A Founding Mother : A Novel of Abigail Adams by Stephanie Dray and Laura Kamoie Reese Pick July 2026

There’s something magical about a story that brings history to life—and this one does just that.

From the bestselling duo behind some of historical fiction’s most beloved novels, A Founding Mother reaches back into the early days of America to illuminate a woman whose story deserves to be told. With the rich, immersive detail readers have come to expect from Stephanie Dray and Laura Kamoie, this is the kind of book that pulls you in and doesn’t let go.

Picture it: a rainy afternoon in the cove, the sea murmuring just beyond the footbridge, and you, curled up with the pages of a sweeping American saga. This is a novel about courage, conviction, and the quiet, determined women who helped shape a nation—often without ever getting their names in the history books.

Meticulously researched and beautifully written, it sits right at the crossroads of biography and unforgettable storytelling. Fans of grand historical narratives and readers who love discovering the hidden figures behind familiar moments will find plenty to linger over here.

What we love most? The way it makes the past feel close enough to touch. The emotion. The detail. The sheer scope of a life lived in extraordinary times.

This trade paperback is a fresh new release, and we have a feeling it’s going to become a shelf-talker favorite around here. Whether you’re a longtime devotee of these authors or just searching for your next great read, this one’s worth carrying home.

Stop by, browse a while, and let this remarkable story find a place in your hands. We think you’ll love getting lost in it.

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