In Freedom's Cause

Paperback, 408 pages

English language

Published Oct. 1, 2002 by Robinson Books.

ISBN:
9781590870662
OCLC Number:
53336271

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2 stars (1 review)

At the turn of the fourteenth century in Scotland, young Archie Forbes becomes involved with both William Wallace and Robert the Bruce in the struggle for Scottish independence from English rule.

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2 stars

I started this book because it came for free with my e-reader and I thought I might as well read it.
The story very much feels like a history lesson, and although I enjoy reading about history, the plotline itself felt like a rehash with inserted original characters. The characters were very one dimensional (written as either brave or despicable) and there was barely any character development. On top of that, the war is depicted in very black and white terms, and also very one-sided.
That aside, I do think it was quite informative to some extent as someone who lacks knowledge on Scottish medieval history, so I wouldn't say that it felt like I completely wasted my time.

Subjects

  • Historical - General
  • Juvenile Fiction
  • People & Places - General
  • Children: Young Adult (Gr. 10-12)