People of the Mist is a thrilling adventure story set in the wild jungles of Central America. The protagonist, Leonard Outram, is a young Englishman who sets out on a quest to find his missing brother and uncovers a hidden city ruled by a mysterious queen.

Haggard's vivid descriptions of the jungle landscape and the native tribes bring the story to life, transporting the reader to a distant and exotic world. The plot is full of twists and turns, with plenty of action and suspense to keep the reader engaged.

The characters are well-developed and engaging, particularly the strong-willed Queen Maya and the enigmatic priestess Zinta. The dynamic between the different characters adds depth to the story and keeps the reader guessing about their true motives.

Overall, People of the Mist is a captivating adventure novel that will appeal to fans of historical fiction and action-packed tales. Haggard's storytelling skill and attention to detail make this a must-read for anyone looking for a thrilling journey into the heart of the jungle.

Book Description:
Penniless Leonard Outram attempts to redress the undeserved loss of his family estates and fiancee by seeking his fortune in Africa. In the course of his adventures he and his Zulu companion Otter save a young Portuguese woman, Juanna Rodd, together with her nursemaid Soa, from slavery. Leonard and Juanna are plainly attracted to each other, but prone to bickering, and their romance is impeded by the watchful and jealous Soa. The protagonists seek the legendary People of the Mist, said to possess a fabulous hoard of jewels. Finding them, they immediately become embroiled in the turbulent political affairs of the lost race, which is riven by a power-struggle between the monarch and the priesthood of its giant crocodile god. The heroic Leonard can do little more than react to events. The action climaxes in a hair-raising escape by toboggan (it was a flat stone) down a steep glacier.