About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is beginning to question the difference between following rules and following their conscience. It is particularly resonant for children navigating new family dynamics or those who feel like outsiders in their own communities. Peter York, a newly orphaned boy in 1768, struggles under the strict expectations of his Quaker guardian. His attempt to gain independence by capturing runaway indentured servants forces him into a moral crisis when he discovers the runaways are children just like him. This is a quiet, thoughtful historical drama that explores the weight of empathy and the courage it takes to change your mind. It is ideal for middle-grade readers ready to discuss the complexities of justice and the reality that doing the right thing often comes with a personal cost.
