Award-winning, bestselling author Laura Frantz, The Belle of Chatham.

In 1777, caught in the crossroads of the American Revolution, sisters Maebel and Coralie Bohannon’s quaint New Jersey village becomes a battleground as they house American officers in their home. Rebellion ripples through their family as members take opposing sides–Patriots and Loyalists–causing a deep chasm that fractures their once-unbreakable bond.

As Mae’s friendship grows with the American general Rhys Harlow, Coralie continues her liaison with her childhood sweetheart, a British officer stationed in New York. Torn between her growing love for the general and suspicion that her sister is a British spy, Mae leaves the only home she’s ever known for the New York frontier. When betrayal strikes in the heart of the wilderness, she’s forced to take a perilous journey that tests her very survival and those she loves, all in the name of liberty.

Laura Frantz is passionate about all things historical, particularly the 18th-century, and writes her manuscripts in longhand first. Her stories often incorporate Scottish themes that reflect her family heritage. She is a direct descendant of George Hume, Wedderburn Castle, Berwickshire, Scotland, who was exiled to the American colonies for his role in the Jacobite Rebellion of 1715, settled in Virginia, and is credited with teaching George Washington surveying. Proud of her heritage, she is also a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution.

According to Publishers Weekly, “Frantz has done her historical homework.” With her signature attention to historical detail and emotional depth, she is represented by Janet Kobobel Grant, Literary Agent & Founder, Books & Such Literary Agency of Santa Rosa, California.

Award-winning, bestselling author&nbsp;<a href="https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flaurafrantz.net%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7CJeffrey.Wolf%40cumulus.com%7Cafd132332c7b4a45151b08ded6a81bf2%7Ce5d6709fbecf4b058cee37f5a62617c4%7C0%7C0%7C639184214727749227%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=KxrWZ7tcNspZ8U9oSwuiA94vclpWsPYCnxtWUCnZcVI%3D&amp;reserved=0" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="1">Laura Frantz</a>,&nbsp;The Belle of Chatham.
In 1777, caught in the crossroads of the American Revolution, sisters Maebel and Coralie Bohannon&rsquo;s quaint New Jersey village becomes a battleground as they house American officers in their home. Rebellion ripples through their family as members take opposing sides&ndash;Patriots and Loyalists&ndash;causing a deep chasm that fractures their once-unbreakable bond. As Mae&rsquo;s friendship grows with the American general Rhys Harlow, Coralie continues her liaison with her childhood sweetheart, a British officer stationed in New York. Torn between her growing love for the general and suspicion that her sister is a British spy, Mae leaves the only home she&rsquo;s ever known for the New York frontier. When betrayal strikes in the heart of the wilderness, she&rsquo;s forced to take a perilous journey that tests her very survival and those she loves, all in the name of liberty.
<a href="https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flaurafrantz.net%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7CJeffrey.Wolf%40cumulus.com%7Cafd132332c7b4a45151b08ded6a81bf2%7Ce5d6709fbecf4b058cee37f5a62617c4%7C0%7C0%7C639184214727767547%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=q%2BhlnBJw2uGLd7EVuhT7%2BY%2FRytLL447s8jZPxiwIgDI%3D&amp;reserved=0" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="2">Laura Frantz</a>&nbsp;is passionate about all things historical, particularly the 18th-century, and writes her manuscripts in longhand first. Her stories often incorporate Scottish themes that reflect her family heritage. She is a direct descendant of George Hume, Wedderburn Castle, Berwickshire, Scotland, who was exiled to the American colonies for his role in the Jacobite Rebellion of 1715, settled in Virginia, and is credited with teaching George Washington surveying. Proud of her heritage, she is also a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution.
According to Publishers Weekly, &ldquo;Frantz has done her historical homework.&rdquo; With her signature attention to historical detail and emotional depth, she is represented by Janet Kobobel Grant, Literary Agent &amp; Founder, Books &amp; Such Literary Agency of Santa Rosa, California.

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Our remarkable host, Eden Gordon Hill, brings a wealth of expertise and passion to the show. As a communications professional and former Capitol Hill member and political appointee in the Trump Administration, Gordon Hill goes beyond the pages to provide listeners with insider opportunities and strategies to get involved and make a difference on the issues that matter most. Discover new authors, engage in thought-provoking discussions, and dive into the rich tapestry of our nation’s stories. Whether you’re a bookworm or a casual reader, this show is a haven for all who love books and the vibrant stories they hold.