Rowdy

"Join Rowdy and his friends once again for the second novel in award-winning author Chris Mullen's transformative and introspective young adult, western Rowdy series. Rowdy returns from a hunting trip to discover the Circle 'R' has been burned down and Dog has been severely injured. Searching for answers, he discovers a clue that leads him to believe that an old foe has resurfaced, and when an injured stranger ends up in Lincoln, Rowdy's suspicions are confirmed. Filled with anger, frustration, and pain, Rowdy, with Roberson and Cappy, sets off for Dodge City to face Patrick Byrne, the man behind these ruthless attacks. As they head north together, they come across a disabled wagon train and stop to help. Rowdy and Roberson ride ahead to investigate and meet some young, unsupervised, travelers. When their father returns with Cain, their guide, Rowdy and Roberson quickly realize they've been double crossed and are taken captive by a small gang of bandits. Now a prisoner, Rowdy awaits his fate as a confrontation with Patrick Byrne is imminent but comes from an unexpected source. Forced to fight for survival, he takes a stand with Byrne. Rowdy's journey from Lincoln started as a vengeful pursuit, but somewhere along the way he came to the realization that no matter their acts, it was not for him to decide the fate of another, resulting in Rowdy finding Redemption of his own. "Rowdy's vulnerability and forthrightness make his character relatable to people of all ages and backgrounds." - Early Reader"--