Sunday, April 19, 2009

The Black Arrow

The Black Arrow is by Robert Louis Stevenson. This story is set during the British War of the Roses. Young Richard Shelton has been Sir Daniel's ward since the death of his father. When Dick meets a young boy named Jack in the woods and attempts to get himself and Jack safely back to Sir Daniel he discovers several things. One: Dick comes to suspect that Sir Daniel had something to do with his father's death and two: Jack is not a boy! Another novel of English derring-do from Stevenson. The language can be difficult for modern readers, but the story is a timeless tale of honor, bravery, and love.

Ratings: 8th grade - 9 out of 10.

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