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Thrilling stories of love and suspense from Derek Catron, author of Yosemite Lies and the Trail Angel trilogy 

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My newest book

YOSEMITE LIES

Two women camping in the vastness of Yosemite National Park seek an escape from worldly troubles: disappointing job and love prospects for Kate, a pending divorce with a fortune at stake for Veronica. Yet menace stalks them from the outset. They cross paths with a handsome hiker with a mysterious past. Two strangers intrude on their isolated campsite. As the danger ratchets up, Kate and Veronica realize the secrets they’ve kept from each other may pose the greatest threat of all.

First Josey Angel Novel

TRAIL ANGEL

From award-winning journalist and first-time novelist, Derek Catron comes to a historical Western and love story set on “the bloody Bozeman,” the trail that sparked the only Indian war that ended with the army’s defeat.

Second Josey Angel Novel

ANGEL FALLS

In the follow-up to his critically acclaimed debut, Trail Angel, award-winning journalist Derek Catron weaves a thrilling tale of three unforgettable characters: Josey Angel, a Union cavalryman struggling to set aside a violent past and make a life with the woman he loves; Annabelle Rutledge, a Southern war widow who came west to rebuild her family’s fortunes and found love but little peace...

Third Josey Angel Novel

AVENGING ANGEL

When a rash of shocking raids threatens the hope for peace on the Bozeman Trail, Josey and Annabelle ride into the fray to seek an accord with the rising Sioux leader Crazy Horse. The wary Sioux pose but one threat; also lurking is a gunfighter who blames Josey for the death of his son in the war, and a scientist whose views of human origins are as disturbing as his hulking henchman and army of mercenaries. All forces converge in a bloody, fiery climax, where Josey and Annabelle will need more than their fast-firing rifles to protect those they love and solve a mystery that threatens to betray all their efforts.

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Derek's Catron wrote the Josey Angel trilogy of historical Westerns — with more books on the way.

2 months ago

Derek Catron
Can’t decide between the beach and mountains this summer? Enjoy both by making Yosemite Lies your next beach read!The adventure-thriller Kirkus Reviews called “a riveting tale about friendship and betrayal” is available through Amazon in hardcover, paperback, and e-book formats. ... See MoreSee Less
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3 months ago

Derek Catron
The first reviews are in for Yosemite Lies, my new mystery-thriller that’s now available on Amazon. Kirkus Reviews dubbed the novel “a riveting tale about friendship and betrayal.” The story is about a getaway to Yosemite National Park’s vast and rugged backcountry that turns life-threatening when two women camping alone realize they are being stalked—while long-hidden secrets pose new perils. “Everyone hiking in Yosemite seems to have secrets,” Kirkus wrote in its review. “Catron’s gripping story delivers a lot of intriguing twists and turns, and the big reveal is a shocking one. ... Readers will enjoy the thrilling action.” You can order Yosemite Lies through Amazon in hardcover, paperback, and e-book formats. I’ll share a link to the page in comments or read more about the book – including an excerpt! – at my website. ... See MoreSee Less
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3 months ago

Derek Catron
It’s finally here: the release of a modern mystery-thriller that’s been simmering in my brain since one of my own camping trips in 2015.A getaway to Yosemite National Park’s vast and rugged backcountry turns life-threatening when two women camping alone realize they are being stalked—while long-hidden secrets may pose even greater perils in Yosemite Lies.This one is a major departure from the historical Westerns I wrote with the Trail Angel trilogy. But like those books, Yosemite Lies is filled with strong characters, riveting action, and a propulsive story that will hold you to your seat.Best friends Kate and Veronica welcome the escape as Veronica copes with a brutal divorce that jeopardizes her role in the company she founded with her husband. Yet a sense of menace looms from the outset. A handsome hiker with a mysterious past triggers alarms for Kate. An encounter with two aggressive strangers drives the women deeper into the wilderness.When the danger ratchets up, Kate must discover who means to harm them—while seeking the courage to save herself and Veronica in a page-turner that will keep readers guessing until the end.Fortunately, my camping trip wasn’t nearly so eventful—though memorable enough to spark the idea for the story you can now read. You can order Yosemite Lies through Amazon in hardcover, paperback, and e-book formats. I'll share the link in comments. ... See MoreSee Less
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3 months ago

Derek Catron
Since I announced the July 11 publication of "Yosemite Lies," I’ve gotten questions about the inspiration for my newest novel. It’s a story I’m happy to share, and those who’d like to read it can visit my blog at the link in comments. For the rest of you, I offer some fun images of the places and people who helped shape the story in my mind. Join the adventure! ... See MoreSee Less
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