Thunder over the Prairie: The True Story Of A Murder And A Manhunt By The Greatest Posse Of All Time

by Chris Enss and Howard Kazanjian

Book Overview

Future legends of the Old West, Charlie Bassett, Bat Masterson, Wyatt Earp, and Bill Tilghman were the lawmen who patrolled the unruly streets. When a cattle baron's son fled town after the shooting of the popular saloon singer named Dora Hand, the four men--all experts with a gun who knew the harsh, desertlike surrounding terrain--hunted him down like "Thunder Over the Prairie." The posse's ride across the desolate landscape to seek justice influenced...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0762744936
• ISBN13: 9780762744930
• Release Date: June 2009
• Publisher: Two Dot Books
• Length: 168 Pages
• Weight: 0.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 8.9"

Customer Reviews

Just A Great Story!

I enjoyed reading and learning about the "good guys" who are so determined to bring justice to the table-something hard to find then and now. I found this book nicely detailed and enjoyed visioning it all in my head as I read page by page. This book was interesting as well as heart-breaking. Chris is such a great writer, who draws you in and entertains you as well as informing you of how people lived and survived in the West. I've read numerous books of hers, and I'm never, ever disappointed!

Captivating, fast paced, page turner

I don't get a lot of time to read with 2 little boys in the house, and most books take me weeks to read. This book though had me hooked right from the beginning and I found myself making time to read it. I loved the attention given to the backgrounds of everyone in the book, it was filled with facts that are often unknown by most or that are given little attention. The writing was top notch and you could just see all the hard the work that went into putting it together. Chris and Howard have once again brought to the world a piece of art in literature.

A truly great read!!

I have to say that I don't have time to read much; however, when a friend of mine suggested "Thunder Over The Prairie" I took their advice...and glad I did. I have always loved reading about the old west. Thunder Over The Prairie was, for me, a great read and I enjoyed the way the authors brought the characters to life. The authors were able to catch my attention (which is very hard to do) and motivate me to finish the story in short order. I plan on reading some of their other published works!

Absolutely awesome

I could not put the book down. I am involved in a Bible Study and I actually neglected to complete my Bible Study to finish the book, because of the way the author draws you in and I just felt the emotions of the characters. From the death of Dora to the posse hunt for the killer, it kept me on my toes. I also love the fact that the book told about each of the characters lives. So wonderful to read. Can't wait for more Denise Fink

A truely gripping story

This True story reads like a thriller! From the first page I was hooked.I had been unaware of the potential odds against the posse before this book. The author brings to life the heros and villian of a real WILD WEST story. I missed an important call in order to finish a chapter, I was so engaged in the action. Take the time to start this book and you wont put it down.