A page-turning middle-grade adaptation of the New York Times
bestseller about George Washington's top-secret spy ring that helped
defeat the British.
The American Revolution is well under way in 1776, but things are
looking bleak for General George Washington and his Continental Army.
With Washington's hasty retreat from New York City in August, many think
the war might soon be over. After all: how on earth is this ragtag group
going to defeat its enemy, the well-trained and well-funded military of
the largest empire in history?
But Washington soon realizes he can't win with military might. Instead,
he must outsmart the British, so he creates a sophisticated intelligence
network: the top-secret Culper Spy Ring. Drawing on extensive research,
Brian Kilmeade and Don Yaeger tell the fascinating stories of these long
unrecognized spies: a reserved merchant, a tavern keeper, a brash young
longshoreman, a curmudgeonly Long Island bachelor, a coffeehouse owner,
and a mysterious woman.
This vivid and accessible young readers adaptation of the New York
Times bestseller features an exclusive new introduction, extensive back
matter, and eye-catching art throughout. Chronicling a crucial moment in
American history, this historical thriller will excite and inspire the
next generation of patriots.