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The Second Five: Sequel to The Deadly Five
In The Deadly Five, the search for gold along British Columbia's treacherous Fraser River ended with the arrival of winter 1859.
It is now spring 1860, and Nothing Brown, Mean Mike, and Jacque continue their quest for gold in The Second Five, this time joined by English nobleman Henry Arden and Jacque's seventeen-year-old son, Claude (CF), both eager to prove they can hold their own on this second search.
The partners meet old enemies plus more than their share of new ones along the way. The lovely Maggie Kelly and a highly prized bluetick coonhound are also able to captivate hearts in this non-stop adventure.
Set in the lawlessness of the Fraser River Gold Rush, The Second Five is a story about the value of trust, respect, and friendship as more important than gold.
It is now spring 1860, and Nothing Brown, Mean Mike, and Jacque continue their quest for gold in The Second Five, this time joined by English nobleman Henry Arden and Jacque's seventeen-year-old son, Claude (CF), both eager to prove they can hold their own on this second search.
The partners meet old enemies plus more than their share of new ones along the way. The lovely Maggie Kelly and a highly prized bluetick coonhound are also able to captivate hearts in this non-stop adventure.
Set in the lawlessness of the Fraser River Gold Rush, The Second Five is a story about the value of trust, respect, and friendship as more important than gold.
204 pages, Hardcover
Published July 25, 2022
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About the author
Raymond Maher
4 books A lifelong storyteller and lover of history and adventure stories, Maher published his first novel based on the Fraser River Gold Rush of 1858 in British Columbia, Sept. 2020. (THE DEADLY FIVE.)
Its sequel, (THE SECOND FIVE is being published in 2022.)
Trapped at Birth With Only One Way (2024) is Maher's third novel. A suspense, mystery, thriller about a man on the run to stay alive. His toxic family wants him dead, and an outlaw biker group has the same objective.
Maher's novels reflect his life experience of living and working in four Canadian provinces. Often, he was the stranger in town who knew no one. He writes of the human need to give and receive respect, recognition, friendship, and humor among people, especially strangers.
A resident of Chilliwack, BC, for the past 11 years, Raymond and his wife Marilyn have four grown children and seven grandchildren. They live near Historic Five Corners in Chilliwack.
Its sequel, (THE SECOND FIVE is being published in 2022.)
Trapped at Birth With Only One Way (2024) is Maher's third novel. A suspense, mystery, thriller about a man on the run to stay alive. His toxic family wants him dead, and an outlaw biker group has the same objective.
Maher's novels reflect his life experience of living and working in four Canadian provinces. Often, he was the stranger in town who knew no one. He writes of the human need to give and receive respect, recognition, friendship, and humor among people, especially strangers.
A resident of Chilliwack, BC, for the past 11 years, Raymond and his wife Marilyn have four grown children and seven grandchildren. They live near Historic Five Corners in Chilliwack.
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This story is truly inspiring and left me feeling uplifted from start to finish. It shows that even in the most difficult circumstances, hope, courage, and determination can shine through. I loved how the journey unfolds with moments of struggle, yet every challenge leads to growth and strength. It’s a reminder that we are capable of overcoming obstacles and finding light even in the darkest times. Heartwarming, motivating, and full of positivity—this book is a joy to read.from readers community groups
This story is truly inspiring and left me feeling uplifted from start to finish. It shows that even in the most difficult circumstances, hope, courage, and determination can shine through. I loved how the journey unfolds with moments of struggle, yet every challenge leads to growth and strength. It’s a reminder that we are capable of overcoming obstacles and finding light even in the darkest times. Heartwarming, motivating, and full of positivity—this book is a joy to read.from readers community groups
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