America's Daughter
A beautiful and gripping novel of the American Revolutionary War
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4.5 • 74 Ratings
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Publisher Description
An epic and heartbreaking novel about a woman caught in the fight for American independence, perfect for readers who loved My Dear Hamilton and Flight of the Sparrow.
Addie stands with the restless crowd in Boston Harbor, watching her brother climb aboard the English tea ship. She isn’t supposed to be out, but this is no ordinary night. When she sees him start to toss the cargo into the water, she knows her world is about to change forever…
As the fight for American independence begins, Addie Valencourt’s tight-knit family is torn apart. When the British lay siege to Boston, her father welcomes the English army into his home, while her brothers and childhood sweetheart Silas leave to join General Washington. Addie is hatching a plan to follow them when she meets Scottish Highlander John Traverne. The frowning, dark-haired soldier is unlike anyone she has ever known, but she must stay true to Silas and her promise to join him and the Revolutionary army.
Addie adjusts quickly to life in the army camp, comfortable with the rebels fighting for their freedom. But when Silas is captured by the British, she knows she must risk it all to search for him. But venturing into enemy territory brings her face to face with the Highlander once more. Now Addie must again ignore what her heart is telling her, to protect the secrets—and even the very lives—of the Patriots on the dangerous front line…
The first part of a haunting, emotional and heart-wrenching trilogy.
Readers love Celeste De Blasis:
“UNPUTDOWNABLE!… If I could give it more stars I would give it more!” Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars
“One of my all-time FAVORITE books!!!!!!!!” Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars
“I didn’t want it to end… always kept me in suspense… truly brilliant and I loved every second… absolutely fantastic.” Charlotte’s Book Corner
“Read it OVER and OVER.” Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars
“Made me laugh, cry and feel all the range of emotions.” Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars
“My favorite book of all time.” Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars
“A week doesn’t go by that this book doesn't pop into my head. A great story.” Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars
“I had a hard time putting it down and lost more than an hour or two of sleep.” Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars
“This book has an extra special place in my heart… A historical romance in the vein of Outlander (except without the time travel).” Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars
“I loved this book!… A great love story, and a book that you just don’t want to put down.” Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars
“One of my all-time favorites!… I smile, I cry, I’m sad to see them go.” Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars
“Lots of love, lots of tears.” Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars
“I just love it.” Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars
“Excellent from beginning to end. I highly recommend.” Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars
Customer Reviews
America’s Daughter
I would have easily given this book 5 stars if the author didn’t end the book with the story still hanging in the air.
Fantastic Historical Read
I am a huge fan of Celeste De Blasis. I’ve read many novels by this author and I must say that she never disappoints. Celeste De Blasis never wastes time pulling you into her stories, and this book is no different.
Addie believes in the Patriot’s cause and she and her twin brother witness the Boston Tea Party. Addie keeps her beliefs to herself because not everyone in her family believes as she does. Addie’s father, Marcus Valencourt is a loyalist, and has raised his five children to be independent thinkers. When the British seize Boston, Addie decides it’s time for her to speak up and stand her ground about her beliefs. So Addie admits to her father that she and her brothers believe in the Patriot’s cause. Of course that causes tension in the family. But, when Addie’s brothers and Silas, the man she loves, go off to fight in the war, Addie finds herself torn between her family and the men fighting for America, the country she loves. I’m so glad this is the first book in the series as I can’t wait to continue this great story.
The characters and historical aspects of the story were well written and made the book very interesting and enjoyable to read. I really liked this book and I recommend it.