You Never Know Your Luck; being the story of a matrimonial deserter. Volume 2.

** "You Never Know Your Luck; being the story of a matrimonial deserter. Volume 2." by Gilbert Parker is a historical fiction where Shiel Crozier, a man haunted by past gambling debts and a broken marriage, recounts his life to a young woman and a doctor amidst the tranquil summer of Prairie Land. His story goes back to his youth, marked by reckless bets and the sorrow of leaving his wife, Mona, creating a narrative filled with loyalty and a sense of regret. Crozier reveals his overconfidence in gambling, which ultimately led to his ruin, and navigates the return of his estranged wife amidst Kitty's growing feelings for him. These character dynamics and unexpected challenges set the stage for a narrative highlighting themes, connections and complicated decisions. The opening chapters hint at deeper relationships and a future that promises to be as unpredictable as fortune itself. **