The Flaming Forest

"The Flaming Forest" by James Oliver Curwood is a story set in the early 1900s where Royal Northwest Mounted Police Sergeant David Carrigan must capture the infamous outlaw Black Roger Audemard in the rugged northern wilderness. The story begins with Carrigan journeying through the striking wilderness, reflecting the beauty of his lonesome travels, which come to an abrupt end when an ambush turns deadly. Carrigan discovers that his attacker is a woman named Jeanne Marie-Anne Boulain, and instead of killing him, she saves his life. The early portions of the story highlight the exploration of themes surrounding adventure and survival, as Carrigan's perception of the situation changes and he must face unexpected relationships and unravel the secrets of the North.