Susan Peek A new historical novel about the unusual life of King Baldwin IV of Jerusalem the leper crusader king who despite ascending to the throne at only 13 his early death at 24 and his debilitating diseaseperformed great and heroic deeds in the face of seemingly insurmountable odds Teenagers and avid readers of all ages will be amazed at this story and be inspired by a faith that accomplished the impossible And it is true Great supplemental reading for homeschoolers or anyone who wants to be inspired by history