Mid-19th century USA: two brothers, hired killers, pursue their target from Oregon to San Francisco. Here they get caught up in the California Gold Rush and an ambivalent relationship with their resourceful target. A compelling story takes them through frontier lowlife, their natural milieu, and reaches a dramatic conclusion which fundamentally affects their relationship. By turns funny, sad and eventful, it's recently emerged as a well-reviewed movie. You don't need to be a western fan to enjoy this entertaining read.
(Tony Pratt - bwl 92 Spring 2019 ) |
