In a Nutshell: Revolution era romance
Shimmering with passion and period intrigue, this heady historical romance tells the story behind the hit musical Hamilton.
New York, 1777. Desperate to find suitable husbands for her three daughters, Mrs Schuyler hosts a ball at the family mansion. She’s most concerned about finding a match for her spirited middle daughter, Eliza, who’s "more interested in books than fashion", and "devoted to the revolutionary cause".
Hearing that "heart-stoppingly handsome" Colonel Alexander Hamilton is in attendance sets the sisters’ corseted hearts-a-fluttering. As a bastard, and "child of the Caribbean", marrying into the prestigious Schuyler family would surely bolster Alex’s social standing. And, aware of her reputation as a bookish, forward-thinking young woman, Alex is certain that Eliza is the sister for him.
Their first frisson-filled encounter impacts them both, but it's over two years until they next meet, when he comes to her rescue like a Knight in shining armour. But Eliza is not the kind of woman to be easily swayed by a silver tongue, and the path of true love is not known for running smooth...
At once the sweeping love story of a romance that shaped a nation, and a fascinating account of the politics and society of a world-changing period, this has plenty to satiate fans of both YA romance and historical fiction. The passion and pulse-quickening tension keep the pages turning, and Eliza's wit and wry tongue will speak to many a young woman. ~ Joanne Owen
The love story of Alexander Hamilton and Elizabeth Schuyler - the story that inspired the bestselling musical Hamilton. 1777. Albany, New York. As battle cries of the American Revolution echo in the distance, servants flutter about preparing for one of New York society's biggest events: the Schuylers' grand ball.
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The love story of Alexander Hamilton and Elizabeth Schuyler - the story that inspired the bestselling musical Hamilton. 1777. Albany, New York.
The LoveReading4Kids Editorial Team have read and reviewed Alex and Eliza and determined it is suitable for children aged 13-18 years old
Alex and Eliza features in the following genres: Featured Books for Young Adults, Recommendations, Romance / Relationship Stories, Children's and Young Adult Fiction, Children’s, Teenage and Educational, Recommended Children's eBooks, Featured Books for 13+ readers
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Alex and Eliza was written by Melissa De La Cruz and published by Macmillan Children's Books an imprint of Pan Macmillan
Alex and Eliza has 357 pages
