HOOFBEATS AT MIDNIGHT - UNTAMED LOWVELD SERIES (Book 7 of 8)
Set against the turbulent backdrop of the Eastern Transvaal from 1835 to 1887. Hoofbeats at Midnight immerses readers in an era of gold rush fever, where adventure and lawlessness reign supreme. Barberton, a chaotic hub of fortune seekers, is a melting pot of cosmopolitan intrigue. Amidst this tumult, Hein Brandis returns to his childhood home, only to be drawn into a perilous journey by a desperate plea for help from Roelien, a woman from his past.
Roelien, now trapped in a dangerous web of deception after marrying the enigmatic Nic Beetge, cries out for salvation. Heins resolve hardens when his mentor, Uncle Izak Langeman, becomes a casualty of a ruthless gang of cattle thieves. Determined to uncover the truth and protect those he holds dear, Hein teams up with the resourceful and fiery Marlene, and law enforcer Frans Verwey. Together, they confront Nics gang in a high-stakes battle for justice amidst a land where revolvers and survival instincts rule. As Hein races against time, secrets unravel, alliances are tested, and danger lurks at every turn. With gunfights, cunning strategies, and an unyielding spirit, Hein delves into Barbertons shadowy underworld, navigating love, betrayal, and redemption in his quest to bring peace to a lawless frontier.
Will Hein succeed in his daring mission, or will the chaos of Barberton consume him? Hoofbeats at Midnight is a gripping tale of courage, loyalty, and the unbreakable bonds forged in the crucible of adversity.
