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The novel is set during the period leading up to the American Revolutionary War, specifically focusing on the Regulator Movement in North Carolina. This movement was a rebellion initiated by settlers who opposed the corrupt practices of local officials.The protagonist is a young boy who becomes involved with the Regulators, a group of colonists who took a stand against the injustices perpetrated by the colonial government. Through his eyes, readers experience the tension and excitement of the pre-revolutionary era. He engages in various spying activities, gathering intelligence and participating in key events that highlight the struggle for justice and resistance against oppression.