No Man's Island

"No Man's Island" by Herbert Strang is an early 20th-century novel about three school friends named Phil, Jack, and Percy who embark on a camping trip to Southern Wessex, where they hope for adventure, but instead find mystery when they become entangled in strange and potentially dangerous events around a mysterious island and its unseen inhabitants. The story begins with the friends traveling down a winding river, eager to find a spot to camp and reminiscing about their childhood memories when they attempt to set up camp on an isolated island, they are confronted by an angry landowner who kicks them off. Resettling nearby, the boys notice strange occurrences, like the absence of other people and the suspicious actions of a poacher named Rush. As they explore the island, they find signs of life, including a ruined cottage and indications of someone else being present on the island, adding intrigue to their adventure. The book promises a tale of friendship, suspense, and escalating mystery as the boys face challenges and unexpected encounters.