Shadow Patriots — Lucia St. Clair Robson

In July of 1776, the American colonies are ablaze with passion as the people of a new nation choose between their king and an uncertain future.

Kate Darby never expected to be swept up in this political storm. Her youngest brother, Seth, leaves home to join General Washington's ragtag forces. Soon after, due to the influx of British soldiers, the Darbys are forced to take in Major John Andre -- and Kate falls quickly for his charm. Despiie her warring affections, Kate finds herself drawn deep into the war. The once timid Quaker joins her brother as a spy for the patriots. She becomes part of General Washington's group of intelligensers, the Culper Ring, thrusting her into a world of danger and political upheaval. Today, historians know her as 355, the Culper's code for lady.

Told with historical accuracy and incredible attention to period detail, Shadow Patriots recreates America at its youngest and describes with vivid intensity the men and women who bravely did their part to deliver it from tyranny.