The novel is set on a remote island where a group of strangers are brought together by circumstance. The story revolves around their interactions and relationships as they navigate the challenges of living in isolation. As tensions rise, secrets begin to surface, and alliances are formed and broken. The characters' pasts are slowly revealed, exposing their motivations and desires. The novel explores themes of identity, community, and the human condition. Through a complex web of relationships, it examines how individuals respond to confinement and the consequences of their actions. Ultimately, the story builds towards a dramatic confrontation that exposes the true nature of the island's inhabitants and the secrets they have kept hidden.
By Arthur Willis Colton · First published 1920 · Genre: Adventure, Historical Fiction, Travel