A story of faded love, forbidden temptations, treacherous adversaries, adventure, and death on the Texas frontier. Hard Land to Rule is the first in a trilogy about the turbulent times deep in the hills west of Austin after the Civil War. Join an unforgettable cast of rugged frontiersmen and pompous commanders, jaded wives and an enticing seductress, Texas Rangers and Comanche warriors as they engage in deadly hostilities. Written in a rich, authentic voice, this story will keep you captivated from page to page and make you regret the long hard ride had to come to an end.