The Odds And Other Stories

"The Odds" by Ethel M. Dell is a story set in the dangerous Australian outback, where strong-willed Dot Burton finds herself torn between loyalty and love. When cattle thieves threaten her family's livelihood, Dot's life takes a turn as she becomes deeply entwined with both the charming Inspector Fletcher Hill and the mysterious outlaw, Buckskin Bill. The evolving relationships highlight themes of duty, sacrifice, and justice, portraying Dot's emotional transformation as she makes complex decisions that will test her courage and shape her destiny. Battling her feelings for Hill against the memory of another, Dot confronts external dangers and internal conflicts, embarking on a journey of self-discovery filled with tension and unexpected connections.