Foes in Ambush

Foes in Ambush is a historical novel by Charles King, written in the late 19th century, set in post-Civil War Arizona. The story follows Major Plummer, a paymaster overseeing a military escort carrying government funds, as he navigates the dangers posed by hostile Apache tribes and outlaw gangs. The narrative explores themes of trust, duty, and survival amid the treacherous landscape, highlighting the experiences of soldiers and the Harvey family, who become entangled in a plot of deception and potential kidnapping.