Hugh Gwyeth: A Roundhead Cavalier

"Hugh Gwyeth: A Roundhead Cavalier" by Beulah Marie Dix is a historical fiction set during the English Civil War that tells of a young man's quest for identity and familial connection during a time of conflict. The story focuses on Hugh Gwyeth, a sixteen-year-old who feels disconnected from his family and yearns to find his place in the war. Driven by the discovery that his father, Colonel Alan Gwyeth, is still alive and fighting for the king, Hugh embarks on a journey to find him, leaving behind his ordinary life at Everscombe manor. This quest, underscored by themes of loyalty, family, and the trials of growing up, promises adventure, challenges, and self-discovery for the young protagonist. The novel's tone is thoughtful, setting the scene for the drama through secondary characters that tease at the personal relationships and struggles that will define Hugh's path. In doing so, the listener sees the world in which Hugh thrives and seeks his fathers love in.