L.M. Elliott píše poutavé historické romány pro mladé dospělé čtenáře, které se často zaměřují na méně známé postavy a události z americké historie. Její styl se vyznačuje hlubokým ponorem do historického kontextu a vytvořením živých, uvěřitelných postav. Elliott je známá svým pečlivým výzkumem a schopností oživit minulost pro moderního čtenáře. Její díla zkoumají témata přátelství, odvahy a odolnosti tváří v tvář historickým nepokojům.
This powerful documentary-style novel with a photo essay introducing every chapter tells the story of two cousins, one a German in East Berlin and the other an American Army brat in West Berlin, from August 1960 to August 1961, as they navigate the political and social turmoil that threatens their friendship and ends in the abrupt rise of the Berlin Wall, which may separate them forever.
Drawing from historical journals and letters, New York Times bestselling author Laura Elliot weaves a richly detailed tale about the extraordinary Peggy Schuyler and her revolutionary friendship with Alexander Hamilton. Perfect for fans of the smash Broadway musical sensation Hamilton! Peggy Schuyler has always felt like she’s existed in the shadows of her beloved sisters: the fiery, intelligent Angelica and beautiful, sweet Eliza. But it’s in the throes of a chaotic war that Peggy finds herself a central figure amid Loyalists and Patriots, spies and traitors, friends and family. When a flirtatious aide-de-camp, Alexander Hamilton, writes to Peggy asking for her help in wooing the earnest Eliza, Peggy finds herself unable to deny such an impassioned plea. A fast friendship forms between the two, but Alexander is caught in the same war as her father, and the danger to all their lives is real. Everything is a battlefield—from the frontlines to their carefully coded letters—but will Peggy’s bravery’s and intelligence be enough to keep them all safe?
Alex is reluctant to join the Mills family on their Saturday trip to visit Uncle Bill, expressing frustration over the long drive and the lack of activities at their destination. He feels overlooked, believing that Uncle Bill never truly listens to anyone. This family outing sets the stage for exploring themes of communication, family dynamics, and the challenges of connecting with relatives.