1777: The Battle of Saratoga, a turning point of the Revolutionary War, gives the American Continental Army its first great victory. But there seems little to celebrate for Abigail, a woman forced to tend to a wounded British soldier. While nursing William back to health, Abigail finds herself pursued by others in the enemy camp who have less than gallant intentions toward her. Fearful of who she can trust and who might betray her, she leans on her faith and God’s Providence for survival.
1977: On the anniversary of the Battle of Saratoga, thousands arrive from Europe and the United States to celebrate the event. Among the re-enactors are descendants of the original participants from both sides of the battle. One young American, Abby, meets the offspring of a British soldier. But when she finds herself almost assaulted by some men at the event, Abby turns to the only person she knows—her British ally. Can she trust him with her life? Or will he betray her in the same way loyalist spies betrayed her ancestors? Perhaps her answer lies in the letters from her ancestor and namesake, Abigail.
Can regrets from the past stir love’s resolve in the present?
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When I was in school, my favorite subject was not History and that is a fact! when I read romance historical books , I have learned more about history. Now that I am much older I really like hearing about historical happenings. I like where the stories take me and I learn more about history.
Hi Alicia! I think when you incorporate true historical facts into a fictional format with characters who come alive, the history itself becomes more memorable. I’m so glad that you enjoy the history as well as the romance! Thanks for commenting! Elaine
Oh, I understand, Alicia! Mine was history, though, lol!!
Once again, you’ve introduced me to another new-to-me author!! I’ve never read a book about the Revoluationary War. I’ve seen the Johnny Tremaine movie many times, since we watched it almost every year when I was in school!! I like reading historical books, though, as I always find something that I didn’t know before, and it helps to put things in perspective.
Hi Trudy! So happy to be introduced to you! Most of my books are set in the Revolutionary War period so I hope you have a chance to read them all. And I LOVED Johnny Tremain! Have a blessed day! Elaine
I love that about reading fiction during historical time periods, and Elaine is awesome at research, I promise you that!
Sounds intriguing. I haven’t read a lot of historical fiction but the ones I’ve read were from the old west. I think I might have to read this one!
Hi Carol, I love a good western novel, Carol! I’m a fan of Erika Vetsch and Pam Hillman. It seems that more and more books are emerging from the Revolutionary War period. I’m quite happy about that because that is an era close to my heart, since I grew up in Massachusetts. I hope you get a chance to read “Saratoga Letters!” Be blessed! Elaine
Oh, I love a good western too, Carol! I hope you try this, it is really refreshing!
I loved it, too!! I’d never watch when he burned his hand. I’ve even watched it on TV since then! I always loved history when I was in school.
I have always been intrigued by history…it was my minor…and I love learning new facts and information through story form. I read a lot of WWII historical fiction but have been trying to expand and include other major events as well. Thank you for the chance at reading your wonderful book!
The blessing is mine, Cynthia, to share my books with readers. I love absorbing history facts and turning them into novels. I hope you get a chance to read “Saratoga Letters,” and all my books. 🙂 Elaine
Thank you for sharing, Cynthia! History is always been a favorite of mine too!
I lived in Saratoga. The cover reminds me of what Saratoga probably looked like long ago. Makes me miss home a lot more.
Hi Marie! I have visited Saratoga twice for research and SUCH a beautiful area of the country. My ancestor fought there as a British soldier (!!!) and that’s what drew me to the National Park there. I’m sure you miss it if you live far away. Blessings, Elaine
How wonderful, Marie! I would love to read about a place I actually lived in! I know what you mean about getting homesick though, I miss my Jersey roots!
Historicals are one of my favorites genre’s because they open a piece of history that is usually not well known and, usually, the author has done a ton of research about that time period.
Hi Amanda! I’m so glad you appreciate all the research that goes into historical fiction. Every author I know spends a great deal of time getting the facts accurate. Readers and others are so knowledgeable that someone is likely to pick up on errors! Thanks for enjoying my favorite genre! Blessings, Elaine
Yes, Amanda, I love when the author really knows what they are writing about!
This is my favorite time in history! I had some ancestors that fought at Saratoga! I love learning about the early history of our country. I think it may have something to do with the fact that I had many ancestors that fought in it.
I love reading about this. Of time. going back in time and here in divorce stories and the tragedies that the people had to go through back then. So sad but some of them were our ancestors.I just love the book cover it’s absolutely gorgeous. ❣️❣️📒❣️❣️🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀📒
Wow, Beverly, that is awesome! Thank you for visiting with us!❤️
Beverly, we certainly share a common interest in history as well as having an ancestor fight in the Battle of Saratoga. However I am descended from a soldier in the British army! LOL! Thanks for commenting!
I would absolutely love to win a copy of this beautiful book. I love reading about history and history fiction books. This is a gorgeous cover on this book. Thank you for giving me a chance to win your book. 🍀🍀🍀❣️❣️🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀❣️🍀🍀🍀🍀📒🍀🍀🍀
Yay, Kay! So happy to meet you!❤️ Thank you for sharing.
Hi Kay! I certainly hope you get a chance to read “Saratoga Letters.” If you love historical fiction, this book will fit your passion! Thanks for commenting! Elaine
Thank you so much for the chance I really want to win this book. 🍀🍀❣️🍀🍀🍀
looks like a very good novel
It really is, Josephine ❤️
Josephine, I hope you get a chance to read it and, hopefully, enjoy it!! Blessings, Elaine
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Thank you so much for the book!!!!