The novel follows the story of a young man named Johnnie, who is a gunner in the British Army during World War I. Johnnie is a brave and loyal soldier, but he is also a bit of a loner and a bit of a dreamer. He is haunted by the memories of his past, and he is determined to make something of himself. Johnnie is sent to the front lines in France, where he meets a young French girl named Yvonne. Yvonne is a nurse, and she and Johnnie quickly fall in love. But their love is tested when Johnnie is sent to the Somme, where he is forced to fight in one of the bloodiest battles of the war. Johnnie is determined to survive the war and return to Yvonne, but he soon finds himself in a desperate situation. He must make a choice between his duty to his country and his love for Yvonne. Will he be able to make the right decision and survive the war? The Gunner is a gripping and emotional story of love, loyalty, and courage in the face of adversity.
By Edgar Wallace · First published 1928 · Genre: Mystery, Thriller, Crime Fiction · 33 chapters