Sixteen-year-old Jacob and his father have been Lamanite slaves for nine years, caring for King Lamoni's horses. When Jacob's hidden sword saves the king's life, he's made the royal sword bearer—and befriends a new servant named Ammon, a Nephite prince who has come to teach the Lamanites about God. As Ammon's mission unfolds and hearts begin to change, Jacob discovers faith, friendship with the princess Shayla, and a courage he never knew he had. A Book of Mormon hero story told through the eyes of an invented teenage slave—perfect for young readers who find the scriptures hard to picture Brings the famous story of Ammon and King Lamoni to vivid, action-packed life Clean adventure with swords, secret tunnels, a loyal horse, and a sweet first romance Shows a young person discovering the Holy Spirit and gaining a testimony—great for baptism-age readers Perfect for an LDS teen or preteen who loves adventure stories and wants to see a familiar Book of Mormon story brought to life through the eyes of a relatable young hero.
