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A Jacobite Exile Being the Adventures of a Young Englishman in the Service of Charles the Twelfth of Sweden

By G. A. (George Alfred) Henty

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

Torn between loyalty and justice, a young man ventures into a world of danger to free his father from false accusations.

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2006-05-08
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Summary

"A Jacobite Exile" by G. A. Henty is an exciting historical fiction novel that plunges young Charlie Carstairs into a world of political danger and adventure. As a devoted supporter of the Jacobite cause during King William of Orange's rule, Charlie finds his loyalty tested when his father is wrongly arrested for treason, which is spurred by treacherous plots and spies. This sets the stage for Charlie’s daring mission to prove his father's innocence and restore his family's honor amidst intense tension and betrayal. The story unfolds in places like England and Sweden, which makes for an exciting journey. This novel shows the courage and loyalty it takes to go up against difficult situations in a world of deceit.

About the Author

George Alfred Henty was an English novelist and war correspondent. He is best known for his works of adventure fiction and historical fiction, including The Dragon & The Raven (1886), For The Temple (1888), Under Drake's Flag (1883) and In Freedom's Cause (1885).

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