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America's First Daughter

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America's First Daughter

By: Stephanie Dray, Laura Kamoie
Narrated by: Cassandra Campbell
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In a compelling, richly researched novel that draws from thousands of letters and original sources, best-selling 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 15-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 protégé, 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.

©2016 Stephanie Dray and Laura Kamoie (P)2016 HarperCollins Publishers
Biographical Fiction Genre Fiction Fiction Biography Founding Fathers Tear-jerking American History

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This is an excellent story that perfectly blends historical truths and fiction. It was totally fascinating and really brought to life important historical figures in a meaningful way.

Absolutely brilliant story

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I was not sure if I cried because of the conclusion or just because it had come to an end!

Absolutely awesomeness!

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Really enjoyed this book. I have an interest in American history and have visited Monticello so could visualise some of the rooms described.

A great listen!

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enjoyed story very much, the mix of fax and fiction was excellently woven together. thankyou

enjoyed historical details

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the book very interesting and easy listening and i found myself looking up historical facts

loved it

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Stunning and gripping from beginning to end, a deep and detailed portrait of America's founding daughter.

Amazing!

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