Pistol Harvest

A capable cowhand who grows close to Felice and leads the pursuit of Moran’s killers. He shows steady courage, practical skill with a gun, and a protective instinct toward Felice. Tim’s loyalty to Moran and to Felice drives much of the plot’s forward momentum.

Tim’s sardonic sidekick and a sharp-eyed sleuth who treats danger with humor. He identifies the thieves, coordinates with the sheriff, and helps chase down Jack and Andy. Chito’s charm masks a steadfast commitment to justice.

One of Norton’s henchmen who participates in the cattle theft scheme and later the attempted ambush. He collapses or is killed during the pursuit, illustrating the violent stakes of Norton’s plot.

Felice grows from a rescued girl into a young woman in love with Tim, only to uncover a deeper family link to Johnny. She embodies resilience and curiosity as she navigates danger and betrayal. Her bond with Tim anchors the emotional core of the story.

A banker with a criminal agenda who kills Moran and schemes to steal the $30,000. His plan unravels as Tim, Chito, and Jack close in on him in a climactic warehouse confrontation.

A bank employee who witnesses Moran’s murder and becomes entangled in Norton’s schemes. He ultimately shares in the town’s pursuit of justice as the plot advances toward resolution.

A thief connected to Norton who is captured and later redeems his role in reuniting with Felice. His fate weaves through the pursuit and the trial’s outcome.

A cattle rancher who rescues Felice when she is a child and raises her to adulthood, embodying the frontier’s paternal authority and generosity. His murder triggers the central investigation.

The young Felice’s rescue sets the stage for a decades-spanning bond with Moran and the later revelation of her brother Johnny. Her backstory provides emotional context for the family’s arc.

A minor frontier captain who represents the law’s presence in a volatile landscape, helping to chase down the criminals as the town seeks justice.