Secrets of Mary Bowser

<p>Masterfully written <em>The Secrets of Mary Bowser</em> shines a new light onto our country's darkest history.<br />--Brunonia Barry bestselling author of <em>The Lace Reader </em></p><p>Packed with drama intrigue love loss and most of all the resilience of a remarkable heroine....What a treat!<br />--Kelly O'Connor McNees author of <em>The Lost Summer of Louisa May Alcott</em></p><p>Based on the remarkable true story of a freed African American slave who returned to Virginia at the onset of the Civil War to spy on the Confederates <em>The Secrets of Mary Bowser</em> is a masterful debut by an exciting new novelist. Author Lois Leveen combines fascinating facts and ingenious speculation to craft a historical novel that will enthrall readers of women's fiction historical fiction and acclaimed works like <em>Cane River</em> and <em>Cold Mountain</em> that offer intimate looks at the twin nightmares of slavery and Civil War. A powerful and unforgettable story of a woman who risked her own freedom to bring freedom to millions of others <em>The Secrets of Mary Bowser</em> celebrates the courageous achievements of a little known but truly inspirational American heroine. <br /></p>