The Wilderness Trail

"The Wilderness Trail" by Francis William Sullivan is a historical fiction set in the rugged wilderness, telling the story of Donald McTavish, a young post captain caught in a web of accusations and deceit within the Hudson Bay Company. Donald faces his superior's harsh suspicion of fur theft, which quickly spirals into a dangerous quest involving a brutal murder. Driven by the need to clear his name and capture the true killer, Charley Seguis, Donald ventures into the unforgiving landscape. As he battles the elements and seeks justice, his growing feelings for Jean Fitzpatrick, the factor's daughter, add another layer of complexity, with rumors threatening to destroy their chance at a future together. Donald's journey is one of resilience, courage, and the struggle to maintain honor in a world where survival often means making difficult choices.