Ghosts Along the Oregon Trail
Embark on a harrowing trek across
the rugged American frontier in 1850.
A Grave Every Mile
Ghosts
Along the Oregon Trail Book 1
by
David Fitz-Gerald
Genre:
Historical Western Adventure Fiction
Embark
on a harrowing trek across the rugged American frontier in 1850. Your
wagon awaits, and the untamed wilderness calls. This epic western
adventure will test the mettle of even the bravest souls.
Dorcas
Moon and her family set forth in search of opportunity and a brighter
future. Yet, what awaits them is a relentless gauntlet of
life-threatening challenges: miserable weather, ravenous insects,
scorching sunburns, and unforgiving terrain.
It’s a battle for survival, testing their unity and sanity.
Amidst
the chaos, Dorcas faces ceaseless trials: her husband’s unending
bickering, her daughter’s descent into madness, and the ever-present
danger of lethal rattlesnakes, intensifying the peril with each step.
The specter of death looms large, with diseases spreading and the
eerie howls of rabid wolves piercing the night. Will the haunting
image of wolves desecrating a grave push Dorcas over the edge?
With
each mile, the migration poses a haunting question: Who will endure
the relentless quest to cross the continent, and who will leave their
bones to rest beside the trail? The pathway is bordered by graves, a
chilling reminder of the steep cost of dreams.
A
Grave Every Mile marks the commencement of an unforgettable
saga. Start reading Ghosts Along the Oregon Trail now to immerse
yourself in an expedition where every decision carries the weight of
life, death, and the pursuit of a brighter future along the Oregon
Trail.
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Lighten the Load
Ghosts
Along the Oregon Trail Book 2
After
a devastating tragedy, Dorcas Moon faces brutal choices in the
unforgiving wilderness.
An
unsolved hometown murder casts a foreboding shadow over the journey.
Mounting responsibilities weigh heavily on Dorcas’ shoulders while
navigating the trail along the Platte River. Family, friends, and
neighbors can’t seem to get along without her help.
The
gruesome trail exacts a heavy toll. A sweeping grass fire blazes
across the prairie. A doomed wagon careens down a treacherous hill. A
fellow traveler is gored to death while hunting buffalo. Each
disaster pushes the pioneers to the brink. Amidst the chaos, Dorcas
realizes she must dump her precious cook
stove and her husband’s massive safe. The oxen can no longer haul the
heavy weight of unnecessary cargo.
When
her daughter mysteriously disappears while the wagons are at Fort
Laramie, Dorcas despairs. She is desperate to help her daughter when
the troubled youth is found in the arms of a Brulé man in Spotted
Tail’s village.
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your copy of Lighten the Load and delve into an
unforgettable saga of empowerment, sacrifice, and the haunting echoes
of the American frontier. Rejoin Dorcas Moon on the adventure of a
lifetime as she confronts the challenges that shape her destiny.
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Stay With the Wagons
Ghosts
Along the Oregon Trail Book 3
Venture
deep into the uncharted wilderness and crest the continental divide.
Stay
with the Wagons is the enthralling third chapter in the Ghosts
Along the Oregon Trail series. Dorcas Moon has discarded her mourning
dress and yearns for freedom and independence amidst the vast
frontier. But a perilous world and a commanding wagon master keep her
tethered. Ultimately, a brutal bout of fever and ague
confines her to camp.
Relentless
disasters and beguiling challenges unfold in this installment. A
young man is crushed beneath a wagon wheel. Dorcas’ son breaks an
arm, a grizzly bear attacks the wagon train, and the looming threat
of attacking outlaws whips the emigrants into a worried frenzy. How
many must perish before they reach the end of the trail?
As
chaos reigns, her troubled daughter, Rose, disappears once again,
leading Dorcas on a perilous quest. Tracking Rose to a sacred site,
they encounter a blind seer and a legendary leader, Chief Washakie.
Rose’s enchantment with Native American adornments sparks Dorcas’
concern about an unexpected suitor and raises worries about Rose’s
age.
Stay
with the Wagons is bursting with action, adventure, and
survival. It is a story of resilience and empowerment on the Oregon
Trail.
Claim
your copy now and re-immerse yourself in a tale of high-stakes
survival, unexpected alliances, and the indomitable spirit of Dorcas
Moon.
Snarling Wolf
Ghosts
Along the Oregon Trail Book 4
Dive
back into the gripping frontier chaos. Snarling Wolf is
the fourth adventurous installment in the Ghosts Along the Oregon
Trail series.
The
famed Snake River marks the point the wagon master claims that all
the greenhorns turn loco. After twelve hundred grueling miles and
four relentless months on the trail, the expedition teeters on the
brink. Frayed nerves, exhausted patience, and the specter of doom
cast a dark cloud over the travelers.
At
every turn, new dangers emerge. A young man who is like a brother to
Dorcas Moon is ravaged in a mountain lion attack. A heat wave grips
the dusty, barren plains and spreads sickness. The wolves that lurk
in the shadows edge closer. Even the rattlesnakes seem emboldened.
Dorcas’
daughter, Rose’s descent into madness can no longer be ignored. What
began as an eerie preoccupation with death takes a shocking turn when
Rose reveals her truths. Dorcas is thrust into a realm of disbelief,
and her worst fears about Rose’s mysterious suitor become a stark
reality.
As
weary emigrants yearn for respite, tales of murderous outlaws spread
like wildfire across the prairie. Passing strangers share the latest
terrifying news. It’s only a matter of when, not if, the notorious
highwaymen will strike. Which bend of the mighty snake shelters the
feared outlaws?
Grab
your copy of Snarling Wolf now and unveil the next chapter
in Dorcas Moon’s relentless saga. Sink your teeth into this tale of
survival, madness, and the unyielding spirit of those who brave the
treacherous migration.
Rolling Home
Ghosts
Along the Oregon Trail Book 5
Climb
aboard! Don’t miss the heart-pounding climax of the Ghosts Along the
Oregon Trail series. Rolling Home is the final installment.
In
the heart of the rolling village, dissent brews as the stubbornest
naysayer refuses to continue the journey. With an ominous early
snowfall and memories of the ill-fated Donner Party haunting the
pioneers, Dorcas Moon faces a new wave of challenges. Just when she
believes things can’t get worse, a disastrous river crossing claims
their wagon and submerges their belongings.
As
the rolling village approaches the final leg of the journey, the
looming threat of outlaws intensifies. The notorious bandit known as
The Viper and his ruthless brothers are determined to rob the
greenhorns, sell their stock, and kill every last one. The
pioneers had heard tales of their brutality, but now, with Dorcas’
daughter kidnapped and Dorcas captured, everyone is in danger.
What
will become of Dorcas Moon, her family, and their friends? Will
anyone survive the perilous journey?
Rejoin
the expedition and witness the thrilling end to a gripping saga.
David
Fitz-Gerald writes westerns and historical fiction. He is the author
of twelve books, including the brand-new series, Ghosts Along the
Oregon Trail set in 1850. Dave is a multiple Laramie Award, first
place, best in category winner; a Blue Ribbon Chanticleerian; a
member of Western Writers of America; and a member of the Historical
Novel Society.
Alpine
landscapes and flashy horses always catch Dave’s eye and turn his
head. He is also an Adirondack 46-er, which means that he has hiked
to the summit of the range’s highest peaks. As a mountaineer, he’s
happiest at an elevation of over four thousand feet above sea level.
Dave
is a lifelong fan of western fiction, landscapes, movies, and music.
It should be no surprise that Dave delights in placing memorable
characters on treacherous trails, mountain tops, and on the backs of
wild horses.
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