Description
In the rugged Sierra Nevada of the 1840s, on the cusp of the Gold Rush, Silas Hall seeks a sense of belonging in the untamed West. His journey, initially a quest for a meaningful life and family, is irrevocably altered by the violent influx of prospectors. As the land and its people are shattered by ambition and greed, Silas commits a desperate act of murder, setting in motion a relentless pursuit that will define his fate and confront the complex inheritance of the American frontier. Told through dual narratives—a gripping chase and a poignant letter to his son—this novel masterfully unravels the mythology of the West, exploring themes of destiny, consequence, and the enduring search for home.
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paperback
Doubleday
Published Jun 2, 2026
511 pages
ISBN: 9780385551007
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Details
First Published
2024
Language
eng
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for What Came West by Josh Weil.