The Beloved Traitor Book II - Couverture souple

Packard, Frank L

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 9371465344 ISBN 13 : 9789371465342

Editeur : Double 9 Books LLP, 2025

Synopsis

The belov d traitor Book II takes place in a quiet fishing village and follows a young fisherman closely tied to his community and to the daughter of a recently deceased fisherman. The story explores love, duty, and the hidden complexities that push people beyond familiar places. The opening scene shows a violent stormy night when the fisherman feels an urgent need to visit the daughter and her uncle. He becomes alarmed by the absence of the usual light in their home and sets out to find them. Upon arrival, he finds a broken lamp that once symbolized safety and discovers the uncle seriously injured. His brave fight against the storm to rescue them reveals both his deep loyalty and inner struggles, highlighting the external threats they face. This tense beginning establishes the foundation for a story about intertwined destinies and the challenges of personal and environmental hardships, showing how love and responsibility compel the characters in difficult times.

A propos du livre

À propos de l'auteur

Frank L. Packard (1877-1942) was a Canadian author best known for his action-packed crime fiction and adventure novels. Born in Montreal, Quebec, Packard initially pursued a career as a civil engineer, working on railroads and other infrastructure projects. This experience gave him firsthand knowledge of the railroad industry, which would later become a recurring setting in many of his novels. His background in engineering informed the technical details and authenticity in his writing, particularly in works like The Wire Devils. Packard began his literary career in the early 20th century, quickly gaining recognition for his thrilling plots, memorable characters, and inventive use of criminal masterminds. His protagonists often found themselves entangled in complex situations involving secret codes, wire tapping, and organized crime, giving his stories a distinctive flair. One of his most famous creations is Jimmie Dale, a gentleman thief who operates under the alias "The Gray Seal," featured in several of Packard's novels. Packard's writing is known for its fast-paced action, suspense, and vivid depictions of criminal underworlds. He was a prolific author, and his works, especially The Wire Devils, remain popular among readers who enjoy classic crime and adventure fiction.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Double 9 Books LLP
• Date d'édition: 2025
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 9371465344
• ISBN 13: 9789371465342
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 136
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
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