Crusade of Tears introduces readers to a dark time in Christian history - the 13th Century Children's Crusades. Readers will march towards Palestine with these gallant young Crusaders... and be not faint of heart... for though you shall suffer, you may be set free. This masterfully written novel will carry the reader into 13th Century Christendom when 50,000 children, falsely inspired, set out to reclaim Jerusalem - only to fall victim to devastating hardship. This glimpse into one of Christianity's darkest times tells the story of unspeakable hardships and unwavering belief.