Half-Hearted

Before Richard Hannay shocked the world, John Buchan crafted 'The Half-Hearted,' a brilliant psychological adventure. The novel follows Lewis Hayst, an over-educated, drifting young Scottish gentleman who suffers from a deep emotional and intellectual paralysis. Following a bitter romantic and political failure, Lewis accepts a dangerous secret service mission to the mountainous northern borders of India. There, he uncovers an imminent invasion plot, transforming his hesitation into a glorious, heroic stand. Narrated with flawless narrative grip and dignity by John.

Before Richard Hannay shocked the world, John Buchan crafted 'The Half-Hearted,' a brilliant psychological adventure. The novel follows Lewis Hayst, an over-educated, drifting young Scottish gentleman who suffers from a deep emotional and intellectual paralysis. Following a bitter romantic and political failure, Lewis accepts a dangerous secret service mission to the mountainous northern borders of India. There, he uncovers an imminent invasion plot, transforming his hesitation into a glorious, heroic stand. Narrated with flawless narrative grip and dignity by John.