Black Arrow

Set in England during the fifteenth-century Wars of the Roses this swashbuckling historical novel by the author of <i>Treasure Island</i> and <i>Kidnapped</i> tells the story of young Dick Shelton. Betrayed by his treacherous and brutal guardian Sir Daniel Brackley Dick seeks the help of John Amend-All leader of the mysterious fellowship of the Black Arrow--and Brackley's sworn enemy. Pitted against fierce fighters a treacherous priest and Sir Daniel Dick seeks to become a knight and rescue his true love. <br>Brimming with adventure suspense and romance this thrilling tale presents a classic portrait of England during one of its most tumultuous eras as Dick is pulled by his loyalties to the houses of both York and Lancaster. He must make a crucial choice for his fate and the fate of England hang in the balance. <br>