The Gentle Rebel: 1775

The House of Winslow #4

by Gilbert Morris

The story of Nathan Winslow in The Gentle Rebel brings the saga of the Winslow family into the American Revolution. At first opposed to the idea of revolution, Nathan eventually becomes a Patriot. But his faith and courage are tested when he falls in love with beautiful Abigail Howland, a proud and spoiled Tory.

Genres: Historical Fiction, Christian Fiction, Christian, Fiction, Romance, Historical, Young Adult

288 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1988

About the author

also published under the name Gilbert L. Morris

Gilbert Morris was one of today's best-known Christian novelists. He lived in Gulf Shores, Alabama, with his wife, Johnnie. He is the father to Lynn Morris and Alan Morris

Series:
* Adventures of Kerrigan Kids
* American Century
* Appomattox Saga
* Barney Buck
* Bonnets and Bugles
* Cheney Duvall, M.D. (with Lynn Morris)
* Cheney and Shiloh: The Inheritance (with Lynn Morris)
* Chronicles of the Golden Frontier
* The Creole (with Lynn Morris)
* Danielle Ross Mystery
* Daystar Voyages
* Dixie Morris Animal Adventures
* Far Fields (with Robert Funderburk)
* House of Winslow
* Jacques and Cleo: Cat Detectives
* Katy Steele Adventures (with Alan Morris)
* Lady Trent Mystery
* Liberty Bell
* Lions of Judah
* Lone Star Legacy
* Omega (with Lynn Morris and Alan Morris)
* The Price of Liberty (with Robert Funderburk)
* Reno Western Saga
* Seven Sleepers
* Seven Sleepers: The Lost Chronicles
* Singing River
* Spirit of Appalachia (with Aaron McCarver)
* Too Smart Jones
*

Reviews

[Avery Yoder · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really loved this book😍though the ending was not as good as I was expecting it to be, it is still my favorite book I have read in this series so far😊

[Rachel · Rating 5 out of 5]

This series by Gilbert Morris is one of my absolute favorites. Each book follows at least one member of a generation in the Winslow family tree and the member(s) gets saved and finds true love. There's also some commentary on the social conditions of the time frame. Truly interesting.

[Loraine · Rating 5 out of 5]

Set in the 1770's just before the trouble between America and Britain, Julie Sampson's father died, and she became the ward of an uncle whom she didn't get along with at all. She cut her hair, dressed in some men's clothing, and off she headed from Virginia to family further north. But the trek found her during winter time, out of money and buried in snow where she was rescued by Nathan Winslow. Julie soon finds herself as part of the slowly developing military due to her knowledge of maps and from there life turns many corners before she once finds her life as Julie Sampson again.

Gilbert Morris is one of the best Revolutionary War authors, and he definitely doesn't disappoint with this book. Bringing the opening years of the Revolution to life, developing real and fictional characters who are truly interesting, and carving a historical novel that keeps the reader's interest from start to finish.

[Liz · Rating 5 out of 5]

this book was a nice clean christian historical fiction about a boy bound to the patroits by a promise and a girl pretending to be a boy to escape her wicked uncle.
*!!! SPOLIER!!!!* i wish julie had married daniel and abigal turned good and married nathan. i just think julie and daniel were a cuter couple
* !!! END SPOLIER !!! *

[Diane · Rating 4 out of 5]

I liked this book and am enjoying this historical series. I realized once again that the heroes of America’s founding were actually rebelling against their current authority. We tend to look back and gild them in golden hues, but it was rough, messy and often misunderstood.

Loved that in this book, there were two men in Julie’s life. You weren’t really sure which one she would marry until the very last chapter. Unique plot!

[Anđelka Jovanović]

Uh, to be highly sensitive and open is a struggle. You can't move away from life and still not fitting in anywhere. I see it as a constant risk, where you can lose a lot but you are ready to lose, because you lost many times. To sense and feel soo much of what is there, but not to withdraw...My revolt, my freedom and my passion, as Camus said.

[Debby · Rating 4 out of 5]

I enjoy this series of books regarding the founding of the US. The author can get a little wordy but the use of real persons with fictional characters experiencing real events makes a captivating read. It also gives you a glimpse into the lifestyle of the time. Book 4 is the start of the American Revolution and focuses on families having to take sides and the risks they take.
A very good book.

[Arnetta · Rating 5 out of 5]

This gave me a front row seat to the battles of Lexington and Bunker Hill. Showed me the beginnings of the fight for independence. Throw in a lot of human interest storylines and voila - another excellent book in this series.

[Susan · Rating 3 out of 5]

3 1/2 Stars.
Brothers Nathan and Caleb Winslow are political opposites, King of Britain is, George III, who is opposed to the colonies bid for independence to the end. Book # 4 is a captivating , intriguing and creative historical fiction with a hook of mystery.

[Darla · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book could really be a great movie! So much rich history and excitement from beginning to end. I had read a couple books out of order, so I had no idea all the drama I had missed on this one! If I could, and if she were real, I would have many many questions for Our dear Julie.

[Brian · Rating 5 out of 5]

As with Morris’s other House of Winslow stories, this tale is a page turner. The intrigue of the early days of the revolution, the relational strain within the Winslow family, and the plight of Julie Sampson are all engaging plot lines. Morris weaves them together in a fascinating manner.

[Susan · Rating 5 out of 5]

excellent Christian author

[Randy Tramp · Rating 5 out of 5]

History alive. Great memorable characters.

[Madeline Ruth · Rating 4 out of 5]

3.75

[Carol · Rating 5 out of 5]

This gives an account of the beginning of the Revolutionary war. The sections are "First Blood--Lexington," "Baptism of Fire," & "Guns over Boston"

The story begins with Julie Samson wishing she were a little older or younger. She thought about escaping thru the window but she heard footsteps retreating from her door. She was trembling so badly that she could barely walk, let alone jump from her window! When she left in the morning to visit Rev. Kelly, Aaron Sampson suggested that he would have a marrying job soon. Philadelphia had new snow on the ground that Julie walked over to catch up with Rev. Kelly. They went to the cottage in back of Christ Church where Rev. Kelly asked his wife to make them tea. Mrs. Kelly reminded Zachariah that there was no tea. As they discussed the map he wanted made, he thought that Julie was attractive. After they finished with the map, Kelly asked what was bothering her. When she told him that her uncle wouldn't leave her alone, Kelly was half angry & half fearful. Silas Samson had been a good man and a loving father. Julie asked Kelly if he could convince her uncle to allow her to stay with the Kellys. After she left, Kelly told his wife of the problem. He could do nothing about it, but prayed because of his hatred for Samson that had to change.

For the next month everyone wanted maps, so Julie & her uncle were kept busy. Also, Aaron had gone over the details of the will with Will Spelling & discovered that he didn't have as strong a hold on the property as he thought. Both his & Julie's names were on the papers, & he was the junior partner. Later that night Sampson informed Julie that they would be getting married. Julie suggested that she'd give up her the portion of the shop & go live with the minister, but Sampson would have none of it. After he left her, Julie prayed & decided what to do. She packed her clothes & her Bible and left in the night.

[Ruth · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book was interesting. It is taking us into the American Revolution. The Winslow family continue to take a major role in the development of the new America. The reason I gave the book a rating of three is that a major part of it was not at all believable. The young boy, Laddie was actually a girl who was posing as a boy. She even joined the army and was able to fool almost everyone right until the end of the book. there was a time when she appeared to Nathan Winslow dressed like a girl and he still was unable to see the truth. That frustrated me. All in all, though, I would recommend keeping up with the reading of this series.

[Joe · Rating 4 out of 5]

I was reading and immensely enjoying this series when I visited Boston in the first week of May in approximately 1998. Being West Coast bound my whole life, I did not realize I was heading to New England and the location where this historical novel takes place. On an outing to Plymouth Rock and Cape Code, we noticed that we were traveling through the exact location of the book and we were able to ask 2 questions and find a grave marker for Edward Winslow (d. 1655?). It was not planned. Needless to say, the trip enhanced the book and the book enhanced the trip.

[Karen · Rating 4 out of 5]

The part about Julie pretending to be Laddie was interesting. Her living among all those soldiers and no one finding out she was really a girl and not a man. Felt bad for Friend Dan in the end because he loved her so but he gave her a great gift by marrying her to Nathan.

[Karol · Rating 3 out of 5]

Book 4 in the House of Winslow series progresses through the American Revolution. I learned much about those times that I didn't really know before.

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[Jencey/ · Rating 3 out of 5]

The beginning of the Revolutionary war.

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[Conni · Rating 5 out of 5]

Book 4

[Lindsey · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was very good and I wonderwhat happens next

[Mallory · Rating 3 out of 5]

I read all these books as a kid and loved them. Haven't read them in ages though.

[Debbie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Best book in the series so far.

[Janice · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very interesting and difficult to put down.

[Abbey]

Currently reading, very, very good.