Walt Longmire faces a complex and dangerous crime in this twentieth installment, set against the backdrop of Wyoming's pristine countryside. As he navigates a turbulent personal life, the sheriff confronts a sinister plot threatening those he loves. The story intertwines the challenges of modern law enforcement with the violent undercurrents reminiscent of the Old West, highlighting the evolution of both the landscape and its characters. Fans of the series will find familiar faces and high stakes in this gripping narrative.
Set against the harsh backdrop of the Alaskan tundra, this short novel follows young Walt Longmire and Henry Standing Bear as they seek work after returning from Vietnam. While employed by an oil company, they face a menacing polar bear and discover that the real threat comes from their greedy co-workers, who will go to any lengths for a hidden treasure. This gripping tale of survival and betrayal blends extreme adventure with the deepening camaraderie of two beloved characters, promising thrills for Longmire fans.
A cold case resurfaces, deeply affecting Sheriff Walt Longmire as he navigates dangerous truths that some are desperate to keep hidden. This gripping investigation challenges his resolve and puts his life at risk, revealing dark secrets intertwined with his own past. As he delves deeper, the stakes rise, leading to a confrontation with those willing to commit murder to protect their secrets.
The eighteenth novel in the beloved New York Times bestselling Longmire series The hit drama Longmire is now streaming on Paramount+ What if you woke up lying in the middle of the street in the infamous town of Fort Pratt, Montana, where thirty young Native boys perished in a tragic 1896 boarding-school fire? What if every person you encountered in that endless night was dead? What if you were covered in blood and missing a bullet from the gun holstered on your hip? What if there was something out there in the yellowed skies, along with the deceased and the smell of ash and dust, something the Northern Cheyenne refer to as the Éveohtsé-heómėse, the Wandering Without, the Taker of Souls? What if the only way you know who you are is because your name is printed in the leather sweatband of your cowboy hat, and what if it says your name is Walt Longmire . . . but you don’t remember him? In Hell and Back, the eighteenth installment of the Longmire series, author Craig Johnson takes the beloved sheriff to the very limits of his sanity to do battle with the most dangerous adversary he’s ever faced: himself.
In this latest installment of the Longmire series, the sheriff embarks on a quest to uncover the location of a legendary American painting. As he navigates the challenges of this investigation, readers are treated to a blend of mystery and the rich backdrop of American culture. The narrative promises to engage fans with its signature blend of suspense and character development, showcasing the sheriff's determination and resourcefulness in solving this intriguing art-related mystery.
Focusing on a transformative economic model, the book examines a regenerative and participative system that prioritizes circulation over extraction. It advocates for a shift from a linear to a circular economy, emphasizing accessibility, abundance, and open-source principles. By addressing both monetary and material cycles, it aims to rebuild essential 'capitals' and foster a more equitable economic landscape, encouraging systemic re-orientation towards sustainability and inclusivity.
The new novel in Craig Johnson's beloved New York Times bestselling Longmire series. "It's the scenery—and the big guy standing in front of the scenery—that keeps us coming back to Craig Johnson's lean and leathery mysteries." —The New York Times Book Review Recovering from his harrowing experiences in Mexico, Sheriff Walt Longmire returns to Absaroka County, Wyoming, to lick his wounds and try once again to maintain justice in a place with grudges that go back generations. When a shepherd is found dead, Longmire suspects it could be suicide. But the shepherd's connection to the Extepares, a powerful family of Basque ranchers with a history of violence, leads the sheriff into an intricate investigation of a possible murder. As Walt searches for information about the shepherd, he comes across strange carvings on trees, as well as play money coupons from inside Mallo Cup candies, which he interprets as messages from his spiritual guide, Virgil White Buffalo. Longmire doesn't know how these little blue cards are appearing, but Virgil usually reaches out if a child is in danger. So when a young boy with ties to the Extepare clan arrives in town, the stakes grow even higher. Even more complicating, a renegade wolf has been haunting the Bighorn Mountains, and the townspeople are out for blood. With both a wolf and a killer on the loose, Longmire follows a twisting trail of evidence, leading to dark and shocking conclusions.
Praise for The Western Star: Walt Longmire still bears the impenetrable
stoicism of the American West balanced with an irrepressible humanity . . . he
is balanced, like the West itself, by poetry, sensitivity and culture-a
character of tremendous strength and sometimes surprising violence. -The
Washington Post All aboard! The Longmire train is in the station, and you
don't want to miss this one. -Shelf Awareness Bestseller Johnson pays homage
to Agatha Christie in his cleverly plotted [The Western Star] . . . And [he]
winds up the whodunit with a solution that Christie could never have imagined.
-Publishers Weekly Entertaining and suspenseful. -The Washington Times [The
Western Star is] an excellent addition to [Craig Johnson's] Longmire series.
Whether a fan of the book or Netflix series, the reader will enjoy the fast-
paced action and crisp dialogue. -Deseret News Extraordinary . . . delightful
. . . Readers are reminded that as compassionate and fair-minded Walt has
become, there remains at his core a ruthless protective instinct for those he
loves. -Kings River Life Magazine More praise for Craig Johnson and the Walt
Longmire Mystery Series: Like the greatest crime novelists, Johnson is a
student of human nature. Walt Longmire is strong but fallible, a man whose
devil-may-care stoicism masks a heightened sensitivity to the horrors he's
witnessed. -Los Angeles Times Johnson's trademarks [are] great characters,
witty banter, serious sleuthing, and a love of Wyoming bigger than a stack of
derelict cars. -The Boston Globe Stepping into Walt's world is like slipping
on a favorite pair of slippers, and it's where those slippers lead that
provides a thrill. Johnson pens a series that should become a 'must' read, so
curl up, get comfortable, and enjoy the ride. -The Denver Post
“It’s the scenery—and the big guy standing in front of the scenery—that keeps us coming back to Craig Johnson’s lean and leathery mysteries.” —The New York Times Book Review Walt journeys into the northern Mexican desert alone to save his daughter Cady, who has been kidnapped by the cartel Welcome to Walt Longmire's worst nightmare. Winter is creeping closer, but for Sheriff Longmire this one is looking to be harsh in a way to which he is wholly unaccustomed. He has found himself in the remotest parts of the northern Mexican desert, a lawless place where no horse or car can travel, where no one speaks his language or trusts an outsider, far from his friends and his home turf back in Wyoming. But desperate times call for desperate measures. Tomas Bidarte, the head of one of the most vicious drug cartels in Mexico, has kidnapped Walt's beloved daughter, Cady. The American government is of limited help and the Mexican one even less so. Armed with his trusty Colt .45 and a father's intuition, Walt must head into the 110-degree heat of the desert, one man against an army.
Thrilling . . . Whether he's squaring off against biker gangs or teasing out
long-simmering feuds involving his closest friends, Walt Longmire is always
the man for the job. - Publishers Weekly Plenty of action, humor, and literary
allusions drive the story to a bang-up conclusion. Johnson . . . never
disappoints. - Kirkus Reviews A Walt Longmire novel is like going on a ride-
along with an old friend, watching him ferret out the bad guys with wit and
humanity (and more than a few bullets), while we swap stories and catch up on
old times...it's An Obvious Fact -it's good to have Walt back on the scene. -
Mystery Scene The laconic modern-day cowboy Walt Longmire, is a guy you'd like
to have a Rainier beer with. -The Oklahoman [ An Obvious Fact is ] one of his
best Longmire tales to date.- Austin American-Statesman [Craig Johnson] weaves
in plenty of humorous banter, emotional bonding and deep characterization to
bring his extended cast of Walt, Undersheriff Victoria Moretti and Henry
Standing Bear to life. - BookPage No urban crime series is more sophisticated
or more amusing than the Longmire novels when it comes to the complicated
psychology of criminals and their victims. - The Connecticut Post Praise for
Dry Bones Fast-paced [and] entertaining. - The Denver Post An especially good
tale . . . If you are not familiar with Longmire, you might want to meet him.
If you know him, don't miss his latest case. - Charleston Post & Courier Yet
another classic Craig Johnson mystery. - Deseret News The [Longmire] series
continues to be fresh and innovative. . . . Devoted series fans won't feel a
sense of déjà vu in Dry Bones , but they will easily identify Johnson's
tendency toward innovative imagery . . . crack dialogue, humor and a strong
sense of place. Absaroka's maker brings dem bones to life, and readers are
sure to rejoice. - Shelf Awareness [Walt Longmire] remains tough, smart,
honest, and capable of entertaining fans with another difficult, dangerous
case. - Kirkus Reviews [Longmire] never disappoints the reader: he's a hero
through thick and thin. - Publishers Weekly Praise for Craig Johnson and the
Walt Longmire Mystery Series It's the scenery-and the big guy standing in
front of the scenery-that keeps us coming back to Craig Johnson's lean and
leathery mysteries. - The New York Times Book Review Johnson's hero only gets
better-both at solving cases and at hooking readers-with age. - Publishers
Weekly Like the greatest crime novelists, Johnson is a student of human
nature. Walt Longmire is strong but fallible, a man whose devil-may-care
stoicism masks a heightened sensitivity to the horrors he's witnessed. - Los
Angeles Times Johnson's trademarks [are] great characters, witty banter,
serious sleuthing, and a love of Wyoming bigger than a stack of derelict cars.
- The Boston Globe The characters talk straight from the hip and the Wyoming
landscape is its own kind of eloquence. - The New York Times [Walt Longmire]
is an easy man to like. . . . Johnson evokes the rugged landscape with
reverential prose, lending a heady atmosphere to his story. - The Philadelphia
Inquirer Stepping into Walt's world is like slipping on a favorite pair of
slippers, and it's where those slippers lead that provides a thrill. Johnson
pens a series that should become a 'must' read, so curl up, get comfortable,
and enjoy the ride. - The Denver Post Johnson's pacing is tight and his
dialogue snaps. - Entertainment Weekly
