Sheriff Larrabee's Prisoner

Sheriff Larrabee's Prisoner

by Max Brand

Sheriff Larrabee's Prisoner is a classic Western mystery novel by Max Brand, set against the backdrop of a remote ranch in the American West. The story begins with the arrival of a mysterious stranger during a rainstorm, adding to the already tense atmosphere surrounding the recent murder of Mr. Benton. As the Sheriff investigates, suspicion falls on several individuals: the stranger, a local named Gus, and even Mrs. Zellar. The enigmatic behavior of Jack Montagne adds further layers of complexity to the case. The narrative skillfully weaves a web of suspicion and intrigue, leaving the reader guessing until the very end.

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Max Brand

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Frederick Schiller Faust was an American author known primarily for his Western stories using the pseudonym Max Brand. He (as Max Brand) also created the popular fictional character of young medical i...

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