Captain Mayne Reid's this novel is one that has roots in a different countries and cultures. This novel is an overlooked gem and a classic piece of literature. It was first published in 1866 and is full of mystery and suspense.This novel is Set in nineteenth-century Texas, The Headless Horseman recounts the narrative of Louise Poindexter, who is a newbie to town. Sought by Cassius Calhoun and Maurice Gerald, Louise finds that her life takes a turn when her sibling, Henry Poindexter, is seen dead. Set in nineteenth-century Texas, The Headless Horseman recounts the narrative of Louise Poindexter, who is a newbie to town. Sought by Cassius Calhoun and Maurice Gerald, Louise finds that her life takes a turn when her sibling, Henry Poindexter, is seen dead. Let's read more to find out how this mystery will be solved and who the killer is.