A Founding Mother: A Novel of Abigail Adams: A Reese's Book Club Pick
by Stephanie Dray, Laura Kamoie
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A REESE'S BOOK CLUB PICK
In time for the 250th Anniversary of the birth of the United States comes a sweeping, intimate portrayal of Abigail Adams--wife of one president and mother to another--whose wit, willpower, and wisdom helped shape the fledgling republic. A stunning historical novel with modern-day implications from the New York Times bestselling authors of America's First Daughter and My Dear Hamilton.
In the heart of revolutionary Boston, Abigail Adams raises her children amid riots, blockades, and the outbreak of war. While her husband, John Adams, rises from country lawyer to nation-builder, often away for years at a time, Abigail builds her own independence--managing their farm, making lucrative investments, amassing savings, battling plague and loss, and defending their home. Unafraid to speak her mind, she famously offers fearless political counsel, urging John to "remember the ladies" in the new government. Through it all, she becomes his most trusted confidante and indispensable ally.
When peace is secured, Abigail steps onto the world stage--exchanging ideas with Thomas Jefferson in the French countryside, navigating court life as the wife of the Minister to Great Britain, and presiding over the parlor politics of the early American republic in New York, Philadelphia, and Washington, DC. Even after her husband's presidential administration, she continues battling political foes and working behind the scenes to advance her family, secure independence for the women in her life, and ensure a better life for the next generation of Americans.
From war-torn streets to the chandeliered halls of power, A Founding Mother is the unforgettable story of a woman ahead of her time--one whose voice, vision, and valor still resonate powerfully today.
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Book Details
- ISBN
- 9780063234765
- Binding
- Paperback
- Authors
- Stephanie Dray, Laura Kamoie
- Publisher
- William Morrow & Company
- Published Date
- May 5, 2026
- Language
- English
- Pages
- 464
- Physical Info
- 1.19 in H x 7.88 in L x 5.29 in W

Keeping in mind that this was historical fiction, I thoroughly enjoyed the book and appreciated the historical accuracy. I appreciate that at the end, in the authors notes, that they clarified a lot of of the discrepancies in timelines, omissions of certain influential characters, and described some of the things that they had to assume. With all that said, I am so happy that I chose this book. I enjoyed it thoroughly as a lover of history
Highly recommend—could not put this down. Fascinated by Abigail Adams and her story. Read after seeing the John Adams Mini-series on HBO (also excellent).
What a wonderful way to begin this year as we celebrate 250 years of Freedom. I've read so much about our Founding Fathers and the American Revolution that I was surprised at how many new details I learned from Abigail's perspective.The authors did an incredible job of bringing her to life. I felt her pain, suffered her struggles, cheered her efforts, praised her wit and fearlessness when confronting the most powerful men in the world.Previously, I had the impression that John Adams loved and adored his wife. I'm left with conformation that he not only loved and adored her, but valued her brain and heart. There was a point where his words were cruel and hurtful and I was smacking the air in front of me as if I could reach through time and knock some sense into him. I understand why he behaved as he did, but do not believe it was valid enough to treat the person you relied on the most in such a manner.Abigail Adams was everything you would want in a First Lady and Founding Mother. Excellent read!
After all, a mother can never know if her children or country will survive. She cannot know if her struggles and sacrifices to defend them will ever be known or appreciated. She cannot guarantee that teachings she gives or the faith she cherishes in them from infancy will take root. Nevertheless, she must create, defend, guide, and put her faith in what she loves. For the Lord has given us this one life to sow goodness for mankind, even if we don’t live long enough to partake of that harvest. It is all for a purpose. None of it for naught. Not a single moment for naught.
Excellent book. The author’s historical research and desire to be as accurate as possible, coupled with her writing style, taught me so much history I never paid attention to in boring high school. I bought her book on Eliza Hamilton to continue my learning journey.Highly recommend this book!
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