Back home

"Back Home" by J. Frank Davis is a suspenseful story set in the early 1900s, exploring themes of identity, regret, and the possibility of making amends. Captain James Carmichael, a Texas Ranger, becomes suspicious of a man named Andrew Miller, who carries a visible scar and a hidden agenda. Miller returns to the United States after many years away, but his arrival stirs up old conflicts, especially involving Wallace Locke. Carmichael observes Miller's secretive actions in San Antonio as he tries to reconnect with his past. As the story progresses, it's revealed that Miller wants to shield his daughter, Edith, from the consequences of his earlier life. The mounting tension leads to an emotional confrontation that highlights forgiveness and redemption, all set against the backdrop of law and morality in the American Southwest.