Riders of Silence by Max Brand is a gripping Western novel that tells the story of real life in the borderland between the United States and Mexico. The main character, Kiger Hood, known for his courage and justice, is forced to become a rider of the silent - those who profitably trade and transport illegal goods across the border. Will he be able to maintain his integrity in this world of silence and corruption? A really fascinating story that convinces the reader that sometimes you have to cross your own moral boundaries to achieve justice.