Ellen Recknor (1951–2014)

Me and the Boys by Ellen Recknor was another fun read set in and around the historic town of Tombstone in 1879-80. The story is told by Gini Kincaid, the fifteen year old fiery redhead as she undergoes a series of adventures while hooking up with some disreputable characters. Along the way she comes into contact with the Earp Brothers, Doc Holliday and a host of other interesting individuals that were drifting around the Arizona Territory at that time. Whether searing for a treasure of gold or fighting off Apaches, Gini lives life to the fullest.

In her own words: “I have strutted the stage in notorious haunts and sought the company of outlaws. I have held in my hands a fortune in stolen gold, loved a gambler and fought for my life against villains.” Gini is a firecracker and her story is irresistible, with plenty of action, humor and adventure.

This is the first book I have read by Ellen Recknor, but her witty writing of the wild adventures of Gini Kincaid certainly encourages me to try and hunt up another one of this author’s books.… (meer)