First published 1987
Adam wakes to find his beloved red spaniel Nick has vanished. The eleven-year-old boy soon discovers that his father Roger, a traveling minstrel, has also disappeared from their camp along the dusty roads of medieval England. Left alone in the thirteenth century countryside, Adam must navigate a world of strangers, uncertain meals, and dangerous paths. He sets out to find both his missing father and his stolen dog, facing the challenges that await a young boy traveling without protection through an unforgiving landscape. Adam's journey takes him from village to village, where he encounters merchants, fellow travelers, and those who might help or hinder his search. His quest becomes a test of courage and determination as he learns to survive on his own while holding onto hope that he will reunite with the two companions who mean everything to him.
Genres: classic-literature, historical-fiction, adventure
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: fish-out-of-water, found-family
Setting: England, Medieval
Period: 13th Century
317 pages · Library Binding · San Val