The book ‘Try and Trust’ is written by Horatio Alger. ‘Try and Trust’ is a novel, by an American author known for his uplifting stories about plucky orphans and young men overcoming adversity. The story is set in rural and small-town Ohio, ‘Try and Trust’ comes about the story of Mr. Benjamin Stanton. He receives a letter from his sister, Margaret, who moved to Ohio with her husband ten years ago.