My Review

For readers who love to immerse themselves in a story, this is a sweeping historical journey that spans years leading up to the American Revolution. Boston’s unrest forms a striking backdrop for Anna Somerset’s story as she balances a loyalty to her British-supporting uncle with friendships that lean toward rebellion.

The novel begins when Anna is thirteen, and we witness her maturity over time. The story is interspersed with Daniel Garrett’s story as they navigate a city torn by violence and conflicting loyalties. Boston’s streets, churches, and homes have become battlegrounds, forcing Anna and Daniel into heart-wrenching decisions as treachery and war close in around them and those close to them.

Although lengthy—and perhaps a bit drawn-out at times—this story rewards readers with deep character development and a vivid historical setting. It’s a slow burn, but it’s worth the time for those who enjoy rich detail and complex choices. An immersive look at love, honor, friendship and loyalty in a world on the brink of revolution.

Summary

On the brink of the American Revolution, Boston stands as a crucible of conflict, where public squares, churches, and homes are torn apart by violent disputes. The city’s streets are fraught with danger, leading to armed clashes that claim countless lives. Amid this turmoil, thirteen-year-old Anna Somerset and seventeen-year-old Daniel Garrett find their lives upended. Caught between duty and honor, loyalty and love, they face heart-wrenching choices while friendships and families are torn asunder. As treachery lurks and battles rage, Anna and Daniel must navigate a path through the chaos, seeking to survive and discern which of their loyalties transcends the others.