By the author of Four Days in July, this is a fast, well paced account of Benedict Arnold. Filled with action involving battle, romance, smuggling, and espionage, the story presents a portrait of buccaneer audacity, of high courage and aims, if not ideals, and of seething bitterness. Drawn from primary sources, the text includes the coded letters which passed between Arnold and Andre. For those who enjoy history mixed with a strong dash of adventure, this book is recommended.