When a young man named John is wrongfully accused of a crime he didn't commit, he is sent to prison for a long sentence. While in prison, he meets a man named Joe, who helps him to survive the harsh conditions. John eventually escapes from prison and sets out to get revenge on the people who wronged him. He begins to build a criminal empire, using his newfound power to exact his revenge. But as John's power grows, so does his guilt. He begins to realize that his actions are wrong and that he must find a way to make amends. John eventually finds redemption in the form of a young woman named Sarah, who helps him to see the error of his ways. With her help, John is able to turn his life around and find a new purpose. The Biter Bitten is a story of revenge, redemption, and the power of love.
By John Arthur Barry · First published 1902 · Genre: Fiction, Mystery, Thriller