Ransom! (1918)

Ransom! is a novel written by American author Arthur Somers Roche and first published in 1918. The book tells the story of a wealthy businessman named John Fleming who is kidnapped and held for ransom by a group of criminals. The kidnappers demand a large sum of money from Fleming's family in exchange for his safe return.As the story unfolds, the reader is introduced to a cast of characters including Fleming's wife, his son, and his business associates. Each person reacts differently to the kidnapping, and tensions rise as the deadline for the ransom payment approaches.Meanwhile, Fleming finds himself at the mercy of his captors and must use his wits to stay alive. He also begins to uncover the motives behind the kidnapping and discovers that not everyone is who they appear to be.Ransom! is a thrilling tale of suspense and intrigue that explores themes of greed, loyalty, and betrayal. Roche's vivid descriptions and fast-paced plot make for a gripping read that will keep readers on the edge of their seats until the very end.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.