Legendary author Loren D. Estleman has built a distinguished career in both the Western and mystery genres. His historical Westerns are instant classics, and The Branch and the Scaffold is another triumph.
Brutally efficient judge Isaac C. Parker is determined to rid Arkansas and the Indian Territory of all manner of criminals. But his quest for justice and liberal use of the gallows earn him just as many friends as enemies and take a toll on every aspect of his life.
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"Great Historical Fiction story of Hanging Judge Parker in Fort Smith. " — Kay (4 out of 5 stars)
"Great Historical Fiction story of Hanging Judge Parker in Fort Smith. "
" I usually like his stuff but didn't realize this wasn't a thriller but more a history of the justice system in part of the old west. Interesting, because there was lots I didn't know, but not great. "
" this wasnt really about parker, was it estleman? beautiful title though... "
" For a book in a plot-driven genre and a real-life subject with a compelling story, this was flat, disjointed, and disappointing. "
" Great Historical Fiction story of Hanging Judge Parker in Fort Smith. "
" Would've been better as a history book. In fact, I'm intrigued about this character and might track down a nonfiction account. "
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