On the edge of the American Revolution, a young frontier runner takes a perilous journey by raft from the Minisink to Easton, chasing plunder, truth, and the tangled loyalties of war.
In this historical adventure, a nineteen-year-old narrator volunteers to aid the Continental Army and finds his path tested by capture, daring escapes, and shifting alliances. Across river, forest, and frontier towns, he faces hostile elements, a mysterious captive queen, and rumors that link his own family to secrets long buried by the war. The book blends sprinting action with a coming-of-age inner search as loyalty, honor, and love collide amid the struggle for independence.
- Experience brisk, scene-driven storytelling set during a pivotal moment in American history.
- Follow the narrator’s journey from determined recruit to survivor, with danger and courage at every turn.
- Meet a cast of frontier figures, rival factions, and a shifting moral landscape that drives the plot.
- Uncover personal stakes surrounding family history, honor, and the costs of war.
Ideal for readers who enjoy immersive historical fiction with fast pacing and a strong sense of place.