Black Kestrel, Adventure in Madeira, set in 1890 in the feudal village of Campanário, Jose Abreu struggles with the powerful landlord who dominates the land and its people, the authority of the church, and the king’s militia. Where can he run? Who will help him? Can Pistola, the storekeeper, the Englishman Talbot, or Rosa his sweetheart? Will he be free or remain enslaved? Can he bear to leave hi
