The Lane That Had No Turning

Gilbert Parker, a Canadian novelist, is the author of "The Lane That Had No Turning." It takes place in the made-up town of Pontiac, which is modeled around Parker's own Perth, Ontario. Louis Racine, a former soldier who has acquired the title of seigneur of Pontiac, is the main character of the book. Madelinette, the former seigneur's daughter, captures Louis's heart. They are married, but rumors...