Young Will Belet is sent from his noble family to serve as a page in the household of the earl of Oxford, where he must confront treachery within the castle as well as danger outside its walls. But can a boy nicknamed ‘Little Rabbit’ truly become a noble knight when enemies lurk both inside and outside the castle walls? Becoming a Knight: Twelve-year-old Will is small for his age, but he’s determined to prove that even a ‘Little Rabbit’ can earn his spurs and serve with honor. Treachery and Intrigue: Will’s own uncle, the powerful Earl of Oxford, may be his most dangerous enemy, with plots that threaten Will’s family and his future. Authentic Historical Fiction: Set during the real-life English civil war known as The Anarchy, this story brings the world of Empress Matilda and King Stephen to vivid life. Sieges, Battles, and Survival: From ambushes in the king’s forest to the brutal siege of Oxford Castle, Will must use his wits and courage to survive a war-torn kingdom.