The Adventures of Ironstone Jack — Michael White

Step into the tumultuous world of the Mid-Eighteenth Century, a time of profound transformation and upheaval. In the quaint village of Hamble, a place where change creeps in slowly, Ironstone Jack, the local blacksmith, stumbles upon an unexpected encounter with a daring highwayman. From this fateful moment, a series of gripping adventures unfolds, each inhabited by a diverse cast of intriguing characters and brimming with unforeseen challenges.What hidden secrets lie within the heart of the woods, where the apothecary's wife ventures alone, seeking mysteries untold? And why does a peculiar rat incessantly haunt the windmill's shadows as if harbouring a cryptic request? As you traverse the pages of this tale, you'll also wonder if the eccentric Cruickshank will, once again, unwittingly send his cottage's roof soaring into the sky.The Adventures of Ironstone Jack, the first instalment in this enchanting series, introduces you to this enthralling world, blending adventure with a hint of mischievous humour. Delve into a realm where curiosity knows no bounds and where the unexpected waits just around the corner, inviting you to join in the excitement.