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Never Fire First: A Canadian Northwest Mounted Story

By James French Dorrance
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A young Mountie oversleeps during a blizzard and soon becomes engaged in a tense manhunt across snowbound country, facing the hazards of weather, sparse supplies, and the moral challenges of pursuit. Camp scenes with a seasoned sergeant, local settlers, missionaries, and Indigenous companions alternate with episodes of tracking, suspicion, and narrow escapes, creating a rhythm of domestic detail and frontier action. The narrative examines duty, loyalty among trail companions, the limits of force, and how law and personal honor are tested in an unforgiving northern landscape.

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James French Dorrance

James French Dorrance was a Canadian author known for his contributions to the genre of Western fiction, particularly stories involving the Royal Northwest Mounted Police. His notable works include "Never Fire First: A Canadian Northwest Mounted Story" and "The Long Arm of the Mounted," both of which reflect his interest in the themes of law enforcement and frontier life in Canada. Dorrance's writing often captures the spirit of adventure and the challenges faced by those who served in the Mounted Police, providing readers with a glimpse into a unique aspect of Canadian history.

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