The Companions of Jehu

Set against the backdrop of revolutionary France, the story follows a group of aristocratic royalists, led by Roland and Sir John, who form the Companions of Jehu. These young highwaymen, inspired by a tale of escape from prison, engage in daring robberies of government diligences to fund their noble cause and evade the guillotine. Dumas blends romance and adventure, highlighting themes of loyalty and rebellion amidst the turmoil of the era.