Go West, Young Man

Written by William W. Johnstone and J.A. Johnstone

Narrated by Chris Henry Coffey

Missouri, 1860. Rumors of war between the North and South are spreading
across the land. In rural Green County, many of the farmers are already choosing
sides. But not John Zachary. His loyalties lie with his family first—and his heart is
telling him to go west. Hoping to build a new life in the fertile valleys of Oregon,
he convinces his best friend, Emmett Braxton, to pack up their families and join
him on a wagon train across the Oregon Trail. The journey will be long and hard.
The physical hardships and grueling mental challenges will bring out the best in
some—and the worst in others. But with the guidance of an experienced wagon
master and scout, they are determined to reach their destiny, no matter how high
the cost …
Twenty-seven wagons. Twenty-seven different hopes and dreams. This
sprawling epic novel from these master storytellers captures the beauty and
danger of the American West—and the pioneer spirit of those who tamed it …

• Language: English
• Publisher: Recorded Books, Inc.
• Release date: Apr 27, 2021
• ISBN: 9781705027363

William W. Johnstone

William W. Johnstone is the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of over 300 books, including the series THE MOUNTAIN MAN; PREACHER, THE FIRST MOUNTAIN MAN; MACCALLISTER; LUKE JENSEN, BOUNTY HUNTER; FLINTLOCK; THOSE JENSEN BOYS; THE FRONTIERSMAN; THE LEGEND OF PERLEY GATES, THE CHUCKWAGON TRAIL, FIRESTICK, SAWBONES, and WILL TANNER: DEPUTY U.S. MARSHAL. His thrillers include BLACK FRIDAY, TYRANNY, STAND YOUR GROUND, THE DOOMSDAY BUNKER, and TRIGGER WARNING. Visit his website at www.williamjohnstone.net or email him at [e-mail].  

Reviews for Go West, Young Man

[dokfintong · Rating: 2 out of 5 stars]

The text is whatever is opposite of "riveting". "Flabby" comes to mind. Neighbors set out together on the Oregon trail along with 25 other wagons. I couldn't get past the low-level prose.I received a review copy "Go West Young Man" by William W. Johnstone and J.A. Johnstone from Kensington Books through NetGalley.com.

[lamb521 · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Title: Go West Young ManAuthor: William W. Johnstone and J. A. JohnstonePages: 352Year: 2021Publisher: KensingtonMy rating: 5 out of 5 stars.John Zachary and Emmett Braxton are heading west on the Oregon Trail along with others seeking the promised land. The wagon master, Clayton Scofield, and his nephew, Clint Buchanan, will lead the company of travelers through all different types of country. As they set out, who knows how many different kinds of dangers all of them will face? They expect Indians to attack, drought is a real possible hazard and who knows what else but in order to get to greener pastures they all must band together and face the danger head on!Ruby is one of the travelers on the train, and her husband is about to cause trouble for everyone with his antics. There is also Billy who shows up while everyone has already been on the trail. His appearance may not bode well for him or the person he is seeking! Then there is Cal who seems like a card sharp and not a good man, but can appearances be deceiving?Go West Young Man is a wonderful tale that will take readers through many different landmarks on the Oregon Tail. There were times where I felt like I could see in my mind’s eye what the characters were seeing. I enjoyed the various players on the wagon train and how they came together to face some of the scariest moments, or cross various rivers.Grab a copy and enjoy the exciting times the travelers face on The Oregon Trail!Note: The opinions shared in this review are solely my responsibility.