Wednesday, September 13, 2017

Can't-Wait Wednesday: I, Eliza Hamilton

Can't-Wait Wednesday is hosted by Wishful Endings and helps us spotlight upcoming releases we're eagerly anticipating!

I, Eliza Hamilton
Susan Holloway Scott
Expected publication date: September 26, 2017
In this beautifully written novel of historical fiction, bestselling author Susan Holloway Scott tells the story of Alexander Hamilton’s wife, Eliza—a fascinating, strong-willed heroine in her own right and a key figure in one of the most gripping periods in American history.

“Love is not easy with a man chosen by Fate for greatness . . .”

As the daughter of a respected general, Elizabeth Schuyler is accustomed to socializing with dignitaries and soldiers. But no visitor to her parents’ home has affected her so strongly as Alexander Hamilton, a charismatic, ambitious aide to George Washington. They marry quickly, and despite the tumult of the American Revolution, Eliza is confident in her brilliant husband and in her role as his helpmate. But it is in the aftermath of war, as Hamilton becomes one of the country’s most important figures, that she truly comes into her own.

In the new capital, Eliza becomes an adored member of society, respected for her fierce devotion to Hamilton as well as her grace. Behind closed doors, she astutely manages their expanding household, and assists her husband with his political writings. Yet some challenges are impossible to prepare for. Through public scandal, betrayal, personal heartbreak, and tragedy, she is tested again and again. In the end, it will be Eliza’s indomitable strength that makes her not only Hamilton’s most crucial ally in life, but his most loyal advocate after his death, determined to preserve his legacy while pursuing her own extraordinary path through the nation they helped shape together. - from Goodreads

20 comments:

  1. I've actually always been interested in Eliza Hamilton! Thanks for introducing me to this book, Angela, I definitely want to read it now :)

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  2. This one is new to me but it sounds fantastic! Gorgeous cover too!

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    1. Yeah, with all the Hamilton love going around lately, I thought it would be a good pick!

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  3. This is something I would definitely enjoy. Thanks for putting it on my radar.

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  4. I love the sound of this! Admittedly most of the historical fiction I read set in this time period takes place in England or other parts of Europe, but not for lack of interest. I will definitely keep my eye out for this one. Thanks for sharing!

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    1. I'm the same way, I don't read a lot of historical fiction set in the United States; there doesn't seem to be as much of it, maybe? But yeah, this one looks good!

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  5. Oooh this one sounds really good! I do love reading historical fiction, but I just never get around to it. I hope you love it!

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    1. Historical fiction is one of my favorite genres, so this one is right up my alley!

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  6. Alexander Hamilton's wife, that should be interesting!

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  7. That cover is so gorgeous! This book sounds like an historical fiction that I would really enjoy. Thanks so much for sharing it. :)

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  8. I have no idea who Hamilton is, never mind his wife, but she sounds fantastic -- I should probably look this amazing couple up! Interesting pick!

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    1. He's a political figure in early American history - subject of the monster Broadway show "Hamilton"!

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