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Book Synopsis: 2022 National Indie Excellence Awards Finalist for Western Fiction
2021 International Afro-American Historical & Genealogical Society Book Award for Historical Fiction in Event/Era
2021 Phillip H. McMath Post Publication Book Award Finalist for Prose
2021 Oklahoma Book Award Finalist for Fiction from the Oklahoma Center for the Book
2021 Spur Award Finalist for Historical Novel from the Western Writers of America
2021 Next Generation Indie Book Award Finalist for Historical Fiction (Pre 1900s)
2021 Will Rogers Medallion Award Finalist for Western Fiction
2021 Peacemaker Award Finalist for Best First Novel
2020 Arkansas Gem from the Arkansas Center for the Book
Follow the Angels, Follow the Doves is an origin story in the true American tradition. Before Bass Reeves could stake his claim as the most successful nineteenth-century American lawman, arresting more outlaws than any other deputy during his thirty-two-year career as a deputy U.S. marshal in some of the most dangerous regions of the Wild West, he was a slave.
After a childhood picking cotton, Reeves became an expert marksman under his master's tutelage, winning shooting contests throughout the region. His skill had serious implications, however, as the Civil War broke out. Reeves was given to his master's mercurial, sadistic, Moby-Dick-quoting son in the hopes that Reeves would keep him safe in battle. The ensuing humiliation, love, heroics, war, mind games, and fear solidified Reeves's determination to gain his freedom and drew him one step further on his fated path to an illustrious career.
Follow the Angels, Follow the Doves is an important historical work that places Reeves in the pantheon of American heroes and a thrilling historical novel that narrates a great man's exploits amid the near-mythic world of the nineteenth-century frontier.
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Unlock the captivating tale of the Wild West with Follow the Angels, Follow the Doves: The Bass Reeves Trilogy, Book One. Experience the thrill of the American tradition as Bass Reeves, a former slave, rises from the ashes to become the most successful lawman of the nineteenth century. Garnering numerous accolades including the 2022 National Indie Excellence Awards Finalist for Western Fiction and the 2021 International Afro-American Historical & Genealogical Society Book Award for Historical Fiction in Event/Era, this book is a must-read for any history enthusiast.
Immerse yourself in Reeves' extraordinary journey, marked by resilience and determination. From his humble beginnings as a cotton picker to becoming an expert marksman, Reeves' skills are put to the ultimate test during the Civil War. Follow his gripping narrative as he navigates the treacherous world of battle, love, and mind games, all while striving to secure his freedom from the shackles of slavery.
Written with meticulous attention to historical accuracy, Follow the Angels, Follow the Doves paints a vivid picture of the larger-than-life characters who shaped the American frontier. As a finalist for prestigious awards such as the 2021 Oklahoma Book Award for Fiction and the 2021 Spur Award for Historical Novel, this captivating novel bridges the gap between reality and myth, firmly placing Reeves among the pantheon of American heroes.
Don't miss your chance to be swept away by this enthralling tale that blends history and fiction seamlessly. Experience the untamed Wild West through the eyes of a true legend, Bass Reeves. Follow the Angels, Follow the Doves is available now, so grab your copy and embark on an unforgettable adventure.
Ready to embark on an unforgettable adventure? Get your copy of Follow the Angels, Follow the Doves today and delve into the tale of Bass Reeves, a true American hero.
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