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SIERRA CHARLIE NOVELS
Stories of Courage. Consequence. Survival.
BLOODFIRE SKY
A RECKONING IN THE WEST
Kindle eBook available for Pre-order
Paperback & Hardcover Available December 1st, 2026
The desert has a way of burying the past. But some things refuse to stay buried.
Arizona Territory, 1876.
When a brutal canyon ambush leaves his father dead, young Shay Briscoe loses everything.
Seven years later, he finds an unlikely family among the outlaws of the Brimstone Gang—and a chance at love with a woman named Mary Beth.
But the past is never truly buried. As old enemies return and the life he's built begins to unravel, Shay must choose between the promise of a future and the terrible price of vengeance.
A man can survive a lifetime of suffering. But how much can he lose before something inside him finally breaks?
The Author
SHANE COWDEN
Shane Cowden is a Canadian author, military veteran and father of three. Born in Hamilton, Ontario, he currently resides in Durham Region with his wife and children.
In 2008, Shane served in Kandahar, Afghanistan, with the Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders of Canada. His military service, along with the experience of losing close friends both at war and at home, profoundly shaped his outlook on life. These experiences continue to influence his writing, particularly his fascination with the human condition, the lasting effects of trauma, and the ways in which violence, loss, and adversity shape the people we become.
A graduate of journalism, Shane has always had a passion for storytelling. In 2023, he published his debut novel, ORION, a story inspired in part by his personal experiences and his interest in mental health. In his second novel, he will continue his exploration of complex characters, moral conflicts, and the darker aspects of human nature.
Outside of writing, Shane works as a Tactical Trainer in Ontario's nuclear security sector. When he's not working or putting words to paper, he enjoys spending time with his family, coaching hockey, and playing guitar.
Through Sierra Charlie Novels, Shane hopes to tell stories that entertain, challenge, and stay with readers long after the final page.
