The Long Night of Winchell Dear

In "The Long Night of Winchell Dear," master storyteller Robert James Waller explores a tense night in the shadowy world of high-stakes poker, where characters ranging from an aging gambler and a rancher to traveling professionals find their lives intersecting in unexpected ways. As the night progresses, the story builds toward a dramatic and chaotic climax, revealing a surprising hero. Set against the quiet but ominous backdrop of the desert, the narrative delves into themes of chance, danger, and the unforeseen twists of fate.