Philadelphia, 1777. British occupation divides a city of loyalists and patriots, soldiers and civilians, where betrayal threatens on every side.
Private Sam Gilpin, drawn into wearing a red coat by a dare, must navigate the dangers of war and the competing loyalties of those around him. Along the way, he learns bitter lessons about love, loss and what it means to remain true to his home and himself.
Bernard Cornwell's historical novel is a choice for readers who enjoy military fiction set during the American War of Independence.
Format: Paperback. Condition: Pre-loved, in good condition with clean pages, as noted in the original listing. The covers show visible edge wear and creasing. Please see the photographs for this copy's exterior condition. ISBN: 9780241955628.
