Going Some

Going Some by Rex Ellingwood Beach bursts across the starlit plains as a rollicking romance of rivalry, honor, and uproarious frontier wit. Set against the vast, sunbaked landscape of the American Southwest, Beach’s novel—rooted in early 20th-century Western life and suggested by the stage play he co-wrote—follows cowboys, ranch feuds, and a wager that sparks both comic mishaps and genuine feeling. Through memorable characters like "Still Bill" Stover, Willie, and the boisterous Gallagher, the story mixes romance and humor with vivid depictions of ranching culture, masculine identity, and the small human triumphs that define community on the range. Beach’s prose balances literary charm with breezy, dramatic scenes: barbed-wire fences, lost pride over a phonograph bet, and the tender tensions of strained affection all create a lively picture of an era on the cusp of change. Perfect for listeners who love Westerns that double as literary fiction, Going Some will appeal to fans of classic romance, comic drama, and historical Americana. Listen for its spirited dialogue, period atmosphere, and a hearty, humane take on love and loyalty.