The Young Warriors
by V.S. Reid
Deep in the mountains of 18th-century Jamaica, five Maroon boys — Tommy, Johnny, Charlie, David, and Uriah — stand on the edge of manhood. To be recognized as warriors of their village, they must first prove themselves worthy: tests of skill, courage, and intelligence that will decide whether they're ready to defend their community. But their moment of triumph is cut short. While celebrating with a hunt in the forest, the boys discover it's crawling with English Redcoats — the sworn enemies of the Maroons. What begins as initiation becomes a race against time, as two of the boys set out on a daring mission to warn a neighboring Maroon community before the Redcoats can strike. A story of loyalty, bravery, and coming of age against the backdrop of Jamaica's fight for freedom — this is a tale that has shaped generations of young readers. Narrated By: Desmond Denis
Chapters (19)
Powered by Odiyo