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I have 1000’s of clean Westerns - and I’ve read every single one of them. I’ve collected them for many years. Journey To Riverbend is a great Western. AND IT’S THE FIRST CHRISTIAN WESTERN I’VE NEVER EVER READ - OR SEEN! And it’s fantastic! The negative review or two about the mild violence are just nonsense. Without it - it wouldn’t be realistic or a real Western. This book contains many spiritual life-lessons - and lots of action. I highly recommend it to all lovers of clean Westerns - and to all those who love great, clean fiction novels.


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Journey to Riverbend Henry McLaughlin 9781414339429 Books Reviews

A lovely book, JOURNEY TO RIVERBEND. I was thrilled with this wonderful story and wish there were more books written by Henry McLaughlin. So far, this is the only one I know of. Mr. McLaughlin is an excellent storyteller. I had a hard time putting this book down. It was fast moving and full of twists and turns, as well as sweet passion and lasting love. The book came in excellent time and in excellent condition as advertised. I am well pleased. Thank you!
Judging a book by its cover can often be a mistake and such is the case with Journey to Riverbend. Looking at the cover you would assume a light romantic entertainment set in the old west. This, however, proves not to be the case at all, for the author has much more in mind and delivers admirably in this debut novel.

The plot of this western novel contains numerous twists and turns that serve to build suspense throughout. Henry McLuaghlin tells his story using multiple characters, presenting and expanding their stories in alternating chapters. This allows for solid character development as well as story movement as the reader wants to keep tuning the pages to find out what will happen next.

His main characters are an interesting lot and the reader gets to know them all well, even minor characters are fleshed in nicely. Michael Archer, a prison minister with a violent past, who has come to Riverbend on a mission of forgiveness and reconciliation; Rachel Stone, a young woman living in Riverbend, hoping to redefine herself leaving behind a tainted history; sam Carstairs, an angry man who has negatively impacted his family and others with his bitterness and manipulations; Caleb Davis, Sheriff of Riverbend, a man who has seen his share of life yet remains caring, giving and open to possibilities; and John Higgins and his daughter Maria, wronged by Sam Carstairs and now out for revenge.

Once the characters are introduced Mr. McLaughlin moves his major story forward; Sam Carstairs has been kidnapped and a posse from Riverbend rides out to rescue him. Mr. McLaughlin alternates his chapters with posse members, the kidnappers and those behind in Riverbend. The writing is crisp, concise and descriptive. The reader is engaged and involved in the characters' lives and the situations in which they find themselves.

In the book Mr. McLaughlin provides a brilliant description of an attempted stagecoach robbery and the scene requires note. I've seen stagecoach robberies in western films and they are generally chases. This robbery begins with a chase and progresses to a long standoff. The reader experiences being in the coach amidst the heat, dust and fear.

The posse chase that consumes much of the book from mid-point to end in presented very realistically. Mr. McLaughlin places the reader right with the posse attempting to track the kidnappers as well as with the kidnappers as they try to elude and eliminate the posse. The reader feel the characters' frustrations, their exhaustions after long hot days on the trail and the fear and concern as violence approaches.

The action in the book was quick, harsh and real. Mr. McLaughlin does not glamorize the action sequences but presents them as brutal jarring violence. Often he presents the violence through Michael Archer's eyes where it is shown as scary and psychologically damaging even when it was necessary.

In addition to his ability to handle both character and plot Mr. McLaughlin deftly interweaves his theological message. His characters look to God for guidance, help and redemption. At times this message can slow down the pace of the book. However, he presents it not only as dialogue between characters but also as dialogue with the reader. As such it becomes a presentation of ideas and something of a challenge to the reader for thought.

Ultimately,this book succeeds on all levels. It is has a thrilling western story with interesting characters; contains a historic picturesque setting; and a is novel of faith, forgiveness, redemption and one's personnel relationship with God.
This is a fresh take on the classic Western. Michael Archer is a preacher in town. He's got a past and an uncertain future. Sam Carstairs doesn't realize his past is about to catch up with him and in a mean way.
Journey to Riverbend has the gritty feel of a Louis L'Amour novel and the required elements for any Western - a stagecoach hold up, a posse, a hanging, and an Indian scout.
At times this setting clashed with the other elements of romance and faith. A lot of characters made this story confusing at times. Readers of Christian fiction should be aware that there is more violence than is typical. I'm looking forward to reading more in this line.
Journey to Riverbend is one of those books that is a stand alone with potential for much more. This first time author writes such magnetic characters with unique living and breathing voices that I have had the desire to move to Riverbend to get to know its people better. Even the unsavory residents add to the town's charm and vitality. The action is so driving that I couldn't put the book down once I started reading.

The opening scene is the hanging of a gangly young man whom the main character, Michael Archer, is convinced is innocent. Young Ben's final request was to ask Michael to visit his estranged father, Sam Carstairs, to deliver some letters, an item Ben cherished of his mother's, and attempt a post-mortem reconciliation of some sort.

Michael Archer brought along a letter of recommendation from his friend Sheriff Gideon Parsons to take to Riverbend's Sheriff to elicit his assistance in his efforts. Sheriff Caleb Davis was as good as Parsons in reading character, and this lean and tough young man didn't appear to be the typical kind for ministerial duties. It made him curious to know Michael's life story. He knew this task would be difficult because although Sam Carstairs was the town's benefactor, he was ruthless and hard as nails.

In the meantime, Sam Carstairs had traveled to San Francisco for business, an annual event. On the return trip, he received two disturbing threatening notes. Then in the last leg of his journey he was abducted. As soon as news of the kidnapping reached Riverbend, Sheriff Davis organized a search posse and included Michael Archer.

This is one of the best books I have read set in the Old Wild West. The author's descriptive language is powerful. The setting as well as the characters came alive as we follow Michael along his personal, spiritual, and physical journey. The reader realizes that the title of the book is multi-dimensional as the story picks up on Sam Carstairs own harrowing experiences and the baffling behavior of his abductors.

The book is full of the gritty elements of life in the Old Wild West. Evil is honestly portrayed for what it is and well written in contrast to the good seen in the lives of several of the members of the posse and village. Michael is a strong Christian with a mission in mind, but even he has his demons to deal with. I would rate this book at PG13 because of the multiple incidences where evil triumphs momentarily. Yet while this is true, the Gospel message is strong without being preachy. The author manages to balance the two contrasting characteristics in such a manner that neither is overwhelming. If the author were to write 100 more of this type of book, I would read and recommend all.

However, I can't emphasize enough to parents of teens and pre-teens to exercise caution. There is nothing in the book to compromise the Judeo-Christian values, yet some incidences may be upsetting to those sensitive to brutality. This is a book written for adults, not for children.

There are several supporting characters in this book just begging for a story of their own, or at least for a bit more resolution. This includes the love interest of the main character, Rachel Stone. I sincerely hope this means the author intends to write more.

Disclosure of Material Connection I received a copy of this book from Tyndale House Publishers. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255 “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”
I have 1000’s of clean Westerns - and I’ve read every single one of them. I’ve collected them for many years. Journey To Riverbend is a great Western. AND IT’S THE FIRST CHRISTIAN WESTERN I’VE NEVER EVER READ - OR SEEN! And it’s fantastic! The negative review or two about the mild violence are just nonsense. Without it - it wouldn’t be realistic or a real Western. This book contains many spiritual life-lessons - and lots of action. I highly recommend it to all lovers of clean Westerns - and to all those who love great, clean fiction novels.