The Blooding of Jack Absolute by C C Humphreys

Set against the backdrop of 18th-century London, Jack Absolute enjoys the privileges of a comfortable life as a scholar at Westminster School. He excels not just in academics but also in sports, showing remarkable skill with a cricket bat. However, this idyllic existence is soon disrupted as Jack finds himself swept into a world far removed from his familiar haunts.

As the pressures of war and the complexities of honor and loyalty weigh down on him, Jack must navigate the treacherous waters of friendship and rivalry. His journey unfolds against a rich tapestry of historical events, leading him to confront his own identity and destiny in a time of turmoil and change.