Liar, Temptress, Soldier, Spy by Karen Abbott reveals the never-before-told story of four real-life women who risked everything to take on a life of espionage during the Civil War. The author stopped by our offices to share more about the four women and the background behind her book.
It's also gotten some great reviews:
“Gripping… a remarkable story of passion, strength, and resilience.”
— Publishers Weekly (Starred Review)
“Karen Abbott’s powerful narrative is first rate American history about a fascinating, little-known chapter of the Civil War, as well as a compulsive, thrilling saga of espionage. Brilliant storytelling, highly accessible, and impossible to put down.”
— Gilbert King, Pulitzer Prize-winning author of Devil in the Grove
“With this book, Karen Abbott declares herself the John le Carré of Civil War espionage–with the added benefit that the saga she tells is all true and beautifully researched.”
— Erik Larson, bestselling author of Devil in the White City
Check it out on Edelweiss now!
-Amanda