Patriots, A Story of Bunker Hill for Young Adults

Book Award Winner - 2nd Prize for Young Adult Fiction 2010 Premier Book Awards. This novel is the prequel to Gone to Meet the British. If you are a teacher, write to the author for the free teacher guide to both novels, at 140 George Wood Road, Somers CT 06071. Both novels are suitable for middle school through adult, and both include a map and illustrations.
Bunker Hill, the first major battle of the Revolutionary War, is the backdrop of this story. Three teenage boys - two Americans and one British - learn that war is not the glorious adventure they thought it would be, and that their enemies are human beings after all.
"This story will interest young readers, and help them make connections between the battle, the people, and the Cause. The story feels authentic from the opening paragraph, and grows as the reader participates to the last page." - Jacqueline Abbott, book critic, CT Council for Social Studies
"Patriots definitely brought the battle to life for me. When reading how the boys felt while waiting for the British to come closer, I felt I was there with them. It should be required reading." - Kathy Mullin, Retired Educator, Vernon, CT Schools
"Mr. Edgar is truly gifted in bringing history to life for young readers. This book is a great way to get students excited about history, a must read for every home-schooled student. A+ rating." - Shelley Ashcroft, book critic, Homeschool Exchange magazine
"An accurate and engaging novel that should spark interest in students." - Dr. Dean Cantu, book critic, Viewpoints, Indiana Council for Social Studies
"Should be in every school library. Edgar has a knack for reaching young Americans, bringing our history to life." - Dave Palmer, History Channel consultant, author of George Washington & Benedict Arnold