Death Rattle: A Novel (Titus Bass)

Howdy folks. James Drury here. You might remember me from the Virginian. I don't read many of Terry Johnston's books, but I read this one and I want to leave you some of my thoughts. First, it's a shame to have Terry Johnston gone. He left us way too young, and cancer got another one. I do enjoy Johnston's stuff, but I have to say it's a little rough for my tastes. I read all of Kirby Jonas's novels on audio tape, and Kirby has a similar flair to Johnston as far as historical authenticity but without the bite of graphic violence, too much cussing, and other things just better left to the imagination. I know I sound like I'm slamming an author who was well-loved by many and always will be. I don't mean to slam him, and I do recommend this and all of his books if you are strong of stomach. For a milder, but still authentic taste of the West, read Kirby Jonas's books or listen to me read them on audio. Thanks for hearing me out.

Titus Bass strikes again! If you've read the other books in this series, I'm sure you already ache to follow Titus on another adventure, so pick this up.Johnston is a great writer, easily on a par with Elmer Kelton or Kirby Jonas or Louis L'Amour. Well worth the read!

Have read all of Terry's Tiltus Bass novels and find them to be not only great stories but also great history lessons of the American West. I have a special interest in Terry's Titus Bass books as he mentions people in the novels that my great grandparents knew, such as John McLouglin, Robert "Doc" Newell and Joe Meek. My great grandmother's sister married Doc Newell a number of years after he had retired from beaver trapping and setteled in the Willamette Valley in Oregon. Keep an eye out for the last Titus Bass novel later this year titled Wind Walker.

Having read and reread all of Terry Johnston's series with Titus (Scratch)Bass.I love how the characters from his past keep popping up in his life. This installment is no exception as we get to say hello again to old friends from the past. This is a great story if you are familiar with the rest of the series.