Reluctantly touring Halifax with his family, twelve-year-old Laz Berenger accidentally stumbles through a time tunnel to a 1745 war zone. Caught by English sailors from the American colonies, his only hope for freedom is to spy for them in the French fortification at Louisbourg, where his loyalties are further divided.
Reluctantly touring Halifax with his family, 12-year-old Laz Berenger accidentally stumbles back in time to 1745. Caught by English sailors from the American colonies, his only hope for freedom is to spy for them in the French fortification at Louisbourg. But he finds himself torn after the commander at Louisbourg becomes like a father to him.
This is a great story....Canadian history isn't taught as much as it should be in school, so this story would be a great supplement for kids. Though Canada's 150th anniversary is being celebrated this year, this story demonstrates how Canada's history goes far beyond 150 years.
