Synopsis

They went searching for a dream. They found America.

The first in a trailblazing trilogy of the brave men and women who risked their lives to build a future in the untamed heart of the American frontier…

Fort Kearney, Nebraska, is the gateway to the west for a new breed of pioneers. Civil War veterans and widows, card sharps and Indian agents, and drifters—they arrive every day hoping to forge their destiny. Colonel Henry B. Carrington of the U.S. Calvary is assigned the unenviable task of securing a trio of forts in the dangerous Dakota Territory. At his command is a rising young officer Mark Reynolds and his spirited bride Rose, who longs for danger and excitement. Her wish comes true when army scout Jack Gregory learns that three native tribes are preparing to defend their land against Carrington's troops. As the drums of war intensify, Gregory takes off on a deadly mission of his own, Rose risks temptation in the arms of an army surgeon, and Carrington faces the greatest foe he has ever known…

Now, at a lonely outpost in the foothills of the Bighorn Mountains, they must make one final stand. The fate of a nation—and the history of America—will be written in blood.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Michael on August 12, 2015

I read S.K. Salzer’s first novel, “Up From Thunder,” several years ago and really enjoyed it, so when I ran across “Frontier” at the local Walmart, I bought it. I wasn’t disappointed. The writing is good, the characters believable, and best of all, it was thoroughly researched. I’m a huge fan of wel......more

Goodreads review by Joe on March 27, 2020

I almost put the book down 1/2 way through but glad I didn’t. I didn’t realize this was historical fiction in that these events did happen in Wyoming in the 1860’s. It was an insight into how difficult the life was for these trailblazers in the West. Not only was the land harsh to live in, but a con......more

Goodreads review by Kimberly on March 17, 2024

3 star listen Dramatiser version I actually liked this story a lot more than I thought I would. I don’t normally like the old west books usually. Gracie audio made this like this. I’ll continue the story.......more

Goodreads review by Ron on February 16, 2018

Pretty interesting, well written, maybe a little disjointed.......more