A rip-roaring historical adventure from bestselling author Ally Sherrick. England, 1645. Merriweather Pryce is the daughter of a nobleman fighting for King Charles I in a war that divides the country. When her family home is besieged by Cromwell’s army, Merri sets out to get help. But in a land filled with enemy soldiers, turncoats and spies, who can she really trust? Another beautifully written life-and-death quest, packed with history and adventure from bestselling author of Black Powder. Set during the English Civil War before the pivotal Battle of Naseby. Explores themes of family, loyalty, friendship and courage. Think Rosemary Sutcliff, Geoffrey Trease and Leon Garfield made modern. PRAISE FOR BLACK POWDER: ‘This historical tale is steeped in intrigue, mystery and danger.’ BOOKTRUST Winner of the Historical Association Young Quills Award for Historical Fiction 2017
ISBN 13: 9781915026996
Author: Ally Sherrick
