Blood Red Horse

Blood Red Horse by K. M. Grant is a historical juvenile fiction novel published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA on April 1, 2006. This reprint edition spans 320 pages and is written in English. The story follows Will, a young aspiring knight, who possesses a small chestnut stallion with a distinctive white blaze. As King Richard calls for a Crusade, Will and his older brother, Gavin, prepare to embark on a journey to the Holy Land, where they will face the realities of battle and honor.
Readers will find a narrative that intertwines themes of action and adventure, set against a medieval backdrop. The characters navigate complex relationships, particularly with Ellie, a fair maiden destined to marry Gavin, while the blood-red horse named Hosanna serves as a significant symbol throughout their quest. The book explores the challenges and moral dilemmas faced by those who seek to uphold chivalry amidst the chaos of war, making it a compelling read for those interested in historical tales involving knights, horses, and the trials of youth.
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You need three things to become a brave and noble knight:
A warhorse.
A fair maiden.
A just cause.
Will has a horse-a small chestnut stallion with a white blaze in his brow. Ellie is a fair maiden, but she’s supposed to marry Will’s older brother, Gavin. And as for the cause, King Richard is calling for a Crusade. The Knights of England must go to the Holy Land to fight.
Will and Gavin will go. Blood will be shed. Lives will be taken. But through it all, two things will be constant-Ellie, and a blood-red horse called Hosanna. . . .
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