Welcome to the Blog Tour for The Rustler Hunter by R.J. Sloane,
hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!
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About the Book
Title: The Rustler Hunter
Series: Harper's Justice #1
Author: R.J. Sloane
Publisher: Desert Life Media
Release Date: September 23, 2025
Genre: Western Action & Adventure, Christian Western, Western Romance
When forty-one successful manhunts make you a legend, there’s only one way left to go—down.
J.J. Westin, the infamous Rustler Hunter, goes undercover at Arizona Territory's largest cattle ranch to expose the rustlers bleeding it dry. The thieves aren't just stealing cattle. They're trusted cowboys operating from inside the bunkhouse.
What he doesn't expect is Hayley Harper, the tough-as-nails cook with secrets of her own. She's a Pinkerton agent working the same case and the daughter of notorious outlaw Galen Harper.
When their covers are blown, they uncover something far deadlier than rustling. A corruption network spanning three territories. With enemies closing in and bullets flying, the legendary manhunter and the outlaw's daughter must survive the badlands of 1898 Arizona, where trust is deadly and justice comes at gunpoint.
In the shadow of Canyon Diablo, where the historic Aztec Land & Cattle Company's Hashknife outfit controlled over a million acres of the Arizona Territory's most lawless land.
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EXCERPT:
Excerpt 3: Character Development Scene with Hayley
Shows the relationship dynamics and emotional depth
"What the--" She gulped a deep breath, her chest rising and falling fast. "Was that?"
Her eyes sparked fire, burning straight through me. No way, no how was I gonna reveal the turmoil clawing at my insides. Not now. Not ever. That angst drove me to take risks, kept me razor sharp, and gave me an edge over the outlaws I hunted.
Then she stepped close, jabbing a finger into my chest, her touch firm, unyielding. "You studying to be a half-wit or something?"
I caught her wrist, my fingers wrapping around the delicate bones, holding her hand against my chest. Her pulse hammered beneath my thumb, fast and furious, matching the fire in her eyes.
"Careful, darlin'," I said, my voice rougher than I intended. "Keep poking me like that, and I might think you're worried about me."
Her breath stuttered, but she didn't pull away. "Worried? About a fool cowboy with a death wish?"
"Is that what I am?" I stepped closer, close enough to see the flecks of gold in her fierce eyes, close enough to smell apples and honey beneath the trail dust. "Just a fool cowboy?"
For a heartbeat, something flickered in her expression. The anger was still there, but underneath it was something else.
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About the Author
R.J. Sloane writes gritty western adventures where justice rides hard across the untamed Southwest. Inspired by shows like Longmire and Yellowstone, plus a childhood spent watching classic westerns with dad, R.J. brings authentic frontier spirit to every page. When not crafting tales of territorial lawmen, you'll find R.J. researching the legendary lawmen of the Southwest and the founding of pivotal frontier towns.
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(1) winner will each receive a signed copy of The Rustler Hunter!
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Thank you, June, for featuring The Rustler Hunter and sharing an excerpt. I’m so grateful for your support and for helping readers get a glimpse into J.J. Westin’s world. It means a lot to be part of your blog. Thank you for spotlighting the story.
ReplyDeleteHi, RJ ~ You are very welcome! Thank you for your kind words about my blog. Best wishes for a successful book launch! Best, June :0}
ReplyDeletethanks so much for sharing about The Rustler Hunter, dear June :)
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