Dark Thicket

In "Donovan," the notorious outlaw seemingly returns from the grave to wreak havoc in the town of Dry Fork, Texas, prompting Sheriff Webb Matlock to track him down across the border to prevent further violence. Meanwhile, in "Dark Thicket," Elmer Kelton tells the story of Owen Danforth, a wounded Confederate soldier who returns home to a divided Texas in the midst of the Civil War. As local conflicts intensify, Owen faces a heartbreaking choice between his family loyalties and the hope for peace. Both tales encapsulate the turbulent spirit of Texas during tumultuous times.