Cattle hand to his family's goods shop, Kit is struggling to cope with the loss of his father and filling his role as store owner and protector. When two mysterious cats reveal clues to the identity of his father's killer, Kit must gather his courage, use his wits, and rely on newfound friends to bring peace and justice to his family.
hickory laws
Hickory is a hard-working dog that has successfully established his own cattle goods shop and is a self taught cattle Doctor. Although Kit feels his father left big shoes to fill, Hickory always believed his son would do great things
Red hat
A Bandit known throughout the county for his ruthless nature. Much time has passed since he was last seen. Many believe Red Hat is just a cautionary tale to travelers. But to Kit and every victim encountered know all to well he's real.
Nora laws
Kit’s loving and protective mother. During the day she runs the family business of cattle goods with charm and kindness. But years without her husband and raising two children has worn her down.
Emily laws "little em"
Song ru
Kit's spunky and meddling little sister. She works with Kit alongside their mother to run the store front of the Laws's Shop. She's smart, oddly cynical , and empathetic.
A young cat who left his home country to find his father. Along the way, he is hired as a assistant by Boone who values Song's matter-of-fact nature, and finds his sarcasm entertaining.
Boone masterson
Wheelwright business owner on the verge of expansion falls victim to Red Hat’s reign of terror. His estate is swarmed, occupants killed off, and money and riches pillaged. With little money left, and his business and reputation on the line he is hell bent on getting his fortune back.
Francis dunn
Bounty Hunting is her profession. She’s rough around the edges, calculated, and finds her job liberating. Only, she's not the best at it.
