Out of Range
Out of Range by C. J. Box, published by Penguin in 2006, is a mystery novel that follows game warden Joe Pickett as he navigates a complex web of greed, power, and murder. When Joe is called to temporarily oversee the Teton district after the apparent suicide of his friend and fellow game warden Will Jensen, he finds himself thrust into a world far removed from his hometown of Saddlestring. The story unfolds against the backdrop of Jackson, Wyoming, a location known for its environmental extremism and the influence of the wealthy elite, adding layers of tension to Joe’s already precarious situation.
As Joe grapples with the unsettling circumstances surrounding Will’s death, he becomes increasingly aware of the dangers that lurk in his new role. The narrative delves into themes of friendship and betrayal, as Joe’s investigation reveals troubling changes in Will’s behavior leading up to his demise. With 310 pages of suspenseful storytelling, Out of Range offers readers a gripping exploration of the darker sides of human nature and the challenges faced by those tasked with upholding the law in a tumultuous environment.
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Game warden Joe Pickett returns in a twisting, action-packed tale of greed, power, and murder.
Joe Pickett is attempting to enjoy-all right, survive-his mother-in-law’s wedding to a local big-shot rancher when he receives some disturbing news: Will Jensen,a fellow Wyoming game warden and a good friend, has killed himself. And Joe’s been picked to temporarily run Jensen’s Teton district.
Jackson, Wyoming, is a far cry from Joe’s hometown of Saddlestring-it’s the epicenter for many environmental extremists and an elite playground for the rich and powerful-and Joe quickly finds himself in over his head. Yet despite the pressures of his new job, he can’t get his friend’s suicide out of his mind. By all accounts, Will had changed in the last few months, becoming violent and unpredictable.
The closer Joe comes to the truth about Will’s death, the more his own life spirals out of control-and he realizes that if he’s not careful, he may end up as Jackson’s next victim. Out of Range proves once again that C. J. Box is one of the most original and entertaining voices in mystery fiction.
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