The riddle of the rangeland

"The Riddle of the Rangeland" by Forbes Parkhill is a thrilling novelette, unfolding in the rugged landscape of Wyoming and spinning a web of intrigue around the death of forest ranger Joe Fyffe. Sheriff Lafe Ogden and his trusted deputy Otis Carr find themselves embroiled in a perplexing investigation that soon reveals the deep-seated conflict between local cattlemen and government authorities. The story kicks off with the grim discovery of Fyffe's body in his remote ranger station, sparking an immediate search for answers. A mysterious message found at the crime scene shockingly accuses Otis Carr of the murder, leaving Sheriff Ogden torn between his duty and his belief in his friend's innocence, as the narrative explores themes of justice, loyalty, and the dangerous secrets hidden within the ranching community.