I'd like to nominate
Kidnapped, by Robert Louis Stevenson. It's on the
Guardian's list of the 100 best novels written in English; the citation says, "A thrilling adventure story, gripping history and fascinating study of the Scottish character, Kidnapped has lost none of its power."
I had a hard time finding a description that isn't too spoilery, so I've snipped a couple from Amazon.
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Spirited, romantic, and full of danger, Kidnapped is Robert Louis Stevenson's classic of high adventure. Beloved by generations, it is the saga of David Balfour, a young heir whose greedy uncle connives to do him out of his inherited fortune
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Acclaimed by Henry James as Robert Louis Stevenson's best novel, Kidnapped achieves what Stevenson called, "the particular crown and triumph of the artist...not simply to convince, but to enchant."
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Orphaned and penniless, young David Balfour sets out to find his last living relative. But in doing so he will become caught up the greatest and most frightening adventure of his life.
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pdurrant has uploaded a version which is combined with its (not as well regarded) sequel,
Catriona. Kindle ePub