Gideon's Call

Peter Leavell’s award-winning debut novel, Gideon's Call, presents a touching narrative of unexpected heroism set against the backdrop of the Civil War in coastal South Carolina. The story follows Tad, a slave boy with extraordinary gifts, whose life changes when a pivotal event propels him and thousands of fellow slaves into a perilous quest for freedom. This compelling tale, rooted in true events, explores themes of hope, discovery, and faith as Tad rises above his circumstances to become a beacon of strength for many.