Just as Sheriff Zeb Hanks announces his bid for re-election as Sheriff of Graham County and his upcoming marriage to Echo Skysong, all hell breaks loose. A crime wave sweeps Graham County, knocking Zeb off his game. Are all of these crimes directed at the county by some disgruntled individual or is this a direct attack on Zeb Hanks? Further complicating Zeb's life is Echo Skysong. As her relationship with Zeb grows ever closer and her power grows as the Knowledge Keeper of all the People, she too becomes a target. While suspects are many, leads are few. With the election at hand, Zeb must quickly find a clever and nearly invisible enemy or enemies. Native mysticism as well as military and political intrigue all play a role in the unfolding of this intricately woven tale. NATIVE TROUBLE is the ninth book in the ZEB HANKS: Small Town Sheriff Big Time Trouble series. Other books in the series include NATIVE BLOOD, HOLES IN THE SKY, ADIOS ANGEL, NATIVE JUSTICE, NATIVE BONES, NATIVE WARRIOR, NATIVE EARTH and NATIVE DESTINY. "When unseen forces attempt to discredit his every move, Sheriff Zeb Hanks faces his most challenging term in office. In this well-told foray into the far reaches of the Apache reservation, Mark Reps weaves myth and mystery into a tale that brings familiar characters into play...and into danger...as Zeb desperately searches for answers. This latest effort by Reps is sure to mesmerize the many readers of the well-loved series." --R. Allen Chappell, author of Navajo Nation Mystery Series "Native Trouble is Mark Reps at his finest. I finished the book in one day and am already eagerly awaiting the next installment because Zeb has unfinished business as a lawman in Graham County and justice needs to be served." --David Crow, author Pale-Faced Lie Another outstanding Zeb Hanks/Small Town Sheriff, Big Time Trouble Western adventure, from the Grand Canyon State's (and my!) favourite author,the talented and creative Mark Reps. Native Trouble will tick all the items on your reading wish-list: all-action, realistic engaging characters, strong female protagonists,a 'flawed hero', cultural interactions, traditions ancient and modern, blackmail, treachery, current affairs, (including gun laws, terrorism, international conflicts etc) and their effects on victims and survivors, while true love, friendships, relationships and much much more develop thrillingly against not only majestic scenery or dramatic landscapes, but also among small-town sidewalks and on the Reservation, that both teem with a huge variety of personalities and lifestyles. I guarantee you'll be spellbound as Zeb and his fiancee Echo face personal challenges of very different kinds, helped against terrors they never expected to have to face or challenges of the job of keeping peace in Safford County, by heartwarming support from friends, family and colleagues. Native Trouble will make you smile with satisfaction, long after you reluctantly finish the last page...more soon please Dr Reps! -- a review by Rosemary Kenny Mark Reps has been a writer and storyteller his whole life. Born in small town southeastern Minnesota, he trained as a mathematician and chiropractor but never lost his love of telling or writing a good story. As an avid desert wilderness hiker Mark spends a great deal of time roaming the desert and other terrains of southeastern Arizona from December to May. A chance meeting with an old time colorful sheriff led him to develop the Zeb Hanks character and the world that surrounds him. Mark returns often to SE Arizona for inspiration, information and to maintain the general feel of the area, learn its history and understand the local residents. When Mark started writing he became pen pals with Tony Hillerman who offered up tips, criticism and ideas on some of his early novels. His books are often compared with the Longmire television series and books by Craig Johnson. Welcome to the series! Signup for new releases and free content including a free Zeb Hanks Novella for subscribers: eepurl.com/b6_7m-/ Find out more at: facebook.com/ZebHanks markreps.com @markreps1 Many thanks to the many wonderful, loyal readers out there! Feedback is always welcome and Mark tries to respond to every request and question. If you read and enjoy the books, please review them on Amazon.com.