The Showdown at San Benito
By Roy Calvin Moore
Set in the lawless chaos of post-Civil War South Texas, this gritty Western weaves together the fates of a haunted Texas Ranger, a murderous priest, and a teenage mother.
Packed with gunfights, gambling, and unforgettable twists, it’s a tale where redemption and ruin ride side by side.
About the Book
In the turbulent era of post-Civil War reconstruction, The Showdown at San Benito unfolds a Western epic bursting with action, suspense, and raw human emotion. A tormented Texas Ranger crosses paths with a deadly priest and a determined teen mother, each wrestling with personal demons in a ruthless land with few rules. From high-stakes gambling dens to dusty showdowns—and a legendary Texas whorehouse at the center of it all—this gripping tale explores how bad folks can find redemption and good folks can lose their way.
As morality twists in the harsh glare of the frontier sun, readers are drawn into a pulse-pounding story of ambition, justice, and the price of survival.
Will fame and fortune come at the ultimate cost?
What Readers Are Saying
★★★★★
Belinda P.
“I was drawn to it because my Uncle wrote it! The story was based on people he grew up around. Which made it very interesting to me. Would recommend to buy it.”
★★★★★
Gail Morris
“Full of action, from the start through to the end. You might want to keep a map handy while you follow the story line through South Texas. Though it is a fictional story, there are bits of truth throughout. Pleasurable read.”
★★★★★
Patricia V. Chambers
“This is a must read. I loved everything about this book. It starts out exciting and continues to interest me through the entire book. I loved the characters and wanted them to be safe. There were so many twists and turns I never knew what was going to happen. For anyone who reads this book you will enjoy the whole experience. I highly recommend this book.”
Meet the Author
Roy Calvin Moore was born in San Benito, Texas, in March of 1932. Reaching the pinnacle of a United States Air Force Top Gun pilot, he was able to see the world as he served his country.
This perspective, plus hours as a child listening to the “old-timers” about survival in Texas following the Civil War, led to the inspiration for his first novel. Characters of all walks would scramble to this area of South Texas for a piece of the American dream. They come to life in his debut novel.
