'Long Shadow' Summary

Long Shadow by B. M. Bower follows Billy Boyle, a skilled and honest rancher, as he reluctantly joins forces with Alexander Dill, a greenhorn merchant from Michigan, to navigate the challenges of the cattle business in the rugged American West. Billy's expertise in cattle and horses proves invaluable as they face harsh weather, treacherous terrain, and the cunning maneuvers of rival ranchers. However, Billy's loyalty to Dill is tested when he finds himself drawn to Flora Bridger, a woman who captures his heart. The arrival of a mysterious figure known as the Pilgrim further complicates matters, casting a long shadow over their venture and threatening to disrupt their plans.