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Set during the turbulent time in English history when the army hunted down those loyal to the deposed King Charles the First, this tells the story of four young orphans determined to see the king restored to power.
Quick Summary
Four orphaned siblings must vanish into the New Forest and transform themselves from wealthy royalists into rough shepherd boys, all while secretly working to restore the king to his throne. Kids will love the constant tension of close calls with Cromwell's soldiers, the clever tricks the children use to stay hidden, and the satisfying thrill of watching young people outsmart dangerous grown-ups hunting for them. If your kid likes historical adventures with daring escapes and high stakes, like the works of Elizabeth George Speare or "The Witch of Blackbird Pond," they will be hooked on this. Perfect for readers ages 9-13 in grades 4 through 7.