Cal Haskell is brought to a remote, industrialized town in Michigan's northern tier by a group of wealthy men who want him to be the sheriff. Cal quickly discovers that the men care more for their wealth than they do for their workers, citizens, or even families. Caught up in class and racial struggles, Cal finds his concept of justice is in great contrast to the men who intend to hire him.The Sheriff of Sorrow debuts a new novelette series by author Jack Bates. Near the end of the nineteenth century during early industrialization in the fictional town of Sorrow, Bates unfolds the strife and complexities that its citizens face. His talent for telling a great story yields gritty and compelling episodes. Listeners and readers get ready to soar.