Native Son

By J.M. Hochstetler

Book Overview

Book 2 of the acclaimed series celebrating 250 years of American independence.

Brigadier General Jonathan Carleton has pledged his allegiance to the cause of liberty, his service to General George Washington, and his heart to fiery Elizabeth Howard. But when Washington takes command of the American forces, he orders Carleton to undertake a perilous journey deep into Indian country and persuades Elizabeth to continue her work as a spy.

Captured and enslaved by the Seneca, Carleton is stripped of everything but his faith in God. At last rescued by the Shawnee, he is taken into deep Ohio Territory and adopted as the warrior White Eagle. When he rises to become war chief, he is drawn unwillingly into a bitter war against the white settlers who threaten to overrun the Shawnee's ancestral lands.

Meanwhile, as General William Howe gathers his forces to attack the outmatched Continental Army in New York City, Elizabeth despairs of ever learning Carleton's fate. But as the western frontier explodes into flame, the name of White Eagle begins to spread beyond the borders of Ohio Territory.

"J. M. Hochstetler is able to bring history to life with her exceptional prose and attention to detail. If you want a Last of the Mohicans-type adventure with a hearty dose of romance and realism, buy these books My only regret is that she doesn't write fast enough and there aren't enough books like hers Wonderful, inspiring, educational reading " -Laura Frantz, author of The Colonel's Lady

"Native Son picks up where Daughter of Liberty left off and doesn't let go of the reader even beyond the last word on the last page. Ms. Hochstetler has crafted a story full of intrigue, romance, and heart-racing action, all woven around the most accurately portrayed historical events and settings this reader has ever seen. Her characters-main and secondary-come alive on the page and stay with the reader long after the book is over. The spiritual conflict is both touching and challenging. Hochstetler is a skilled author whose style engages and allows the reader to get lost in 1775 . . . I can't wait to read the next installment." -Kaye Dacus, author of The Ransome Trilogy

"Hochstetler introduced me to a fascinating aspect of the revolution here and I'd say more except I don't want to give away too much of the first book. I highly recommend you read the series in order. I loved the glimpse into the lives of George Washington as he built his guerrilla forces into a fighting army, and the names and actions of the factual British generals, intermixed with the fictionalized daring of our heroes. Fiction like this is a great, fun way to teach history." -Mary Connealy, author of Out of Control

"It is a heartbreaking, thrilling, and gut-wrenching journey on these pages filled with rich historical detail that will be visualized with clarity in readers' minds. I am so anxious to pick up Book Three in this series, as my own heart wants resolution for this couple. A definite "Must-Read" for lovers of American History-as well as for lovers."
-Elaine Marie Cooper, author of The Promise of Dear Run

"Heartbreaking and brutal at times, Carleton's journey in particular resonated with me. His battle to retain faith in the midst of personal, political, physical, and total upheaval left an impression as few other stories have-challenging my own conventions, foundations, and moral bedrock. As the first in the series, Daughter of Liberty, was, this is a wealth of research and regional history. From the southwestern New York border where much of the book was set, I recognized and appreciated the veracity and intimacy of her details in native custom, flora, fauna, and people. Almost Michener-esque in scope, this is a historical fiction piece worthy of note." -Kathleen L. Maher, author of Bachelor Buttons, A Civil War Romance

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1936438097
• ISBN13: 9781936438099
• Release Date: May 2012
• Publisher: Sheaf House Publishers
• Length: 368 Pages
• Weight: 1.33 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"

Customer Reviews

Beware--You'll get taken back in time!

Native Son, the second book of The American Patriot Series, continues the saga of Brigadier General Jonathan Carleton and the woman who has stolen his heart, Elizabeth Howard. Each have pledged their allegiance to General George Washington. Elizabeth's spy mission sends her gathering information among the Loyalists while Jonathan's orders send him deep into Indian Territory. When Elizabeth learns Jonathan has been captured by the Indians, she tries desperately to gain information about the man she loves. Unable to learn of Jonathan's fate, she is forced to continue life with the uncertainty of whether or not he is alive. Jonathan's life changes drastically when he becomes a slave to the tribe who captured him. He must endure decisions that put him in battle against the people to whom he has pledged his allegiance. Native Son is an excellent portrayal of both sides of the Revolutionary War. Mrs. Hochstetler's riveting historical tale goes a step further and takes the reader to another side-the suffering of the Native Americans during this chapter of our nation's history.

Wow! Hochstetler did it again!

Five stars for J.M. Hochstetler for crafting another riveting story wrapped around our nation's history in a page-turner that both entertains and educates. The characters of Elizabeth and Jonathan are so deeply embedded in my heart and soul now, such that I dreaded reading the last page knowing how long I must wait for the next book in this series! I'm amazed at the attention to detail and setting that literally filled my senses with the sights, smells, and feel of this heartbreaking era of our history. These, along with actual historical figures whose stories are perfectly woven into this fictional account, make this one of those rare books that stays with you long after you finish reading it. Years ago as a young girl, I read Harold Keith's Rifles for Watie, a historical novel that first taught me about the Civil War from a human perspective. Forty years later, I've never forgotten that book and that story, and I credit it with my life-long passion for history. In the same way, I believe this American Patriot Series by J.M. Hochstetler (Daughter of Liberty and now Native Son) would be excellent teaching tools, making this part of our history come alive for students of all ages. Outstanding! My only complaint is the pending wait for Book 3!

Engaging and Action-Packed

J.M. Hochstetler strikes again! _Native Son_ picks up where _Daughter of Liberty_ left off and doesn't let go of the reader even beyond the last word on the last page. Ms. Hochstetler has crafted a story full of intrigue, romance, and heart-racing action, all woven around the most accurately portrayed historical events and settings this reader has ever seen. Her characters - main and secondary - come alive on the page and stay with the reader long after the book is over. The spiritual conflict is both touching and challenging. J.M. Hochstetler is a skilled author whose style engages and allows the reader to get lost in 1775... and makes me want to beg for more! I can't wait to read the next installment.

Fantabulous Native Son

I have just finished Native Son and I think it may be even better than J.M.'s first book in the series, Daughter of Liberty. The story is just wonderful and I couldn't put it down. The story, coupled with accurate history, just can't be beat. But please, please, read Daughter of Liberty first to get the full impact of the story. I can't wait for the next book...

Great read!

Loved it! What a terrific mix of history and storytelling! Real events in our nation's history come to life as you follow the wonderful storyline and fall in love with the characters. Native Son contains every bit the action and intrigue you loved in the first one, with the romance between the hero and heroine deepening, then undergoing a test as their paths take them separate directions for a while. I can't wait for the next book in the series.