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A Son of Mars, volume 1

By Arthur Griffiths

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

A young boy's simple barrack life explodes into a whirlwind of family secrets and societal expectations when a surprising claim of lineage forces him toward a destiny he never imagined.

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2018-05-22
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"A Son of Mars, Volume 1" by Arthur Griffiths is a historical fiction where young Herbert Larkins, living a modest life in a military barrack, finds his world upturned when Lady Farrington claims him as her grandson. This revelation pulls Herbert from the familiar chaos of his upbringing into the formal and privileged life he shares with Lady Farrington. As he transitions into this unexpected role, he tries to understand his new family’s complex past, leaving his past behind to face the unknowns of his destiny. Herbert's journey from a simple barrack boy to someone of significant social standing highlights questions of identity, loyalty, and the lasting impact of family secrets.

About the Author

Arthur George Frederick Griffiths was a British military officer, prison administrator and author who published more than 60 books during his lifetime. He was also a military historian who wrote extensively about the wars of the 19th century, and was for a time military correspondent for The Times newspaper.

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