The Devil's Revolver

The Devil's Revolver Series, Book 1

By: V. S. McGrath

Narrated by: Autumn McNamara

She is Hettie Alabama—unlikely, scarred, single-minded, and blood bound to a revolver forged by a demon.

The first book in an epic, magic-clad series featuring the Wild West reimagined as a crosscultural stereoscope of interdimensional magic and hardship, The Devil’s Revolver opens with a shooting competition and takes off across the landscape after a brutal double murder and kidnapping—to which revenge is the only answer.

Hettie Alabama, only 17 years old, leads her crew of underdogs with her father’s cursed revolver, magicked to take a year off her life each time she fires it. It’s no way for a ranch girl to grow up, but grow up she does, her scars and determination to rescue her vulnerable younger sister deepening with every year of life she loses. A sweeping and high-stakes saga that gilds familiar Western adventure with powerful magic and panoramic fantasy, The Devil’s Revolver is the last word and the blackest hat in the Weird West.

"Features vivacious characters with tricks up their sleeves." (Publishers Weekly)

"Immensely readable, gritty, and sharp as a spur rowel, The Devil’s Revolver is a western with a twist." (Deanna Raybourn, New York Times best-selling author of the Julia Grey novels)

"The Devil’s Revolver is a riveting ride that mixes the grit of Westerns with the world of magic. McGrath loads this fantastic story with action, suspense, adventure and unforgettable characters. You'll definitely want to pull the trigger." (Wynne Channing)

“The feminist western you’ve been waiting for: The Devil’s Revolver has heart and grit. A terrific genre-crossing tale with a deft touch of the macabre.” (Donna Thorland, writer on the Netflix series The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina)

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Magical, Mystical with a Few Jaw Dropping Twists! Amazing!

Leave reality behind and let your imagination loose as V.S. McGrath weaves a tangled web of drama, deceit and betrayal in “ The Devil’s Revolver”! Centered around a reimagined old west, this brilliantly AMAZING, story is filled with action, strategically placed humor, magic and mystical beings … both human and non! My jaw is still on the floor from the twists, turns and surprises this magnificently written story contained! Sorry, no spoilers. There is no way I’m going to ruin the fabulous fun of THIS wild ride by giving away plot details! I can say that “The Devil’s Revolver” is delightfully filled with lively characters, all vivid, vibrant and beautifully crafted, The tension level at times was enough to keep this listener perched on the edge of her seat frantic for resolution! The amount time I WAS left suspended was perfect! The story never lagged, never dragged, and I felt “in” the story, engaged with the characters throughout! The narration was very easy on the ear, emotional, clear and beautifully lyrical. I truly enjoyed the performance and I LOVED this story and those twists! Oh my! Five fantastic stars!

Gripping

I liked this the more I listened to it. It's complex and multilayered. I wasn't expecting it to be so twisted and good. I enjoyed the supernatural aspects and was rooting for the girls. I look forward to continuing the adventure in the next one. I was pulled in and on the edge of my seat listening. I voluntarily listened to a free copy of this and am giving an honest review. The narrator did a great job bringing it to life.

Narrator is Amazing

The narrator will immerse you in an Old West world that’s tangled with magic spells and dangerous weapons. Each character comes to life under her care and attention and does justice to the author’s unique heroine and her unusual quest.

LOVED IT !!!

I enjoyed this wild adventurous ride that had me thoroughly hooked
i enjoyed the characters and the storyline
I highly recommend
the narrator was EXCELLENT !!!

Absolutely loved it!

I loved everything about this book. The storyline was very interesting & different from what I normally listen to. The narrator did an amazing job bringing all the characters to life. This book could make a great movie - so many interesting elements. Well done!

An imaginative, unique world weaving magic and old west lore into something new!

The story brought a new perspective to the classic western genre. An authenticity to the world building comes from a detailed system of magic and respect given to the cultures presented thru characters. I found myself caught up in the story and the characters struggles quite quickly.