What's the story behind the story? What inspired you to write this book?
On July 3, 1775, the Continental Congress gave General George Washington command of the Continental Army with broad powers to take action as he saw fit. But Congress said nothing about operations at sea. Convinced that his army could be aided by privateers—men who could supply them from the sea—without asking permission, General Washington began arming schooners. His small fleet preyed on British supply ships heading to Boston to apply pressure on the British and gain much-needed supplies for the Continental Army.
If you had to pick theme songs for the main characters of your book, what would they be?
The Courier from the movie Last of the Mohicans, on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OmP4vLbExLs&list=RDOmP4vLbExLs&start_radio=1
What's your favorite genre to read? Is it the same as your favorite genre to write?
I write in the era I love to read—stories set deep in history: Medieval, Georgian, Regency, and, most recently, the American War for Independence. My most recent series is historical fiction, with most of the characters being real historical figures.
What books are on your TBR pile right now?
Mostly research for my next trilogy, The Daughters of Light, relating to Esther De Berdt Reed, wife of Joseph Reed, a patriot who did much for the cause of liberty.
What scene in your book was your favorite to write?
The storm as Captain Samuel Tucker sails the frigate Boston across the Atlantic to deliver John Adams and his son John Quincy Adams to Paris. Very exciting.
Do you have any quirky writing habits? (lucky mugs, cats on laps, etc.)
Music as I write. Mostly, I write to Skyrim soundtracks.
Do you have a motto, quote, or philosophy you live by?
Trust in the Lord and He will direct your path (from Proverbs 3:5–6).
If you could choose one thing for readers to remember after reading your book, what would it be?
That America\'s founding was noble and the patriots who gave birth to our nation were self-sacrificing men and women who believed in the cause of liberty.
Regan Walker is the author of the new book The Daredevil (The Dawn of America Series Book 3)
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