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Anne McCaffrey’s *Black Horses for the King* follows Galwyn, a young man with an ear for languages and a family in disgrace. When Lord Artos—later King Arthur—needs help negotiating the purchase of powerful horses, Galwyn steps forward. His involvement provides a chance to restore his father’s honor and carve out a legacy of his own during a turbulent period in Great Britain’s history. Set against the backdrop of early Arthurian legend, the novel combines themes of redemption, loyalty, and the pivotal role of horses in medieval warfare.
First publish date: 1996
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Anne McCaffrey
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