Dove

    A classic of the western genre, 'Lonesome Dove' tells the story of two former Texas Rangers who embark on a cattle drive from Texas to Montana. The novel is praised for its richly drawn characters, epic scope, and authentic portrayal of the American West, making it a great fit for fans of 'The Wild West' series.

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    Patrick deWitt

    The Sisters Brothers

    This darkly comic novel follows the exploits of the Sisters brothers, a pair of hired guns in the American West. The novel's unique blend of humor, violence, and existential introspection makes it a great choice for fans of 'The Wild West' series who are looking for something a bit different.

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    Glendon Swarthout

    The Shootist

    In this novel, an aging gunfighter, J.B. Books, comes to terms with his own mortality as he seeks a peaceful death in the changing West. Fans of 'The Wild West' series will enjoy the novel's authentic portrayal of the West and its exploration of the themes of violence, honor, and redemption.

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    Jack Schaefer

    Monte Walsh

    This novel tells the story of Monte Walsh, a cowboy who struggles to adapt to the changing West. Fans of 'The Wild West' series will appreciate the novel's realistic portrayal of the West and its exploration of the themes of friendship, loyalty, and the passage of time.

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    Walter Van Tilburg Clark

    The Ox-Bow Incident

    This novel explores the themes of mob violence and the breakdown of social order in the West. Fans of 'The Wild West' series will enjoy the novel's authentic portrayal of the West and its exploration of the darker aspects of human nature.

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    A.B. Guthrie Jr.

    The Big Sky

    This novel tells the story of a group of fur trappers who journey westward in search of adventure and fortune. Fans of 'The Wild West' series will appreciate the novel's richly drawn characters, vivid descriptions, and exploration of the themes of freedom, ambition, and the human spirit.

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    Alan Le May

    The Searchers

    This novel tells the story of a Civil War veteran, Amos Edwards, who embarks on a quest to find his niece, who has been kidnapped by Comanches. Fans of 'The Wild West' series will appreciate the novel's authentic portrayal of the West and its exploration of the themes of revenge, family, and cultural conflict.

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