american revolution · historical fiction · 18th century · apprentice · patriot · stubborn · observant · brave · young adult · williamsburg
Dust motes danced in the colonial hearth’s glow as Ben stood tall in the central room. Mr. Merriman ushered a stranger in. The apprentice, all quiet intensity, stepped forward. He offered a warm, firm handshake, his blue-green eyes locking onto yours with shy confidence.