For some unfathomable reason the Johnstone Clan decided to "reboot" the Smoke Jensen origin story. Smoke Jensen: The Beginning follows the Jensen clan during these volatile years, from Civil War battles to border state raids to the kind of frontier justice achieved only by bullets and blood. ‎For the first time, an epic account of a boy born into a struggle for survival on the harsh and unforgiving American frontier, the story behind the legend of Smoke Jensen.... On the eve of the Civil War, Kirby Jensen is the youngest of three children living on a hardscrabble ranch in Southwestern Mi… Such a clever man. Farmers in this neighbourhood had divided loyalties. This wasn't that. Smoke Jensen: The Beginning follows the Jensen clan during these volatile years, from Civil War battles to border state raids to the kind of frontier justice achieved only by bullets and blood. Something went wrong. He has never placed himself in that situation before. Smoke Jensen, the Beginning follows the Jensen clan during these volatile years, from Civil War battles to border state raids to the kind of frontier justice achieved only by bullets and blood. I just love the novels. Another winner by Johnstone. Great read, well written story. Smoke Jensen, the Beginning follows the Jensen clan during these volatile years, from Civil War battles to border state raids to the kind of frontier justice achieved only by bullets and blood. Smoke Jensen The Beginning follows the Jensen clan during these volatile years, from Civil War battles to border state raids to the kind of frontier justice achieved only by bullets and blood. This particular edition is in a Mass Market Paperback format. in the historical research to make the stories accurate and write in the style that makes them interesting books. Smoke Jensen The Beginning follows the Jensen clan during these volatile years, from Civil War battles to border state raids to the kind of frontier justice achieved only by bullets and blood. However, I thought it had more sexual content then necessary. Smoke Jensen: The Beginning follows the Jensen clan during these volatile years, from Civil War battles to border state raids to the kind of frontier justice achieved only by bullets and blood. Those who didn't sign up with the armies of the North or South drifted toward guerilla raiders; the Confederate. Now I know where he came from and how he became the man he is. Smoke Jensen: The Beginning follows the Jensen clan during these volatile years, from Civil War battles to border state raids to the kind of frontier justice achieved only by bullets and blood. Excellent entry in the series marred only hy Johnstone's usual top easy and quick ending/final confrontation. This was a great story about the origin of the Smoke Jenses character in his ongoing series and it was great to learn how he first met up with the Preacher character. September 29th 2015 Not the Smoke Jensen that we have come to know, Reviewed in the United States on December 9, 2016. I think that to write a whole series of books about a character and then come up with a whole new story line is not good. Series list: Smoke Jensen: The Last Mountain Man (49 Books) by William W. Johnstone. Smoke Jensen: The Beginning follows the Jensen clan during these volatile years, from Civil War battles to border state raids to the kind of frontier justice achieved only by bullets and blood. Yes we all know they are basically ''recipe'' books and you can predict what is going to happen next. Smoke Jensen The Beginning follows the Jensen clan during these volatile years, from Civil War battles to border state raids to the kind of frontier justice achieved only by bullets and blood. Just a moment while we sign you in to your Goodreads account. Smoke Jensen: The Beginning follows the Jensen clan during these volatile years, from Civil War battles to border state raids to the kind of frontier justice achieved only by bullets and blood. Have a lot on my Kindle. William W. Johnstone and J. Full content visible, double tap to read brief content. William W. Johnstone chronicles the early years of Kirby Jensen — soon to be nicknamed Smoke — as he journeys from boyhood innocence into a manhood shaped by violence and a young man’s thirst for justice. In my case my Kindle in my iPad. To quote Billy Maddison "what you’ve just said is one of the most insanely idiotic things I have ever heard. Smoke Jensen The Beginning follows the Jensen clan during these volatile years, from Civil War battles to border state raids to the kind of frontier justice achieved only by bullets and blood. In another instance Smoke is unprepared for several gunfights. . I had run across several Johnstone books in libraries over the last year or two and had been looking forward to reading one. Really enjoyed seeing Smoke on the farm with Janey and Luke, that aspect of their lives was a well appreciated inclusion. Smoke Jensen, the Beginning Smoke Jensen Series, Book 1 (Downloadable Audiobook) : Johnstone, William W. : The Greatest Western Writer Of The 21st Century For the first time, an epic account of a boy born into a struggle for survival on the harsh and unforgiving American frontier, the story behind the legend of Smoke Jensen. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 10, 2015, Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 9, 2015, Enjoyed the book but want the following book. William W. Johnstone chronicles the early years of Kirby Jensen—soon to be nicknamed Smoke—as he journeys from boyhood innocence into a manhood shaped by violence and a young man’s thirst for justice. Really enjoyed seeing Smoke on the farm with Janey and Luke, that aspect of their lives was a well appreciated inclusion. Then you can start reading Kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer - no Kindle device required. Please try again. Be prepared to be charmed, wooed, and—of course—seduced by these most popular romance novels of the past three... To see what your friends thought of this book. Smoke Jensen, the Beginning follows the Jensen clan during these volatile years, from Civil War battles to border state raids to the kind of frontier justice achieved only by bullets and blood. Tied up some loose ends in the Smoke Jensen history. Smoke Jensen: The Beginning; Smoke Jensen: The Last Mountain Man; Sons of Texas; Spellsinger; Stand-Alone Titles; Stony Man; Stormlight Archive; Super Powereds; Survivalist; Tamora Carter; Templar Chronicles; Texas John Slaughter; Texas Rangers; Those Jensen Boys! They didn't hold with slave-owning and they disliked Federal Government interference. Laws were followed if they felt like obeying. Outlaw Country (A Smoke Jensen Novel) – Releases May 2021 $ 8.99 – $ 27.95 Select options But they are always quick reads and entertaining. William W. Johnstone chronicles the early years of Kirby Jensen--soon to be nicknamed Smoke-- as he journeys from boyhood innocence into a manhood shaped by violence and a young man's thirst for justice. For example, Smoke has always fiercely protected his family. But this time, we get his history or as the comic books call it - his secret origin. Your recently viewed items and featured recommendations, Select the department you want to search in, Mass Market Paperback, September 29, 2015. William W. Johnstone and J. Unable to add item to List. Smoke Jensen: The Beginning follows the Jensen clan during these volatile years, from Civil War battles to border state raids to the kind of frontier justice achieved only by bullets and blood. Johnstone. Smoke Jensen The Beginning follows the Jensen clan during these volatile years, from Civil War battles to border state raids to the kind of frontier justice achieved only by bullets and blood. The 52 Most Popular Romances of the Past Three Years. I surely enjoy reading this entire Mountain Man series and look forward to more tales about the Jensen Family. Ah yes, the allure of new love! They fight off the attackers but Smoke just sits back and waits for something else to happen. Buy a cheap copy of Smoke Jensen: The Beginning book by William W. Johnstone. Smoke Jensen- The Beginning (Smoke Jensen Series) $ 5.99 – $ 24.99 Select options; 2. William W. Johnstone chronicles the early years of Kirby Jensen—soon to be nicknamed Smoke—as he journeys from boyhood innocence into a manhood shaped by violence and a young man's thirst for justice. It does not ruin the book, by any means, it is just something I was sad to see different. I am disappointed I read as much of this as i did. Refresh and try again. It was a nice way to add on and build up, you know, corralling a family such as the Jensens certainly takes some doing, a book restating the facts just makes sense. Smoke Jensen: The Beginning follows the Jensen clan during these volatile years, from Civil War battles to border state raids to the kind of frontier justice achieved only by bullets and blood. Johnstone is doing a great job of keeping the stories going. This book was not very good in my opinion. There was a problem loading your book clubs. This new writing takes that away. They didn't hold with slave-owning and they disliked Federal Government interference. I'm very confused. William W. Johnstone and J. Everyone in this room is now dumber for having listened to it. Comparing to the great Louis L'Amour, I felt that the western action to the book was very good. I read later Smoke Jensen books and the tales of how he and his dad met up with preacher are vastly different depending on what book you read. However, I thought it had more sexual content then necessary. Great story as are all Johnstone novels. A … This book just seems to flow along, providing just the restful but engrossing experience I want in recreational reading. I can overlook this book this time but if we have another book with this much off character actions, I.ll just retire on the ones I already have and stop reading the newer ones. Smoke Jensen, the Beginning (Audible Audio Edition): William W. Johnstone, J. On a personal note, I wish Preacher was with Smoke longer, made a much bigger, HUGE impact on the man he became. Fast shots, rape, murder, scenic panoramas. Smoke Jensen: The Beginning follows the Jensen clan during these volatile years, from Civil War battles to border state raids to the kind of frontier justice achieved only by bullets and blood. This book is a sad attempt to continue the series using ghost writers. Instead, our system considers things like how recent a review is and if the reviewer bought the item on Amazon. It is your typical Smoke Jensen Story. At no point in your rambling, incoherent response were you even close to anything that could be considered a rational thought. ‎For the first time, an epic account of a boy born into a struggle for survival on the harsh and unforgiving American frontier, the story behind the legend of Smoke Jensen.... On the eve of the Civil War, Kirby Jensen is the youngest of three children living on a hardscrabble ranch in Southwestern Mi… When the US Civil War hits the Jensen farm, raiders leave Kirby meaning for revenge. Let us know what’s wrong with this preview of, Published Goodreads helps you keep track of books you want to read. Brief content visible, double tap to read full content. I finally got one, but found myself a little bit disappointed in it. This is total TRASH! Smoke Jensen: The Beginning follows the Jensen clan during these volatile years, from Civil War battles to border state raids to the kind of frontier justice achieved only by bullets and blood. Smoke Jensen: The Beginning follows the Jensen clan during these volatile years, from Civil War battles to border state raids to the kind of frontier justice achieved only by bullets and blood. On a personal note, I wish Preacher was with Smoke longer, made a much bigger, HUGE impact on the man he. Reviewed in the United States on February 22, 2020, Love this series of books with my favorite hero, Smoke Jensen and any of the Jensens, Reviewed in the United States on March 19, 2016. That has always made such a strong bond between Preacher and Smoke - the bond that makes them family. It also served to add more ignorance and stupidity to the world. This book is not yet featured on Listopia. Enter your mobile number or email address below and we'll send you a link to download the free Kindle App. Smoke Jensen, The Beginning - Smoke Jensen, The Beginning audiobook, by J. Kirby (Smoke) Jensen was Matt Jensen's mentor and friend. by Pinnacle. I read this book some time ago. I love all of them. Smoke Jensen, The Beginning (A Smoke Jensen Novel of the West), Mass Market Paperback – September 29, 2015, Pinnacle; Reprint edition (September 29, 2015). Help others learn more about this product by uploading a video! THE GREATEST WESTERN WRITERS OF THE 21ST CENTURY For the first time, an epic account of a boy born into a struggle for survival on the harsh and unforgiving... Free shipping over $10. William W. Johnstone is one of the best western epic storytellers out there. Everyone in this room is now dumber for having listened to it. The times were really barbaric. William W. Johnstone and J. Please try your request again later. To calculate the overall star rating and percentage breakdown by star, we don’t use a simple average. Reviewed in the United States on June 7, 2018. Johnstone went back to tell the early life of Kirby (Smoke) Jensen and his family. It also analyzes reviews to verify trustworthiness. Kirby (Smoke) Jensen was Matt Jensen's mentor and friend. Prime members enjoy FREE Delivery and exclusive access to music, movies, TV shows, original audio series, and Kindle books. William W. Johnstone chronicles the early years of Kirby Jensen—soon to be nicknamed Smoke—as he journeys from boyhood innocence into a manhood shaped by violence and a young man’s thirst for justice. We’d love your help. Will be looking up the other books about them. Smoke Jensen The Beginning follows the Jensen clan during these volatile years, from Civil War battles to border state raids to the kind of frontier justice achieved only by bullets and blood. Those who didn't sign up with the armies of the North or South drifted toward guerilla raiders; the Confederates in Missouri were Bushwhackers, the Union sympathizers in Kansas were Jayhawkers. I was not disappointed. Every legend has had its beginnings somewhere and this is Smokes'. At no point in your rambling, incoherent response were you even close to anything that could be considered a rational thought. In this volume we have Kirby's coming of age years on a small 40-acre family farm in Missouri during the American Civil War. A book written for the lust of money and nothing else. I liked the book it was funny, sad being just after the Civil War, though I've no idea, but it was. Another excellent book about Smoke Jensen. Smoke Jensen The Beginning follows the Jensen clan during these volatile years, from Civil War battles to border state raids to the kind of frontier justice achieved only by bullets and blood. Welcome back. Great read, well written story. The characters are so well formed and I will also be looking for books about Preacher. I had run across several Johnstone books in libraries over the last year or two and had been looking forward to reading one. There are no discussion topics on this book yet. A excellent story set in the dangerous border States of Missouri and Kansas before and during the Civil War. Famously the James Brothers rode with Quantril's Raiders and thus got their start switching to banks and railroads after the war. Johnstone went back to tell the early life of Kirby (Smoke) Jensen and his family. I finally got one, but found myself a little bit disappointed in it. Loved a lot of the teases to futures happenings, Ace and Chance for example. Smoke Jensen: The Beginning follows the Jensen clan during these volatile years, from Civil War battles to border state raids to the kind of frontier justice achieved only by bullets and blood. Loved it. Smoke Jensen: The Beginning follows the Jensen clan during these volatile years, from Civil War battles to border state raids to the kind of frontier justice achieved only by bullets and blood. The Greatest Western Writer Of The 21st CenturyFor the first time, an epic account of a boy born into a struggle for survival on the harsh and unforgiving American frontier, the story behind the legend of Smoke Jensen. It's the first Johnstone book I've read and I look forward to diving into the many books he's written. 1. The early Mountain man and Smoke Jensen books were great.. This one begins when Kirby Jensen is a young pre-teen about the beginning of the Civil War and brings him up to adulthood and his name of Smoke Jensen. I loved the later books, but there are an awful lot of inconsistencies that kind of drives me nuts. This Violent Land (Smoke Jensen Series) $ 5.99 – $ 24.99 Select options; 3. Start by marking “The Beginning (Smoke Jensen, #1)” as Want to Read: Error rating book. Top subscription boxes – right to your door, © 1996-2021, Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates. Live by the West, Die by the West: The Smoke Jensen Saga (Mountain Man), Die with the Outlaws (Matt Jensen/Last Mountain Man), Where There's Fire, There's Smoke (Mountain Man), They Called Him Preacher: The Man behind the Legend (Preacher/First Mountain Man), They Came to Kill (A Preacher & MacCallister Western), Frontier America (A Preacher & MacCallister Western). Great backstory on the Smoke Jensen clan. Parallel lessons miles apart for brother, beautiful sister in quick draws, painted dove. I may read another Johnstone some day, but the romantic style of relationships that L'Amour or Ralph Compton use will trump books by this author. Comparing to the great Louis L'Amour, I felt that the western action to the book was very good. It is the Book, that got me to go and research the "In Order" list of books on Smoke Jensen. In this book Sally and Smoke are attacked. When you have a good thing, why mess with it? Find all the books, read about the author, and more. A great story about the origin of the Smoke Jenses character, Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 8, 2016. After reading Luke Jensen, where Smoke was mentioned and then introduced at the end, wanted to see what Johnstone had come up with regarding Smoke. Bring your club to Amazon Book Clubs, start a new book club and invite your friends to join, or find a club that’s right for you for free. In this volume we have Kirby's coming of age years on a small 40-acre family farm in Missouri during the American Civil War. Good Book, although it sort of leaves the reader hanging in the end about the fate of some of the characters, but I enjoyed it anyway. Here, Preacher stepped in and helped make Smoke a man. I award you no points, and may God have mercy on your soul.". . A good book. I am disappointed I read as much of this as i did. Smoke Jensen: The Beginning follows the Jensen clan during these volatile years, from Civil War battles to border state raids to the kind of frontier justice achieved only by bullets and blood.