The Wrecker

Description

In 1907, amid financial panic and labor unrest, a series of devastating train wrecks, fires, and explosions threatens the Southern Pacific Railroad’s vital Cascades express line. Van Dorn detective Isaac Bell is drawn into a relentless pursuit of the elusive mastermind known as the Wrecker, whose campaign appears aimed at controlling the nation’s railroads. As Bell follows a trail of sabotage, he must contend with deadly schemes, powerful interests, and an enemy determined to stay several steps ahead. Fast-paced and richly atmospheric, this historical thriller combines railroad adventure, detective intrigue, and a vivid portrait of America in an era of rapid industrial change.