I don't normally read many Westerns, and this is the first Longarm novel I've ever read. I had heard of them, though, and expected a lot of sex from a male fantasy perspective. The sex was there (and every available attractive woman simply throws herself at Custis "Longarm" Long), but what surprised me was how tongue-in-cheek funny this book was. The author also has a great ear for natural sounding dialogue which reminded me a great deal of when my career-Marine Corps husband gets together with his old buddies. In this book, Longarm is looking for the murderer of a Ute Indian girl. Her family has given him eight days to find the killer, or they will attack the nearby mining camp. Lots of action, lots of sex, and a true hero in Longarm. He's the man every guy wants to be, and every girl simply wants. Overall, it's a rollicking, fun read. ( )