The story of two young men meeting on the dusty streets of a town in Missouri. This novel takes us from the younger years, through the Civil War and back home. This book is the prequel to the terrific Dalston series that includes: There's Plenty of Room in the Mississippi, Fair Warning, and Blood Red River. If you have ever wanted to know the history behind the legend of William Mack and the story of his little brother, this book is a must read.