The Reluctant Rebel

The Reluctant Rebel novel is based on the well documented Jacobite uprising, this action-packed fictional adventure follows 13-year-old Archie MacDonald as he finds himself called upon to aid Charles Edward Stuart in his quest for safety.

After the death of his father at the Battle of Culloden, 13-year-old Archie MacDonald and his cousin Meg flee home. Fugitive prince Charles Edward Stuart arrives, looking for help. With British troops closing in, the fate of the Prince now rests in the hands of a stable boy and his feisty cousin.

Barbara Henderson’s The Reluctant Rebel is ideal for young readers who love adventure. The book is also an exciting way to teach children about an important time in Scottish history: the Jacobites, The Battle of Culloden and the flight of Bonnie Prince Charlie.

Adorned with flourishes of Gaelic and key dates and events, this story serves to engage young people with Scottish history and culture.

• Suitable for children ages 10+
• Format: Paperback