
CHAPTER I. IN THE DAYS OF CHILDHOOD
CHAPTER II. ELEVEN YEARS PASS
CHAPTER III. CARNAC’S RETURN
CHAPTER IV. THE HOUSE ON THE HILL
CHAPTER V. CARNAC AS MANAGER
CHAPTER VI. LUKE TARBOE HAS AN OFFER
CHAPTER VII. “AT OUR PRICE?”
CHAPTER VIII. JOHN GRIER MAKES ANOTHER OFFER
CHAPTER IX. THE PUZZLE
CHAPTER X. DENZIL TELLS HIS STORY
In the heart of a sun‑drenched Canadian summer, a spirited young girl named Junia darts through pine‑laden woods, calling out to the lanky, restless Carnavon “Carnac.” Their carefree chase along a tumbling stream captures the raw, untamed beauty of the frontier and hints at the deep currents of family legacy that surround them—Carnac’s father a towering lumber magnate, Junia’s father a modest lawyer. The narrative paints their world in vivid detail, from the whispering hemlocks to the bustling river‑drivers, while introducing Denzil, a thoughtful servant whose quiet observations add a subtle layer of intrigue.
As the children’s playful rivalry unfolds, the story gently explores themes of youthful longing, social divides, and the clash of personalities that shape their small community. Listeners will be drawn into the lush setting and the tender, sometimes awkward, interactions that foreshadow the choices each character must soon confront.
Language
en
Duration
~6 hours (356K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by David Widger
Release date
2004-11-20
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1862–1932
Best known for sweeping historical romances and adventure stories, he brought Canadian settings and imperial politics to a wide popular audience. His novels mixed vivid atmosphere with public drama, and several became especially well known in the English-speaking world.
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