Newly appointed Territorial Marshals Virgil Cole and Everett Hitch are tasked with escorting a prisoner across the Indian Territories by train. The mission turns dangerous when the Texas Governor boards with his family and a massive fortune, drawing the attention of an old enemy seeking vengeance. The lawmen must defend the passengers while trapped on the rails with a killer who has a score to settle.
Robert Knott is the author of the novel Ironhorse. He writes historical fiction, often set in the American West, known for its direct action and adventure. His stories are a solid choice for fans of historical Westerns.
Ironhorse is the fifth book in the Virgil Cole and Everett Hitch series. While each book features a self-contained adventure, reading them in order allows for a deeper understanding of the characters' evolving relationship and backstories.
Does Ironhorse have a film adaptation?
Ironhorse is part of a series that has inspired film adaptations. The first book in the series, Appaloosa, was adapted into a movie starring Ed Harris and Viggo Mortensen.