1774: Ten weeks after the Boston Tea Party. Abigail Adams, wife of attorney John Adams, who is deeply involved with the Sons of Liberty-a secret organization opposing the Crown-remains as committed to the cause as her husband. And the arrest of one of the Sons comes as a shock to both of them. Because it isn't for treason-it's for murder . . . The accused is young Henry Knox; the victim, a royal representative to the colonial court. Rumors begin swirling-did the murder indeed arise from the competition between the two for the affections of the daughter of a prominent Loyalist, or was it politically motivated? Abigail and John believe Knox to be innocent, despite the strong evidence against him. While John works to clear his client's name, Abigail begins her own investigation. But as she pursues the truth, the killer pursues her-threatening not only Abigail but her vulnerable family . . .

Author Biography

Barbara Hamilton is a pseudonym for Barbara Hambly. Hambly is a full-time author, who works in several genres. In the mystery world ,she is known for her bestselling Benjamin January historical mystery series, including A Free Man of Color and Good Man Friday among other titles. She has also written a number of historical novels about famous women in American history, including Mary Todd Lincoln and Dolly Madison.