America's First Daughter
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In a compelling, richly researched novel that draws from thousands of letters and original sources, bestselling authors Stephanie Dray and Laura Kamoie tell the fascinating, untold story of Thomas Jefferson's eldest daughter, Martha "Patsy" Jefferson Randolph--a woman who kept the secrets of our most enigmatic founding father and shaped an American legacy.
From her earliest days, Patsy Jefferson knows that though her father loves his family dearly, his devotion to his country runs deeper still. As Thomas Jefferson's oldest daughter, she becomes his helpmate, protector, and constant companion in the wake of her mother's death, traveling with him when he becomes American minister to France.
It is in Paris, at the glittering court and among the first tumultuous days of revolution, that fifteen-year-old Patsy learns about her father's troubling liaison with Sally Hemings, a slave girl her own age. Meanwhile, Patsy has fallen in love--with her father's protege William Short, a staunch abolitionist and ambitious diplomat. Torn between love, principles, and the bonds of family, Patsy questions whether she can choose a life as William's wife and still be a devoted daughter.
Her choice will follow her in the years to come, to Virginia farmland, Monticello, and even the White House. And as scandal, tragedy, and poverty threaten her family, Patsy must decide how much she will sacrifice to protect her father's reputation, in the process defining not just his political legacy, but that of the nation he founded.
Review
America's First Daughter brings a turbulent era to vivid life...It's breathlessly exciting and heartbreaking.-- "Donna Thorland, author of The Turncoat"
A stunning historical novel that will keep you up late, hoping the engaging story never ends. Highly, highly recommended!-- "Historical Novel Society, editor's choice"
A triumphant, controversial, and fascinating plunge into the complexities of Revolutionary America.-- "C. W. Gortner, bestselling author of Mademoiselle Chanel"
A Founding Father's daughter tells all!...Thorough and well-researched.-- "Kirkus Reviews"
Meticulously researched, readers will feel a deep personal connection to each character. Though this historical backdrop is of great importance, this is a story of family relationships complicated by political turmoil.-- "RT Book Reviews (4 stars)"
Painstakingly researched, beautifully hewn, compulsively readable...A must-read.-- "Allison Pataki, New York Times bestselling author"
About the Author
STEPHANIE DRAY is a New York Times, Wall Street Journal & USA Today bestselling author of historical women's fiction. Her award-winning work has been translated into eight languages and tops lists for the most anticipated reads of the year. She lives near the nation's capital with her husband, cats, and history books.
LAURA KAMOIE is the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and USA Today bestselling author of historical fiction. She holds a doctoral degree in early American history from The College of William and Mary, published two non-fiction books on early America, and most recently held the position of Associate Professor of History at the U.S. Naval Academy before transitioning to a full-time career writing fiction. Laura lives among the colonial charm of Annapolis, Maryland, with her husband and two daughters.
In a compelling, richly researched novel that draws from thousands of letters and original sources, bestselling authors Stephanie Dray and Laura Kamoie tell the fascinating, untold story of Thomas Jefferson's eldest daughter, Martha "Patsy" Jefferson Randolph--a woman who kept the secrets of our most enigmatic founding father and shaped an American legacy.
From her earliest days, Patsy Jefferson knows that though her father loves his family dearly, his devotion to his country runs deeper still. As Thomas Jefferson's oldest daughter, she becomes his helpmate, protector, and constant companion in the wake of her mother's death, traveling with him when he becomes American minister to France.
It is in Paris, at the glittering court and among the first tumultuous days of revolution, that fifteen-year-old Patsy learns about her father's troubling liaison with Sally Hemings, a slave girl her own age. Meanwhile, Patsy has fallen in love--with her father's protege William Short, a staunch abolitionist and ambitious diplomat. Torn between love, principles, and the bonds of family, Patsy questions whether she can choose a life as William's wife and still be a devoted daughter.
Her choice will follow her in the years to come, to Virginia farmland, Monticello, and even the White House. And as scandal, tragedy, and poverty threaten her family, Patsy must decide how much she will sacrifice to protect her father's reputation, in the process defining not just his political legacy, but that of the nation he founded.
Review
America's First Daughter brings a turbulent era to vivid life...It's breathlessly exciting and heartbreaking.-- "Donna Thorland, author of The Turncoat"
A stunning historical novel that will keep you up late, hoping the engaging story never ends. Highly, highly recommended!-- "Historical Novel Society, editor's choice"
A triumphant, controversial, and fascinating plunge into the complexities of Revolutionary America.-- "C. W. Gortner, bestselling author of Mademoiselle Chanel"
A Founding Father's daughter tells all!...Thorough and well-researched.-- "Kirkus Reviews"
Meticulously researched, readers will feel a deep personal connection to each character. Though this historical backdrop is of great importance, this is a story of family relationships complicated by political turmoil.-- "RT Book Reviews (4 stars)"
Painstakingly researched, beautifully hewn, compulsively readable...A must-read.-- "Allison Pataki, New York Times bestselling author"
About the Author
STEPHANIE DRAY is a New York Times, Wall Street Journal & USA Today bestselling author of historical women's fiction. Her award-winning work has been translated into eight languages and tops lists for the most anticipated reads of the year. She lives near the nation's capital with her husband, cats, and history books.
LAURA KAMOIE is the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and USA Today bestselling author of historical fiction. She holds a doctoral degree in early American history from The College of William and Mary, published two non-fiction books on early America, and most recently held the position of Associate Professor of History at the U.S. Naval Academy before transitioning to a full-time career writing fiction. Laura lives among the colonial charm of Annapolis, Maryland, with her husband and two daughters.
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In a compelling, richly researched novel that draws from thousands of letters and original sources, bestselling authors Stephanie Dray and Laura Kamoie tell the fascinating, untold story of Thomas Jefferson's eldest daughter, Martha "Patsy" Jefferson Randolph--a woman who kept the secrets of our most enigmatic founding father and shaped an American legacy.
From her earliest days, Patsy Jefferson knows that though her father loves his family dearly, his devotion to his country runs deeper still. As Thomas Jefferson's oldest daughter, she becomes his helpmate, protector, and constant companion in the wake of her mother's death, traveling with him when he becomes American minister to France.
It is in Paris, at the glittering court and among the first tumultuous days of revolution, that fifteen-year-old Patsy learns about her father's troubling liaison with Sally Hemings, a slave girl her own age. Meanwhile, Patsy has fallen in love--with her father's protege William Short, a staunch abolitionist and ambitious diplomat. Torn between love, principles, and the bonds of family, Patsy questions whether she can choose a life as William's wife and still be a devoted daughter.
Her choice will follow her in the years to come, to Virginia farmland, Monticello, and even the White House. And as scandal, tragedy, and poverty threaten her family, Patsy must decide how much she will sacrifice to protect her father's reputation, in the process defining not just his political legacy, but that of the nation he founded.
Review
America's First Daughter brings a turbulent era to vivid life...It's breathlessly exciting and heartbreaking.-- "Donna Thorland, author of The Turncoat"
A stunning historical novel that will keep you up late, hoping the engaging story never ends. Highly, highly recommended!-- "Historical Novel Society, editor's choice"
A triumphant, controversial, and fascinating plunge into the complexities of Revolutionary America.-- "C. W. Gortner, bestselling author of Mademoiselle Chanel"
A Founding Father's daughter tells all!...Thorough and well-researched.-- "Kirkus Reviews"
Meticulously researched, readers will feel a deep personal connection to each character. Though this historical backdrop is of great importance, this is a story of family relationships complicated by political turmoil.-- "RT Book Reviews (4 stars)"
Painstakingly researched, beautifully hewn, compulsively readable...A must-read.-- "Allison Pataki, New York Times bestselling author"
About the Author
STEPHANIE DRAY is a New York Times, Wall Street Journal & USA Today bestselling author of historical women's fiction. Her award-winning work has been translated into eight languages and tops lists for the most anticipated reads of the year. She lives near the nation's capital with her husband, cats, and history books.
LAURA KAMOIE is the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and USA Today bestselling author of historical fiction. She holds a doctoral degree in early American history from The College of William and Mary, published two non-fiction books on early America, and most recently held the position of Associate Professor of History at the U.S. Naval Academy before transitioning to a full-time career writing fiction. Laura lives among the colonial charm of Annapolis, Maryland, with her husband and two daughters.
In a compelling, richly researched novel that draws from thousands of letters and original sources, bestselling authors Stephanie Dray and Laura Kamoie tell the fascinating, untold story of Thomas Jefferson's eldest daughter, Martha "Patsy" Jefferson Randolph--a woman who kept the secrets of our most enigmatic founding father and shaped an American legacy.
From her earliest days, Patsy Jefferson knows that though her father loves his family dearly, his devotion to his country runs deeper still. As Thomas Jefferson's oldest daughter, she becomes his helpmate, protector, and constant companion in the wake of her mother's death, traveling with him when he becomes American minister to France.
It is in Paris, at the glittering court and among the first tumultuous days of revolution, that fifteen-year-old Patsy learns about her father's troubling liaison with Sally Hemings, a slave girl her own age. Meanwhile, Patsy has fallen in love--with her father's protege William Short, a staunch abolitionist and ambitious diplomat. Torn between love, principles, and the bonds of family, Patsy questions whether she can choose a life as William's wife and still be a devoted daughter.
Her choice will follow her in the years to come, to Virginia farmland, Monticello, and even the White House. And as scandal, tragedy, and poverty threaten her family, Patsy must decide how much she will sacrifice to protect her father's reputation, in the process defining not just his political legacy, but that of the nation he founded.
Review
America's First Daughter brings a turbulent era to vivid life...It's breathlessly exciting and heartbreaking.-- "Donna Thorland, author of The Turncoat"
A stunning historical novel that will keep you up late, hoping the engaging story never ends. Highly, highly recommended!-- "Historical Novel Society, editor's choice"
A triumphant, controversial, and fascinating plunge into the complexities of Revolutionary America.-- "C. W. Gortner, bestselling author of Mademoiselle Chanel"
A Founding Father's daughter tells all!...Thorough and well-researched.-- "Kirkus Reviews"
Meticulously researched, readers will feel a deep personal connection to each character. Though this historical backdrop is of great importance, this is a story of family relationships complicated by political turmoil.-- "RT Book Reviews (4 stars)"
Painstakingly researched, beautifully hewn, compulsively readable...A must-read.-- "Allison Pataki, New York Times bestselling author"
About the Author
STEPHANIE DRAY is a New York Times, Wall Street Journal & USA Today bestselling author of historical women's fiction. Her award-winning work has been translated into eight languages and tops lists for the most anticipated reads of the year. She lives near the nation's capital with her husband, cats, and history books.
LAURA KAMOIE is the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and USA Today bestselling author of historical fiction. She holds a doctoral degree in early American history from The College of William and Mary, published two non-fiction books on early America, and most recently held the position of Associate Professor of History at the U.S. Naval Academy before transitioning to a full-time career writing fiction. Laura lives among the colonial charm of Annapolis, Maryland, with her husband and two daughters.
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