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The Showdown at San Benito
Roy Calvin Moore, author
In the times of post-Civil War reconstruction comes a Western page-turner of epic proportions.
Who are the good guys?
• a tormented Texas Ranger
• a murdering priest
• and a teen-mother collide in the lawless land of South Texas.
Gambling, gunfights and the wealthiest whorehouse in Texas all play starring roles in this legend of struggle and ambition.
This twisted tale of morality brings to light how bad folks can reform and good folks can turn bad.
You’ll love the action and mind-blowing surprises. Plunge into the impulse-driven suspense and the dire straits of a good ol’ Western.
Will fame and fortune claim the ultimate price?
Plot/Idea: 7 out of 10
Originality: 6 out of 10
Prose: 7 out of 10
Character/Execution: 7 out of 10
Overall: 6.75 out of 10
Assessment:
Plot: Moore delivers a solid, cinematic Western that vividly establishes its historical and dramatic setting.
Prose: Moore’s prose is abundantly clear, measured, and evenly paced. While rather unadorned, it suits the narrative and delivers on reader expectations.
Originality: While The Showdown at San Benito doesn’t deliver substantial novelty, it provides a satisfying escape into a world of gunfights, lawlessness, grudges, and grievances with a few unexpected twists along the way.
Character/Execution: This novel is populated with appealing archetypal characters who allow the gritty South Texas landscape to come to life.
Date Submitted: August 11, 2020
