Lone Calder Star

New York Times-bestselling author Janet Dailey transports readers back to the iconic Cee Bar Ranch in her gripping novel, *Lone Calder Star*. This installment sees the beloved Calder family, whose hearts remain tied to the vast Texas plains despite their Montana residence, facing an unprecedented threat. The once-thriving Cee Bar has fallen into disarray, with neglected horses and driven-off ranch hands signaling a deliberate attempt to dismantle their legacy. It falls to Quint Echohawk, a lawman by trade but a Calder by blood, to uncover the truth behind the sabotage and protect his family's ancestral home. Quint's investigation quickly exposes the machinations of ruthless cattle baron Max Rutledge, who covets the Cee Bar and will stop at nothing to acquire it. Posing as a drifter, Quint navigates a town gripped by fear, where whispers and warnings are constant reminders of Rutledge's pervasive influence. With only the wary assistance of "Empty" Garner and his spirited daughter, Dallas, Quint finds himself on a collision course with danger. As the stakes rise from threats to deadly peril, *Lone Calder Star* showcases Dailey's mastery of Western storytelling, blending high-stakes conflict with developing romance, making it a quintessential entry on any list of her best works, captivating readers with its palpable tension and the enduring strength of the Calder spirit.