Shoot-Out at Sugar Creek

Shoot-Out at Sugar Creek
Author: Mickey Spillane
Publisher: Pinnacle
Total Pages: 257
Release: 2022-10-25
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0786046902

Legendary crime writer Mickey Spillane's celebrated tin-star hero Caleb York returns in the explosive Western saga by New York Times bestselling author Max Allan Collins. This time, Sheriff York will have to keep his wits about him as he goes toe-to-toe with a powerful cattle baroness who is manipulative, clever, and out for revenge... Sheriff Caleb York doesn't regret taking out a drunken scoundrel with his blazing .44. But to York's surprise, the dead man's powerful mother, cattle baroness Victoria Drummond, barely bats an eye at the news. Instead, she asks York for a favor- help her convince Willa Cullen-the love of Caleb's life-to sell the vast spread that Willa's late father had carved out of the wilderness. Willa, every bit as strong-willed as her rival, refuses to give up her land without a fight. York expects an ugly showdown, but before he can stop matters from escalating, the cattle queen sends an army of hired guns to Sugar Creek, the sole source of water available for Willa's herd. Caught in the crossfire of a savage shoot-out between Willa's cowboys and Victoria's gunfighters, York will have to lay down the law-one bullet at a time-to stop an all-out war . . .

Sugar Creek

Sugar Creek
Author: Karen Daugherty
Publisher: Porch Confessions Publishing
Total Pages: 303
Release: 2021-08-31
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

Leah McKinney has always wanted a life she could be proud of. As the new interim principal at a high school in Louisville, Kentucky, she’s fulfilled her goal of reaching the top; if only she can convince her boss, she deserves to keep it. But her love life is another story. Three years with the same guy and still no ring has her worried he might be having second thoughts. Not to mention the pressure she feels from her family, especially her snobby cousins, Kate and Allison, whose lives appear perfect. As Leah strives to make everything work, her life is about to take a drastic turn. Over the fall break, Leah flies to Dallas, Texas, for a weekend of extravagant celebrations. An engagement party for Allison and a christening for Kate. But the celebrations quickly turn to chaos when Leah comes face-to-face with a past she’s been hiding. A former life she never wanted anyone to know about. The one that began at Sugar Creek. As Leah’s life unravels, the pain of her past will force her to confront the hard truths in her life. Through the hilarious and sometimes dark twists and turns of SUGAR CREEK, she’ll have to learn to let go of relationships not meant for her journey, to lean on the people who love her the most and to trust the one thing that’s never let her down...herself.

Watermelon Mystery at Sugar Creek

Watermelon Mystery at Sugar Creek
Author: Paul Hutchens
Publisher: Good Press
Total Pages: 115
Release: 2023-11-14
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN:

In 'Watermelon Mystery at Sugar Creek' by Paul Hutchens, readers are taken on an adventurous journey filled with mystery and excitement. Set in rural America, the book follows a group of young boys as they work together to solve the puzzling disappearance of a valuable watermelon crop. Hutchens' writing style is both engaging and suspenseful, making it a captivating read for both young adults and older audiences alike. The novel is grounded in the literary context of classic American children's literature, reminiscent of works by authors like Mark Twain and Laura Ingalls Wilder. The detailed descriptions of the Sugar Creek community and the boys' camaraderie add depth to the story, making it a rich and immersive reading experience. Paul Hutchens, a prolific American author known for his Sugar Creek Gang series, draws on his own experiences growing up in rural Ohio to bring authenticity to the characters and setting in 'Watermelon Mystery at Sugar Creek.' His understanding of the dynamics of childhood friendships and the curiosity of young minds shines through in the narrative, making it relatable to readers of all ages. Hutchens' passion for storytelling and his knack for creating compelling mysteries are evident throughout the book, keeping readers on the edge of their seats until the very end. I highly recommend 'Watermelon Mystery at Sugar Creek' to anyone looking for a nostalgic and wholesome read that combines elements of adventure, friendship, and good old-fashioned sleuthing. Paul Hutchens' masterful storytelling and genuine portrayal of American small-town life make this book a standout in the realm of children's literature, sure to delight readers of all generations.

Sugar Creek Gang Set Books 25-30

Sugar Creek Gang Set Books 25-30
Author: Paul Hutchens
Publisher: Moody Publishers
Total Pages: 657
Release: 1998-08-01
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 080248204X

This set includes books 25-30 in the Sugar Creek Gang Series: The Ghost Dog, The White Boat Rescue, The Brown Box Mystery, The Watermelon Mystery, The Trapline Thief, and The Blue Cow. In The Ghost Dog, a fine pet funeral for the finest dog that ever lived in the Sugar Creek Gang territory kicks off this exciting adventure. But when Bill hears a mysterious dog howling in the middle of the night, he wonders if a ghost dog is roaming the woods. And later, in those same woods, strange lights in the sky cause the Gang to wonder if a UFO has come to visit. Solve these nighttime mysteries with the Sugar Creek Gang and discover the answer to this burning question: Will my pet be in heaven? In The White Boat Rescue, the Vida Eterna fishing boat is racing up and down Sugar Creek and leaving excitement in its wake. John Fenwick, a missionary to Costa Rica, and his wife are spending a month in the new Sugar Creek missionary cabin. New rifles and fishing tackle boxes lead to some life-or-death adventures for Gang. Come along with the Sugar Creek Gang and learn the importance of swimming upstream with your life, rather than floating downstream like an old, dead fish. In The Brown Box Mystery, two leather-jacketed motorcycle gang members ride into town and steer the Sugar Creek Gang into a dangerous adventure. Two mysterious boxes, one from Palm Tree Island and the other offering an anonymous reward, are at the heart of the mystery. Before it's solved, the Gang find themselves held hostage in Old Man Paddler's cabin. Join the Sugar Creek Gang as they see the love of a father in action, the kind that will track down a son who has gone astray. In The Watermelon Mystery, a grocery store robbery occurs. Then, somebody steals Bill Collins's prize watermelon. There's thievery going on near Sugar Creek! And Bill is sure that the Till boys have something to do with it! Poetry and Bill start collecting clues. They find a map of Sugar Creek territory hidden in a floating watermelon and encounter strange happenings in the middle of the night. Join the Sugar Creek Gang as they learn not to jump to conclusions, for some things are not as they appear. In The Trapline Thief, someone is stealing muskrats from Circus's traps. When the Sugar Creek Gang follows Circus's hunting dog, Old Jay, they discover much more than a raccoon trapped in a tree. This Indian Summer adventure includes Halloween pranks, a wild truck ride through an apple orchard, and some genuine fistfights. Everything isn't always as it appears to be on the surface as the Sugar Creek Gang learns that honesty is more than just the best policy... it's the way God commands us to live. In The Blue Cow, Bill and Poetry catch the biggest fish ever to swim in Sugar Creek and then are nearly run over by a stampeding blue cow. Shorty Long's fence-crossing cow brings all kinds of adventures to the Sugar Creek Gang. Bill and Shorty mix it up several times, but a crisis with Shorty's blue cow brings the two boys together. Experience the power of prayer as Bill and his mother fight to save the life of Shorty's blue cow.

Suspicion on Sugar Creek

Suspicion on Sugar Creek
Author: Susannah B. Lewis
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2016-07-08
Genre: Murder
ISBN: 9781534818408

Tessa Lambert thought this summer on Sugar Creek Cove would be like any other. She hoped to work on her novel, play Rook with the old lady next door and spend some lazy time with her husband and daughters. But when a new neighbor winds up dead, Tessa and her Rook partner find themselves jumping to suspicious conclusions. Add a young hippie named Rusty to the mix, and these three seem like an unlikely trio to solve an alleged crime. When you're not laughing at the humorous rhetoric in Suspicion on Sugar Creek, you'll be on the edge of your seat wondering how it will all play out.

The Trouble with Love

The Trouble with Love
Author: Beth Ciotta
Publisher: St. Martin's Paperbacks
Total Pages: 348
Release: 2013-03-26
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1466821213

THE TROUBLE WITH LOVE BETH CIOTTA Rocky Monroe's bad luck is legendary. So it stands to reason that during a quick trip to New York on behalf of the Cupcake Lovers' forthcoming book, she winds up in the arms of the one man she never wants to see again. So what if he's also the man she can't stop dreaming about? Mouth-watering Jayce Bello has always been Rocky's biggest mistake, and she's not going to let history repeat itself ... unless she gets a new taste of his delicious kisses. When Jayce Bello left Sugar Creek ten years ago, it was the right thing to do—for him and for Rocky, his best friend's little sister. But one passionate night with gorgeous, reckless Rocky is enough to prove that she's the missing ingredient in his happiness. Now, with scandalous secrets souring the sweetness of the Cupcake Lovers' club, Jayce needs to convince Rocky that their love is something to savor ...