A heroine of 1812 : A Maryland romance

Set against the bustling streets of Baltimore in June 1812, the novel opens with Lettice Hopkins, a spirited young woman impatiently awaiting her uncle’s return from the harbor. Amid festive crowds and whispered worries about a British cruiser that has seized three sailors, she navigates family anxieties, a neighbor’s fearful dreams, and the everyday chatter of a city on edge. The narrative captures the lively atmosphere of a community bracing for war while introducing Lettice’s sharp wit and deep sense of loyalty.

As rumors swirl and personal fears rise, Lettice finds herself caught between the urgency of her family’s maritime concerns and the budding stir of romance and rivalry that colors the social scene. Early chapters blend lively market scenes, spirited banter, and the looming shadow of conflict, offering a vivid portrait of ordinary lives swept up in historic tides. Listeners are invited to follow her journey through love, duty, and the uncertain horizons of a nation at war.