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The story of Sheriff Pat Garrett who killed Billy the Kid. The two men were poker buddies and although Garrett was doing his duty by shooting an escaped outlaw, he suffers from guilt at having killed a friend. By the author of Billy Gashade.
Is Journey of the Dead appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 13 and up.
This historical Western follows Sheriff Pat Garrett's psychological journey after killing his friend Billy the Kid in the line of duty. Contains violence typical of Western frontier stories and explores themes of guilt, duty, and moral complexity.
What to know going in
This book has strong violence, no sexual content, and moderate language. Content notes include murder, death of a loved one, and grief (see the full list above).
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Who'll love this
Teens interested in Western history and moral dilemmas will find this exploration of friendship and duty compelling.