The Thief

Thomas's life becomes complicated when a strong, 15-year-old Scottish servant named Malcolm comes to live with the Hutchinsons. Not only is he the first boy to ever beat Thomas in a brawl, but Caroline seems to like him, as well! Meanwhile, the heated anger between the Loyalists and the Patriots about to boil over. When the horses of the Patriots begin to disappear, it seems pretty obvious who's behind the thievery. Or is it? While on a picnic, Malcolm, Caroline, and Thomas encounter the masked rider in the woods, and it may cost Malcolm his life! Can Thomas save Malcolm before he bleeds to death? Who is the man behind the mysterious mask? Are some things just plain wrong no matter whose side you're on?

The Christian Heritage Series is an ongoing line of youth books that explore the role of faith and family throughout American history. These engaging stories help young readers better understand their country, its values, and its God. The Williamsburg Years books take place in early 1780s Virginia.

Nancy Rue's writings have appeared in a variety of youth publications, including Clubhouse, Campus Life, and Teens Today. She has won a number of literary honors, including the 1991 C.S. Lewis Honor Book Award.


Genre: Inspirational