Strax and the Widow is a steampunk weird western filled with captivating intrigue and adventure that leaves the reader wanting more. In this first book of the Society Series, Kate Church is a young woman who has lost almost everything. She heeds the call to go West and arrives in Iris, a rough Texas railroad town filled with curious and dangerous characters. After developing an astounding set of skills, Kate draws the attention of a mysterious benefactor and the town's nemesis, a ruthless cowboy. As Iris falls into obscurity, Kate struggles to become the lady she has always desired to be while mourning the loss of those she loves. Her future hangs in the balance of strange discoveries, gunfights, and daring escapes. Will Kate be able to hold off a band of violent marauders? Will she accept a challenging invitation from a mysterious gentleman? And will her sacrifices pay off in a final return trip to home?