The Dare Boys in Virginia

"The Dare Boys in Virginia" by Stephen Angus Douglas Cox is an adventurous historical fiction tale set during the American Revolutionary War, around 1780. The story is about two brothers, Dick and Tom Dare, and their friend Ben Foster, and their brave efforts against General Arnold and the British army in Virginia. Starting with a description of Virginia's welcoming environment, it follows the three friends as they join a patriot regiment and get important orders from Colonel Morris to scout and locate Arnold’s army. Their excitement grows as they navigate the dangerous landscape, observe enemy soldiers planning attacks on local patriots, and immediately start planning on how to warn everyone. The book sets up an engaging series of events filled with danger and exciting action.