Gun Thunder On The Rio : Kessinger Publishing : 9781432554859 : 1432554859 : 01 Mar 2007 : ""Gun Thunder On The Rio"" is a Western novel written by Dan James. The story takes place along the Rio Grande border between Texas and Mexico during the late 1800s. The protagonist, Jack Cordell, is a former Texas Ranger who is hired by a wealthy rancher to retrieve his kidnapped daughter from a Mexican bandit. Along the way, Jack encounters a cast of characters, including a beautiful Mexican woman who he falls in love with, a corrupt Mexican general, and a group of ruthless outlaws. As Jack navigates through dangerous terrain and battles with his enemies, he must also confront his own demons and come to terms with his past. The novel is action-packed and filled with gunfights, horse chases, and romance. It explores themes of justice, revenge, and redemption in the Wild West.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library