The Devil's Own

The Devil's Own: A Romance of the Black Hawk War is a historical fiction novel written by Randall Parrish. The story is set during the Black Hawk War of 1832, which was fought between the United States and a confederation of Native American tribes led by Black Hawk.The protagonist of the novel is a young man named Jack Allen, who is a member of the Illinois militia. Jack is a skilled fighter and a natural leader, but he is also haunted by a dark secret from his past. When Jack meets a beautiful young woman named Nellie, he is immediately drawn to her, but he soon discovers that she is the daughter of a Native American chief who is fighting against the United States.As Jack and Nellie's love grows, they find themselves caught up in the conflict between the United States and the Native American tribes. Jack must navigate the treacherous waters of war and politics as he fights for what he believes in and tries to protect the woman he loves.The Devil's Own is a gripping tale of love, war, and betrayal set against the backdrop of one of the most important conflicts in American history. Parrish's vivid descriptions of the battles and the landscapes of the Midwest bring the story to life, while his complex characters and intricate plot keep readers engaged from start to finish.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.