The Companions Of Jehu

Alexandre Dumas wrote the historical fiction The Companions of Jehu. The story revolves around the adventures of four friends. These young men are a member of an organization that works in secret. The Jehu's Companions take part in daring deeds like highway robbery and saving nobility from death. They are recognizable by their striking black cloaks and by their unbending rule of behavior. The lives of the individuals are more complicated by political machinations love triangles and interpersonal conflicts as the story goes on. Their commitment to one another and their purpose is put to the test resulting in spectacular clashes and unexpected allies. The Companions of Jehu blends aspects of historical fiction romance and adventure. In the turbulent setting of the French Revolution it examines issues of honor loyalty and the quest of justice. It is an engrossing and exciting book because to Dumas' narrative talent and accurate portrayal of the time.