Spotlight on 'The Rustler Hunter' by R.J. Sloane

Happy Wednesday Bookworms!

Memories from my childhood, particularly when it comes to my late grandfather. He was a lifelong fan of all things Western, from the way he dressed to what he watched, and when I see or read about a cowboy on a horse, I can't help but think about my grandfather and his passion. That's why I am so excited to share an excerpt from a newly released Western Action & Adventure!

I hope you enjoy and don't forget to scroll to the bottom of this post and enter the amazing giveaway from JustRead Tours!

Welcome to the Blog Tour for The Rustler Hunter by R.J. Sloane, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

About the Book

Title: The Rustler Hunter
Series: Harper's Justice #1
Author: R.J. Sloane
Publisher: Desert Life Media
Release Date: September 23, 2025 
Genre: Western Action & Adventure, Christian Western, Western Romance

When forty-one successful manhunts make you a legend, there’s only one way left to go—down. 

J.J. Westin, the infamous Rustler Hunter, goes undercover at Arizona Territory's largest cattle ranch to expose the rustlers bleeding it dry. The thieves aren't just stealing cattle. They're trusted cowboys operating from inside the bunkhouse. 

What he doesn't expect is Hayley Harper, the tough-as-nails cook with secrets of her own. She's a Pinkerton agent working the same case and the daughter of notorious outlaw Galen Harper. 

When their covers are blown, they uncover something far deadlier than rustling. A corruption network spanning three territories. With enemies closing in and bullets flying, the legendary manhunter and the outlaw's daughter must survive the badlands of 1898 Arizona, where trust is deadly and justice comes at gunpoint.  

In the shadow of Canyon Diablo, where the historic Aztec Land & Cattle Company's Hashknife outfit controlled over a million acres of the Arizona Territory's most lawless land. 

 
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Excerpt

Opening Action Scene (Train Chase)

From Chapter 1 - showcases J.J.'s reputation and action-packed style

Best I could tell, the thieving rustler was about twenty minutes ahead of me. The second I leaped onto the back of Magnus, my flaxen chestnut mustang exploded into motion before my spurs even touched his sides. When I pressed him harder, he surged to a full gallop, his powerful strides eating up the frozen ground between us and the steel beast thundering ahead.

"Yaw!"

My voice carried sharp and urgent beneath my navy blue bandanna as we closed the distance. Magnus and I had been partners for over a year, and he read my intentions better than most men. The moment I pointed him toward that train, he knew we were chasing down something dangerous.

We had a train to catch. More importantly, we had to bring down "Knife-Edge" Pete Kowalski.

Three days ago, Pete had slipped through my fingers when I'd raided his rustling operation outside Trinidad. Forty-seven head of stolen cattle, five dead cowboys, and a burned-out ranch house, but Pete had vanished like smoke. Word came this morning that he'd bought a ticket on the westbound Atchison, Topeka, and Santa Fe.

He thought wrong.

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About the Author

R.J. Sloane writes gritty western adventures where justice rides hard across the untamed Southwest. Inspired by shows like Longmire and Yellowstone, plus a childhood spent watching classic westerns with dad, R.J. brings authentic frontier spirit to every page. When not crafting tales of territorial lawmen, you'll find R.J. researching the legendary lawmen of the Southwest and the founding of pivotal frontier towns.

Connect with R.J. Sloane by visiting rjsloanewesterns.com to follow on social media or subscribe to email newsletter updates.

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Tour Giveaway

(1) winner will each receive a signed copy of The Rustler Hunter!

Full tour schedule linked below. The giveaway begins at midnight September 24, 2025 and will last through 11:59 PM EST on October 1, 2025. Winners will be notified within 2 weeks of close of the giveaway and given 48 hours to respond or risk forfeiture of prize. US only. Void where prohibited by law or logistics.

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