Black Nick, the hermit of the hills; or, The expiated crime A story of Burgoyne's surrender

"Black Nick, the Hermit of the Hills; or, The Expiated Crime" by Frederick Whittaker, transports us to the tumultuous era of the American Revolutionary War. The story follows Indian warriors caught between clashing worlds, a secretive white man tied to the British army, and the supernatural figure of Black Nick. Opening with a twilight meeting, the novel quickly escalates as a messenger arrives with news of an impending attack. As the warriors prepare to meet, Black Nick's demonic arrival sets a haunting tone, blurring reality and myth. Political intrigue and imminent battle drive these unforgettable characters to face constant danger.