A Founding Mother

A Novel of Abigail Adams

De: Stephanie Dray, Laura Kamoie

Narrado por: Cassandra Campbell

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In time for the 250th Anniversary of the birth of the United States comes a sweeping, intimate portrayal of Abigail Adams—wife of one president and mother to another—whose wit, willpower, and wisdom helped shape the fledgling republic. A stunning historical novel with modern-day implications from the New York Times bestselling authors of America’s First Daughter and My Dear Hamilton.

In the heart of revolutionary Boston, Abigail Adams raises her children amid riots, blockades, and the outbreak of war. While her husband, John Adams, rises from country lawyer to nation-builder, often away for years at a time, Abigail builds her own independence—managing their farm, making lucrative investments, amassing savings, battling plague and loss, and defending their home. Unafraid to speak her mind, she famously offers fearless political counsel, urging John to “remember the ladies” in the new government. Through it all, she becomes his most trusted confidante and indispensable ally.

When peace is secured, Abigail steps onto the world stage—exchanging ideas with Thomas Jefferson in the French countryside, navigating court life as the wife of the Minister to Great Britain, and presiding over the parlor politics of the early American republic in New York, Philadelphia, and Washington, DC. Even after her husband’s presidential administration, she continues battling political foes and working behind the scenes to advance her family, secure independence for the women in her life, and ensure a better life for the next generation of Americans.

From war-torn streets to the chandeliered halls of power, A Founding Mother is the unforgettable story of a woman ahead of her time—one whose voice, vision, and valor still resonate powerfully today.

Loved This Novel!

A truly sweet and engaging novel throughout that gave me a new perspective and appreciation for our founding families!

Love love love

I disliked only that it was over. I love Stephanie Dray’s books on the founding mothers so much! Now I’m waiting for the next one

informative listen

I was glad this story was based on facts otherwise a bit hard to believe all that that happened and what they went through many sad times as well as momentous times. Good details although I felt the middle of the book was a bit slow and did not keep my full attention. If you're a history buff this is a great listen. Narrator was great.

Abigail Addams strong opinions when necessary

Her understanding as a champion to observe and participation on the revolution with deep relationship with her husband prior to presidency, traveling aboard in difficult times for women.

Great delivery of historical content

The organization and delivery of content derived from personal notes/letters was made to be so interesting and enjoyable. Really loved all of this book, the history lesson within it, and appreciated the distinctions made at the end by the authors.