Texas Bluff: The Gamblers

This book is the 3rd to be released in a series by Robert Randisi caled "The Gamblers". I have the other two books on order, but started with this as it arrived first. Having several other western novels on shelf by Mr. Randisi, I knew what to expect: well written, action oriented, all interwoven with an interesting story. Ty (short for Tyrone) Butler, our hero, is working his way from Denver, Colorado, where he knew both Wyatt Earp and Bat Masterson, through all the gambling halls in Texas prior to moving on to California. When his journey takes him to Fort Worth he is able to make connections with Luke Short due his prior introduction from Bat Masterson. Little Luke Short not only owns a half partnership in the White Elephan, but Luke is a gunman on the level with Wyatt, Doc, and Bat, only a little slower it is said than Ben Thompson. Soon after meeting Luke, Ty enters a couple day's long poker game at Luke's emporium. After that, owning to whiskey, cards, and guns, events begin to move along with Luke Short calling on Ty to help watch his back. As difficulties arise any reader of the west knows who will show up: yep, that's correct, sheriff Jim Courtwright. How all this works out, well, you will have to spend some time reading this western as I'm not one for spoiling the book for you. But be assured with Robert J. Randisi writing the book all will offer a pleasing read. And should you enjoy this one, hey, there are also two prior books to read also. The other two books are entitled: DENVER DRAW and BUTLER'S WAGER. Exciting stories with both being westerns with poker as a backdrop. Read on, pards. Semper Fi.