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In 1871 Utah, young Jane Withersteen is courted by Elder Tull, the leader of her polygamous Mormon church. When Jane refuses, the local Mormons persecute her. Meanwhile, Jane's friend, Bern Venters, is captured by Tull's posse and faces a harsh sentence. Jane defends him, causing even more friction with the Mormon populace. Enter Lassiter, a friend to Venters and an infamous gunslinger. His appearance causes Tull and his men to release Venters and flee - sparking a conflict that leaves Jane questioning her loyalties, Venters finding love, and Lassiter seeking revenge.
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"Poignant in its emotional qualities."
New York Times
"A well-handled melodramatic story of hairsbreadth escapes."
Booklist
"Episodes of bravery, scoundrelism, chivalry, horsemanship, and ready shooting make up the body of his story."
New York World
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- SeriesRiders of the Purple Sage #1