"Coming of the Law" by Charles Alden Seltzer is a thrilling Western novel that follows the story of Jim Traft, a young cowboy who becomes entangled in a dangerous feud between two rival ranching families. As the tension between the families escalates, Jim finds himself caught in the middle, forced to choose between loyalty to his employer and doing what he knows is right.

Seltzer’s writing is vivid and engaging, bringing to life the harsh landscapes of the American West and the tough, rugged characters who inhabit it. The action-packed plot keeps readers on the edge of their seats, with plenty of twists and turns to keep them guessing until the very end.

The author’s deep understanding of the historical context of the American frontier adds an extra layer of authenticity to the story, making it a compelling and immersive read for fans of Western fiction. Overall, "Coming of the Law" is a gripping tale of morality, justice, and the brutal realities of life in the Wild West.

Book Description:
A young Easterner, Hollis, a newspaper reporter, arrives in a small western town, to inherit his father’s ranch and his newspaper. He discovers that the town and the entire county are controlled by an unscrupulous cattleman, Dunlavey. This guy is a law unto himself, stealing cattle from his neighbors, who are powerless to defend themselves because he also owns the local sheriff. Can Hollis overcome these obstacles and insure that the county is run by the rule of law?