"The Settling of the Sage" by Hal G. Evarts
Evarts was a well-loved writer in the western genre, and The Settling of the Sage is a perfect example of that. It's a fast-paced read that has everything people look for in a western novel. Mysterious cowboys, ruthless outlaws, and the inherent romance that comes from riding in the open land that is the American west. This book has entertained readers for decades and continues to to this day.