Louis Owens (born August 27, 1948, in Elmira, New York) was an American author and professor known for his contributions to Native American literature and cultural studies. Throughout his career, Owens dedicated himself to exploring the complexities of Native identity, history, and storytelling, influencing both academic and literary communities.
"In the hot, dry New Mexico wilderness, Will and Billy, two half-Cherokee ranchers, discover a corpse and a suitcase containing nearly a million dollars. As the two friends contemplate what to do with the money, they set into motion a series of events that will cost them more than they want to pay."--BOOK JACKET.