The Star of India

By Edward Sylvester Ellis

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

Amidst rising conflict in 1850's India, a surgeon races to reach his love while navigating a dangerous landscape of impending revolt.

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Children & Young Adult Reading Literature Fiction

Released

2023-01-06

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Summary

"The Star of India" by Edward Sylvester Ellis is a historical tale set in the late 1800s amid the Sepoy Mutiny in India. It chronicles the experiences of Baird Avery, a surgeon working for the East India Company, as unrest escalates between the British and Indians. The story blends adventure and romance against a backdrop of historical drama, drawing the reader into a time of turmoil. As Baird journeys across India, aiming to reach Delhi and visit a friendly Rajah, his path is laden with signs of rising tensions. His loyal servant Luchman warns him of coming revolt, foreshadowing the conflict and chaos to come. The narrative sets up a suspenseful journey as Baird seeks not only safety but also reunion with his betrothed in the besieged city.