Free Men And Dreamers Vol. 3 : Dawn's Early Light
by L.c. Lewis
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This third volume of LC Lewis's War of 1812 historical fiction epic, Free Men and Dreamers, covers the British offensive against Washington D.C. Once Napoleon is subdued, and despite the commencement of peace negotiations, Britain unleashes her triumphant European conquerors on America. And their primary target? Washington. While attentions turn to the defense of the Capital, mercenaries threaten the Winding Willows and White Oak plantations, forcing enemies to become allies, fighting side-by-side with freed slaves to defend their homes and families. Mere miles away, the Capital's defense now rests predominantly upon citizen soldiers and a most unlikely naval force-a rag-tag fleet called the Chesapeake flotilla-and the men who built it. But Britain's house is also divided over the war, as the cost mounts in blood and money. Experience the pain and passion of five families-American, slave and British-as they endure the three darkest days of American history-the week when Washington burned.
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A Grand Saga - Historical Fiction at its Best
by Anne Bradshaw from Nr. Provo, UT
I enjoyed reading Laurie (L.C.) Lewis's latest book (Dawn's Early Light) so much that I've nominated it for a Whitney Award. It is always a bonus for me when a good read not only brings pleasure, but is also a learning experience. I feel like I've been there in 1812 and can now compare events back then to those of our day. I read the book while moving house. Looking forward to a new chapter each night was about the only thing that got me through the removal ordeal. I'm excited for Volume Four in this series. This author's work has improved and strengthened with each new publication. She is a writer to watch. I, for one, am an enthusiastic follower. I hope she has many more stories of this caliber to share.