The Ohio River Trilogy Books in Order
This page lists The Ohio River Trilogy by Zane Grey in order, with brief summaries, historical background, and guidance on the best place to begin.
Last updated: December 27, 2025
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Publication Order
3 books
The Last Trail
by Various
1909
The Ohio River frontier remains brutal as Lewis Wetzel keeps hunting enemies and trying to outrun his own reputation. This sequel leans into pursuit, revenge, and the personal cost of living by violence and a single purpose.
The Spirit of the Border
by Various
1906
Set in the Ohio River Valley in the late 1700s, this historical Western follows frontier clashes and uneasy alliances. Lewis Wetzel's obsession with defense and revenge collides with settlers, missionaries, and families trying to survive on the border.
Betty Zane
by Zane Grey
1903
A frontier settlement at Fort Henry faces siege, and young Betty Zane is pushed into a life-or-death moment. Based on early American border history, the novel follows family loyalty, courage, and the fight to keep a river-town foothold alive.
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