Texas Ranger Virgil is going about his normal business when
he receives a disturbing missive. Madeline Kimbell is scared
and desperate for his help. Virgil cannot turn down a
potentially innocent victim, but first he must hear the
whole story of why bad men are threatening Madeline.
Madeline is, understandably, thankful for his help, but will
her thanks be premature?
Virgil appears to be genuinely good, a character the reader
can look up to. He is brave and tenacious, determined to do
the right thing. Madeline is more of a wild card, but she
sure seems to be a good person caught in bad circumstances.
She is genuinely afraid and worried. The other secondary
characters are not terribly memorable barring the main
antagonists, those are hard to forget-the author does a
wonderful job of making the reader hate the antagonists.
The events are fast-paced. The reader will appreciate the
view into mafia life and actions. The book is filled with
twists and surprises, the ending will leave the reader
satisfied. THE DEVIL'S ODDS is perfect for readers who
appreciate mystery.
A rip-roaring mystery set in 1940s Texas, featuring a Texas
Ranger and the New Orleans Mafia.
December, 1942. Texas Ranger Virgil Tucker receives a plea
for protection from Madeline Kimbell, a terrified young
woman who witnessed a crime. Keeping Madeline safe from the
men who want to hurt her turns out to be harder than he
imagined. When a prominent attorney is murdered, Virgil is
drawn into the dangerous world of the New Orleans Mafia as
the top mob bosses try to take over alveston’s gambling
empire. Chockfull of Southern charm, this book is perfect
for fans of historical mysteries and for anyone who loves
Texas.
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