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What a FUN READ!

Good Friends Are Hard To Come By by Douglas Buckland is a riveting action-adventure thriller that takes readers on a wild ride through the life of Jeb, a man whose mundane existence is turned upside down by a chance meeting in South Africa. This encounter not only offers Jeb the opportunity to return to his old ranch in Colorado but also thrusts him into the heart of a clandestine world where he becomes an undeclared agent under the guise of a consultant Drilling Superintendent.

Buckland’s narrative is a clever blend of light-hearted banter and intense action, creating a story that is as much about the bonds of friendship as it is about the thrills of the adventure. The author masterfully crafts a motley crew of characters, each with their own unique skill set—some legal, others not so much. This eclectic group becomes the nucleus of the story, providing a rich tapestry of personalities that readers will find both endearing and exciting.

The plot thickens when one of Jeb’s friends finds himself entangled with an Irish gang from back East, setting the stage for a showdown that could cost them their lives. It’s here that Buckland shines, weaving a tale of loyalty and camaraderie set against the backdrop of a high-stakes game of cat and mouse.

With echoes of the classic western showdown found in The Magnificent Seven, Good Friends Are Hard To Come By is a modern-day tale of justice and survival that keeps you hooked until the last page. Buckland’s writing is engaging, with a conversational tone that makes the characters come alive. The action sequences are well-executed, and the strategic moves of Jeb’s crew are both uncivilized and highly illegal, yet you can’t help but root for them.

Douglas Buckland’s Good Friends Are Hard To Come By is a must-read for fans of action-packed thrillers with a heart. It’s a story that proves that while good friends may indeed be hard to come by, they’re worth their weight in gold when the chips are down.