The wire devils
A Tale of Crime and Deception in the Shadows of the Rockies
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"The Wire Devils" by Frank L. Packard is a gripping crime novel set against the backdrop of the rugged Rockies. The story follows the protagonist, known as the Hawk, a recently released convict from Sing Sing, who finds himself embroiled in a series of criminal activities in the West. The narrative begins with the Hawk intercepting a secret coded message that reveals a plan to rob the divisional paymaster's office of ten thousand dollars. The Hawk, a master of disguise and deception, decides to take advantage of this information for his own gain. As he executes his plan, he encounters Butcher ...
"The Wire Devils" by Frank L. Packard is a gripping crime novel set against the backdrop of the rugged Rockies. The story follows the protagonist, known as the Hawk, a recently released convict from Sing Sing, who finds himself embroiled in a series of criminal activities in the West. The narrative begins with the Hawk intercepting a secret coded message that reveals a plan to rob the divisional paymaster's office of ten thousand dollars. The Hawk, a master of disguise and deception, decides to take advantage of this information for his own gain. As he executes his plan, he encounters Butcher Rose, a member of a notorious gang called the Wire Devils, who are responsible for a string of daring robberies in the area. The Hawk manages to outwit the Butcher and escape with the money, but not without drawing the attention of MacVightie, the head of the railroad's detective force. The novel intricately weaves themes of trust, betrayal, and survival as the Hawk navigates through a world of crime, constantly staying one step ahead of both the law and the criminal underworld. The tension escalates as the Hawk's past and present collide, leading to a thrilling climax that tests his cunning and resolve. Packard's narrative is a masterful blend of suspense and action, capturing the reader's attention with its fast-paced plot and richly drawn characters.
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