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The Black Arrow

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The Black Arrow: A Tale of the Two Roses is a historical adventure novel by Robert Louis Stevenson, first serialized in 1883 and published in book form in 1888. Set during England's Wars of the Roses, it follows Richard Shelton, a young ward drawn into conflict involving rival factions, disputed loyalties, and the search for justice. The book combines romance, swordplay, and medieval political conflict, making it an example of Victorian historical adventure fiction.

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How good is The Black Arrow?
The Black Arrow scores 6.58/10 (Fair) on Lunoo, making it rated in the Adventure Novel category.
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