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Ransom! is a novel written by Arthur Somers Roche and published in 1918. The story follows the kidnapping of a wealthy businessman's daughter, Marjorie Wayne, and the subsequent efforts to rescue her. The kidnappers demand a large ransom, and the businessman, John Wayne, is willing to pay it to get his daughter back. However, as the ransom exchange takes place, things go awry, and Marjorie's life is put in danger.The novel is set in the early 20th century and provides a glimpse into the social and economic conditions of the time. It explores themes of greed, desperation, and the lengths people will go to achieve their goals. The characters are well-developed, and the plot is fast-paced and suspenseful, with unexpected twists and turns.Roche's writing style is engaging and descriptive, and he effectively creates a sense of tension and urgency throughout the book. Ransom! is a thrilling read that will keep readers on the edge of their seats until the very end.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.