The Scottish Boy by Alex de Campi

Set against the backdrop of the tumultuous 14th-century Anglo-Scottish wars, this historical novel weaves a tale of intrigue, loyalty, and forbidden love. The story follows the journey of a young English squire who becomes entangled in the complex political machinations of the time when he is assigned to serve a mysterious Scottish prisoner. As their relationship deepens, they must navigate the dangerous waters of allegiance and identity, challenging the boundaries of friendship and duty in a world where trust is a rare commodity and betrayal lurks at every corner.

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