Cross Brand

In a gripping tale of survival and intrigue, Jack Bristol shoots the sheriff and steals his horse, fleeing not into the sunset but deep into the unforgiving mountains. Captured by a mysterious mountain man, Jack spends months in captivity—only to be released under enigmatic circumstances. What secrets lie behind his face that caused a girl to scream in terror? Dive into this captivating 1922 pulp Western, penned by the talented Frederick Schiller Faust, better known as Max Brand, whose literary Westerns continue to resonate with readers today. - Summary by David Wales