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Lonely on the Mountain is a Western novel written by Louis L'Amour and published in 1980. It forms part of the extensive Sackett series, focusing on the adventures of brothers Tell and Orrin Sackett. In this installment, the protagonists lead a cattle drive through the terrain of the Canadian Northwest to deliver resources to their ailing brother Tyrel. The book exemplifies L'Amour's detailed historical fiction style, exploring themes of frontier survival, loyalty, and family bonds.
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Lonely on the Mountain ranks #46 of 211 in the Western Novel ranking, behind Bendigo Shafter, ahead of Horseman, Pass By.
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How good is Lonely on the Mountain?
Lonely on the Mountain scores 7.20/10 (Good) on Lunoo, making it a well-rated option in the Western Novel category. Solid late Sackett entry valued by fans for family ensemble and frontier survival; generally respected but not among L'Amour's strongest.
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