A youthfully spirited work of middle-grade to YA historical fiction, Save the Patriots! by Abby Reilly is an absorbing second installment of the Colonial Courage series. In the strategically crucial city of Williamsburg, the conflict between Loyalists and Patriots is a constant but quiet struggle, so when Sam, Mary, and their friend Abraham uncover a dastardly plot to cripple the colonial forces, they leap back into the line of fire to save the future of America. Providing a vivid portrait of everyday rebellion and patriotic resistance that rings with timely import, this is an engaging and enlightening adventure, striking a deft balance between educational detail and creative, character-driven storytelling.
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