Conjuror's House

Set in North Canada, this suspenseful tale by Stewart Edward White follows Ned Trent, a young man sent on a perilous wilderness trek known as the "long journey," which is a covert form of execution used by the Hudson Bay Trading Company. Faced with the brutal environment and nearly certain death, Ned's resourcefulness and resilience come into play, while unexpected romantic developments add intrigue to the story. The novel explores themes of survival, human spirit, and unforeseen connections in the wild.