The Man and His Gun (A Short Story)
AndrewMusgrave
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  • Time 13m
AndrewMusgrave
Complete, First published Aug 11, 2024
Mature
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A western tale of revenge...
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The Diamondback Of Odessa

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A young deputy fights for her life following the massacre of her people.

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