The Forfeit - Couverture souple

Cullum, Ridgwell

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 937146397X ISBN 13 : 9789371463973

Editeur : Double 9 Books LLP, 2025

Synopsis

The forfeit focuses on two ranchers working to expand their Montana operations through a significant business deal. Their partnership is tested by personal and external challenges, including the arrival of one rancher s daughter, which introduces themes of family responsibility and loyalty. The opening reveals one rancher absorbed in plans for land and livestock investments while his companion maintains a more laid-back attitude, showing the balance between ambition and trust in their relationship. The arrival of the daughter shifts the tone as thoughts turn toward family and duty. Soon after, a letter from an estranged twin brother raises concerns about unresolved past conflicts and personal connections. The story explores how ambitions, emotions, and loyalty intersect with the rugged demands of ranch life. These early moments establish tension and character depth, highlighting the bonds between friendship and family amid uncertainty. The narrative blends elements of romance, drama, and the harsh realities of rural existence, setting the stage for larger conflicts and personal growth.

A propos du livre

À propos de l?auteur

Ridgwell Cullum was a British author known for his prolific output of adventure novels, often set in the sparsely populated regions of the United States and Canada. Born in London on August 13, 1867, Cullum developed a deep interest in frontier life and wilderness landscapes, which greatly influenced his literary works. His writing career spanned over 30 years, during which he created numerous novels that captured the spirit of adventure, exploration, and the challenges faced by people in remote and often harsh environments. Cullum's works were popular for their vivid descriptions of the landscapes and the characters that inhabited them, with many stories focusing on themes of survival, conflict, and personal growth. He passed away on November 3, 1943, in Newton Abbot, United Kingdom, leaving behind a legacy of adventure fiction that continues to be appreciated by readers of the genre. Cullum's parents were also from London, and while not much is known about his family background, his writing reflects a keen understanding of both human nature and the vast, untamed lands that he portrayed in his books.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Double 9 Books LLP
• Date d'édition: 2025
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 937146397X
• ISBN 13: 9789371463973
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 252
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