Contraband: A Tale of Modern Smugglers

"Contraband: A Tale of Modern Smugglers" by Erle Spencer is an early 20th-century adventure novel about a son seeking to prove himself while navigating dangerous criminal activity. Eager to join his father, a Revenue Service captain, young Dare Stanley travels to the Newfoundland coast, a region plagued by rampant smuggling. Upon arriving, he learns his father has been injured in a clash with smugglers, underscoring the perilous situation. The story kicks off with Dare arriving by ship in Saltern Bay, quickly becoming absorbed in the rumors and realities of illegal operations. Fuelled by a desire for adventure and a commitment to his family's honor, Dare sets out to aid his father, investigate the cunning smugglers, and face the risks that await him in this thrilling tale of intrigue and determination.