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The White Horses

The White Horses

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Mystery & ThrillerGeneral FictionHistorical Fiction

Publisher Price: $19.99

ISBN10: 9369075631
ISBN13: 9789369075638
Publisher: Double 9 Books
Published: Jan 1 2025
Pages: 236
Weight: 0.61
Height: 0.54 Width: 5.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
The White Horses by Halliwell Sutcliffe is a historical novel set during the English Civil War, centering on the life of a country squire and his family, particularly focusing on his son s internal conflict between personal desires and familial duty. The narrative explores the tension between youthful longing for adventure and the responsibilities of war, with a focus on the emotional complexities that arise in times of conflict. As the story begins, the father contemplates the impending turmoil, while his son, eager for a sense of purpose and romance, is drawn to a young woman in the community. The looming civil strife between the Royalists and Parliamentarians creates a backdrop where love, loyalty, and duty collide. The characters must navigate the challenges of war, with familial loyalty tested by the call to arms. Sutcliffe effectively sets the stage for a tale filled with the contrasts of youthful enthusiasm, the responsibilities of war, and the sacrifices required by both family and nation, portraying the deep emotional impacts of living through a time of national upheaval.

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