In the audiobook set in London in 1735, eleven-year-old Forrest Harper lives with his family in the Tower of London, where he helps his father tend to the ravens and guard the prisoners. Despite his surroundings, life feels lonely for Forrest. His excitement grows when vicious Scottish Rebels are captured, and he sees this as a chance to prove his courage and impress the local bullies. However, his joy turns to dismay when his family is only given custody of Maddy, a Scottish Rebel’s daughter, as having a girl prisoner will surely make him a laughingstock.

As the story unfolds, Maddy’s warmth, beauty, and captivating tales of life in Scotland foster a deep friendship between her and Forrest. But when Maddy faces execution, Forrest finds himself in a heart-wrenching dilemma: should he commit treason to help her escape or obey the law and allow his innocent friend to meet her fate? This audiobook brings to life a poignant tale of friendship, courage, and the struggle between loyalty and law, narrated with care to engage listeners throughout this gripping historical narrative.