Crossbows and Crucifixes: A Novel of the Priest Hunters and the Brave Young Men Who Fought Them

what a great book! Often when we read history (written by the "winners), we don't get to see the struggle of those who live in the times of rulers like Elizabeth. This is a great living History book of those who stuck to their Catholic faith and didn't sacrifice what they believed for politics. It is inspiring for young and old. It is a fairly quick read being only 180 pages or so. I recommend this for anyone studying or teaching Elizabethan History and to show how the reformation was not simply over with King Henry VIII in England.

This is a fast-paced tale and easy to read. It may be a bit of a strain for my 12 & 13 year old boys, but this is a gem of a book. I'm going to have them eradicate it anyhow!

Good read! It is great to read a book with living history.

Will be using as a family read aloud.

The history of troubling times for Catholics is portrayed, but some of the book's details dragged on a little. Never the less, it was a fairly interesting read.

This book was very boring per my daughter. If you like medieval history, it may peak a child's interest, however, it was super dry.

This historical fiction for teens focuses on the persecution of Catholics in England during the late 1500s. The book follows fifteen-year-old Nicholas Thorpe as he is thrust from his idyllic youth into the perilous dangers of adulthood when he discovers the truth about what is happening to those of the Catholic faith. This devastating period in history is brought to life through this exciting adventure.The political intricacies and various royal figures involved can make this a confusing era to understand, but the author does a good job of providing enough facts for those who may want to research the topic further and keeping it simple enough so the story is not lost in the complexity of the warring factions.Nicholas’ story flowed nicely through the colorful characters and enticing descriptions of the English countryside. The violence against Catholics was horrific to read about, but the author expertly brought the travesties to light without graphic detail, making this book appropriate for middle-grade readers.

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