About this book
The Liberty Boys Running the Blockade or, Getting Out of New York by Harry Moore catapults listeners into the perilous streets of Revolutionary New York, where courage, cunning, and youthful patriotism clash with the iron grip of a British blockade. Set during the American Revolution, this historical fiction adventure follows Dick Slater, Bob Estabrook, and their band of Liberty Boys—one hundred young Continental volunteers—who navigate spies, naval threats from Staten Island, and the tense atmosphere around Fraunces' Tavern as they plot a daring escape. Moore blends brisk action with period detail, exploring themes of loyalty, espionage, and coming-of-age under fire without revealing the book’s twists.
Rich in atmosphere and historical context, the novel balances wartime strategy and boyish bravado, offering vivid snapshots of 18th-century New York and the moral tests the conflict imposes. Perfectly paced for listeners who love historical adventure, The Liberty Boys is ideal for fans of Revolutionary War fiction, readers who enjoy spycraft and youthful heroism, and anyone seeking an absorbing, well-researched tale of escape, honor, and sacrifice.
