Twin in the Tavern

In a chilling tale by Barbara Brooks Wallace, young Taddy finds himself alone and vulnerable in an empty house after the sudden death of his aunt and uncle. Fleeing from the dangers hinted at by his uncle’s last words, Taddy is thrust into a grim reality when two men kidnap him and take him to a tavern in Alexandria, where he endures grueling labor for meager rewards. As he struggles with fear and a desire to escape, Taddy faces the daunting unknowns of both the city and his future. This Edgar Award-winning story masterfully weaves suspense with themes of survival and courage.