The Rose and the Lion

Set in 1776 in the American colonies, this story follows Richard Pierpoint, a man of African origin who was taken from his homeland and enslaved, as he seeks freedom amidst the revolutionary upheaval. When offered the chance for liberty by the British Army, he escapes alongside Shenandoah, and together they embark on a daring journey in the Mohawk Valley. Their adventure, alongside other escaped slaves, is a compelling tale of resilience, love, and victory, told through a perspective rarely documented in history.