A Mind Made for Murders: How Frank F. Fiore Crafted Jonathan Smyth as the Cowboy Who Thinks
- haleyn4
- May 14
- 2 min read
Most Western heroes charge in guns blazing.Jonathan Smyth walks in, takes in the silence, and starts asking questions.
In Jonathan Smyth Cowboy Sleuth: The Case of the Screaming Tunnel, Frank F. Fiore introduces a new breed of hero—not defined by his aim, but by his ability to observe, deduce, and endure.
He’s not here for a fight.He’s here to understand.And that makes him far more dangerous than any outlaw.
Detective First, Cowboy Second—But Make No Mistake: He’s Both
Smyth’s rugged appearance is deceptive. Beneath the coat and hat is a mind that doesn’t miss details.
He reads body language like a ledger.
He tracks conversations like footprints.
And he pieces together the unspoken like a man born for it.
Fiore designed Smyth not to echo classic cowboys—but to elevate them. He’s what happens when Holmes rides into a haunted town instead of London.
The Screaming Tunnel Isn’t Just a Crime Scene—It’s a Challenge
When Smyth investigates the tunnel and the legend surrounding it, he’s not rattled by ghosts. He’s curious about the story—and who’s using it as cover.
He knows that:
Myths protect people
Fear hides motives
And the more a town clings to its legend, the more it’s likely hiding something very real
Frank F. Fiore uses Smyth’s intellect as a weapon against superstition, silence, and corruption. He’s not there to tear the town apart.He’s there to reveal what’s already crumbling.
Why Smyth Resonates With Readers
Smyth isn’t showy.He doesn’t monologue.He doesn’t need a sidekick repeating the obvious.
Instead, he’s the kind of character readers follow closely—because he sees what they don’t.And when he speaks, it means something.
Fiore gives him just enough weariness to feel real—and just enough quiet confidence to carry the whole series forward.
Conclusion: The Smartest Cowboy in the West Isn’t the Loudest—He’s the Most Patient
Frank F. Fiore proves that intelligence belongs in the saddle.With Jonathan Smyth, he’s created a sleuth who would rather piece together broken truth than shoot his way out of town.
In The Case of the Screaming Tunnel, Smyth shows us that in a world ruled by lies and legends, the only real weapon is a mind that won’t stop working.
📚 Pick up the novel and ride with a detective who sees through the dark—quietly.🔗 Buy it now on Amazon
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