The journey of Little Charlie

"Twelve-year-old Charlie is down on his luck: His dad just died, the share crops are dry, and Cap'n Buck, the most fearsome man in Possum Moan, says Charlie's dad owes him money--a lot of money. Unable to pay back his father's debt, Charlie strikes a deal with Cap'n Buck and agrees to accompany him to Canada in pursuit of a group escaping slavery. Once the fugitives are returned, the debt will be repaid. It's not too bad of a bargain for Charlie....