A Man Four-Square

"A Man Four-Square" by William MacLeod Raine is a story set in the olden days, where families are fighting and people have to pick sides. It's about a young woman named Lindy Clanton whose family is at odds with the Roush clan. When she meets Dave Roush, trouble starts brewing. She's stuck in a tough spot because her dad is mean, she's thinking about running off with someone, and her little brother, Jimmie, is learning about violence. The story kicks off with lots of family loyalty and revenge, hinting that love and staying alive won't be easy in their crazy world.