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The Red Mesa File: An Illustrated Western Noir Short Story

Five witnesses. One fatal duel. A truth no one can put to rest.

by William Yard

Red Mesa, 1879: a stranger rides into town to challenge Elias Voss, whose speed with a revolver has become a legend. One man is left dead in the dust, and Deputy Daniel Mercer begins collecting statements from five people who watched the same duel. Their details contradict one another, but the points on which they agree are far more disturbing. This standalone story blends western noir, mystery, and quiet horror through the form of a historical case file.

  • A complete 7,200-word story designed for one sitting.
  • Told through witness testimony, terse questions, and official notes.
  • Five atmospheric interior illustrations deepen the Old West mystery.
Editions: Deutsch English
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Who is it for?

Readers of western noir, weird westerns, mystery, and illustrated short fiction

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Book details

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Language
English
Category
Illustrated fiction
Format
Paperback
Pages
34
Published
September 1, 2026
Dimensions
5.5 x 0.08 x 8.5 inches
ASIN
B0HHF6MTRG
ISBN-13
979-8171134822
FAQ

Common questions about the book

Is The Red Mesa File a full novel?

It is a complete, deliberately compact western-noir short story of approximately 7,200 words, suited to a single evening.

What genres does the story combine?

It brings together weird western, historical noir, a case-file mystery, and restrained supernatural horror.

Is there a German edition?

Yes. Die Akte von Red Mesa is the German-language edition and is available through the language switcher.

Does the book contain illustrations?

Yes. Five atmospheric black-and-white illustrations support the case-file structure and western setting.

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