I appreciated the way the author’s note separated out which bits of character and plot were borrowed directly from the history books and which parts were fabricated or adjusted to suit the needs of this fictional story. Set in the time leading up to the American Revolution, the book takes John and Abigail Adams as the inspiration for its lead characters Benjamin Ross and Susanna Smith. And the romance is delightfully swoon-worthy. It resonates with themes of bravery and self-sacrifice. What a great read! This book explores the kinds of difficult decisions arising in situations where legality and morality may be at odds. But drawing closer to this man of principle and intellect lands her in a dangerous, secret world of rebellion and revolution against everything she once held dear. When the life of a runaway indentured servant is threatened, Susanna is forced to choose between justice and mercy, and Ben becomes her unlikely advisor. When introduced to the Smiths he’s taken by Susanna’s intelligence and independent spirit, but her parents refuse to see him as a suitor for their daughter. Growing up with little to his name, poor country lawyer Benjamin Ross dreams of impacting the world for the better. And she’s determined to marry well, so she’ll be able to continue her work with the less fortunate. But her quick mind and quicker tongue never back down from a challenge. Genre(s): Historical Romance, Inspirational FictionĪbout the Book (from Publisher, Bethany House ):īecause she’s a woman, higher learning was always closed to Susanna Smith.
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