Flip: A California Romance

By Bret Harte

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

In the Wild West, a fugitive seeking redemption finds unexpected love and tangled secrets with a spirited young woman, testing their bond against a harsh and unforgiving world.

Genres

Culture/Civilization/Society History - American Literature Fiction

Released

2006-03-27

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Summary

"Flip: A California Romance" by Bret Harte is a late 1800s story that takes place in the Wild West, dealing with themes of new beginnings, who we are, and where we fit in. The book follows Lance Harriott, a criminal trying to find a safe place to hide and become a better man. After a deadly encounter, he runs to a secluded forest and meets Flip, a feisty young girl who lives on her father's charcoal ranch. Their connection grows as they face their backgrounds, including Lance's crimes and Flip's hopes for a better life. The story reaches a high point with surprising discoveries about family and identity, along with a sad event that shows how tough life could be back then, mixing humor, love, and sadness for readers who like Western adventures and romance.