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America's Daughter Trilogy #3
America's Promise
1780. Addie looks around at the soldiers celebrating their latest victory. American independence is within reach, but her heart feels heavy with grief. With her husband gone, she must leave the army camp, and the people she has come to love, and choose a respectable path to guard the secret she now carries alone.
Seeking shelter with her aunts in Virginia, Addie tries to mold herself back into the proper and dutiful woman she was before the war, and before the love of a fierce, dark-eyed warrior, changed her forever. But when a band of rogue British soldiers arrives on the farm, will the strength she has gained from travelling with the Revolutionary army be enough to save her loved ones?
Fighting turmoil in Virginia, Addie faces an even worse trial when terrible news arrives from the front: should she stay silent and keep her family safe, or divulge her secret and save an innocent man’s life?
Seeking shelter with her aunts in Virginia, Addie tries to mold herself back into the proper and dutiful woman she was before the war, and before the love of a fierce, dark-eyed warrior, changed her forever. But when a band of rogue British soldiers arrives on the farm, will the strength she has gained from travelling with the Revolutionary army be enough to save her loved ones?
Fighting turmoil in Virginia, Addie faces an even worse trial when terrible news arrives from the front: should she stay silent and keep her family safe, or divulge her secret and save an innocent man’s life?
190 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 8, 2021
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Celeste De Blasis
15 books113 followersMillions of readers have fallen under the spell of the lush, enthralling and bestselling novels by Celeste De Blasis. Tales of adventure and romance set against the sweep of history—all are storytelling at its finest. After graduating from Pomona College, Celeste devoted her life to impeccable research and spellbinding writing. A native Californian, Celeste grew up on the historic Kemper Campbell Ranch in the Mojave Desert, where she lived until her death in 2001
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July 1, 2021
In this the third and final installment of Celeste De Blassis series, America's Daughter, we once again witness the tragedy of war. However, this war does come to an end and it's time for this fledgling nation to sprout its wings and try to fly.
Addie and he twin brother are back, and as the soldiers celebrate their shocking victory over the most powerful nation, at that time, we watch as each character tries to regain a life. There of course are many tragedies, many families split part by their allegiances, and of course many who are grateful that their loved ones are returning home. Many of the Loyalists are returning to England, while some to the Caribbean and to Canada. Abbie and Ad's half-brother, Darius, is leaving America and wondering where he will fit in. Many of those who stay realize that they will never see people they cared for again.
Meanwhile Addie pregnant by a dark-haired Scottish soldier, Ian, returns home to her aunts' home in Virginia. She loves her soldier, but fears because not only is he a soldier of the enemy but also, she is now a fallen woman. She is happily welcomed into her aunts' home and gives birth to a daughter. Will she ever see Ian again, will he ever meet his daughter she wonders?
As the time after the war, continues, there is much agitation from the soldiers. They haven't been paid, their clothes are ragged, and they are starving. These are intrepid men and women who gave so much for the freedom they so desired.
George Washington is exhausted. He and his wife, Martha, want nothing more than to return to their home in Mt Vernon, but the staunch and brave Washington will not desert the people who served him so well. So much was asked of this man, and the winning of the war and the country's future seemed to rest on his most capable shoulders. He was admired and loved by the people and Ms De Blassis gives Washington his just deserts in the book.
The book was both interesting and made one appreciate so the sacrifices made by so many so we all could be free. As we celebrate our nation's birthday, it is most imperative that we never forget the lives lost, the people who were maimed, and the utter sacrifices so many made so that we could be free.
Thank you to Bookouture, and Net Galley for a copy of not only this story, but also the two that preceded it due out July 8, 2021.
Addie and he twin brother are back, and as the soldiers celebrate their shocking victory over the most powerful nation, at that time, we watch as each character tries to regain a life. There of course are many tragedies, many families split part by their allegiances, and of course many who are grateful that their loved ones are returning home. Many of the Loyalists are returning to England, while some to the Caribbean and to Canada. Abbie and Ad's half-brother, Darius, is leaving America and wondering where he will fit in. Many of those who stay realize that they will never see people they cared for again.
Meanwhile Addie pregnant by a dark-haired Scottish soldier, Ian, returns home to her aunts' home in Virginia. She loves her soldier, but fears because not only is he a soldier of the enemy but also, she is now a fallen woman. She is happily welcomed into her aunts' home and gives birth to a daughter. Will she ever see Ian again, will he ever meet his daughter she wonders?
As the time after the war, continues, there is much agitation from the soldiers. They haven't been paid, their clothes are ragged, and they are starving. These are intrepid men and women who gave so much for the freedom they so desired.
George Washington is exhausted. He and his wife, Martha, want nothing more than to return to their home in Mt Vernon, but the staunch and brave Washington will not desert the people who served him so well. So much was asked of this man, and the winning of the war and the country's future seemed to rest on his most capable shoulders. He was admired and loved by the people and Ms De Blassis gives Washington his just deserts in the book.
The book was both interesting and made one appreciate so the sacrifices made by so many so we all could be free. As we celebrate our nation's birthday, it is most imperative that we never forget the lives lost, the people who were maimed, and the utter sacrifices so many made so that we could be free.
Thank you to Bookouture, and Net Galley for a copy of not only this story, but also the two that preceded it due out July 8, 2021.
July 8, 2021
This is the third book in the America’s Daughter trilogy. An end to the war may be in sight, and Addie travels to Virginia to stay with her aunts and share her secret. The history of the Revolutionary War, its aftermath, and the life of George Washington is well documented and woven into the story by Celeste De Blasis. The story of Addie and her brothers is thrilling and engaging. The history of the war is sometimes related through Addie’s twin, Ad, who is working directly with George Washington. This gives us a fascinating window inside the life of George and Martha Washington and their inner circle. My only slight criticism is that Addie’s family and others are very accepting of her secret, which is not quite realistic for the time period.
Overall, this story will transport you back to the American Revolutionary War, and the characters will keep you captivated and intrigued. This book is highly recommend for fans of historical wartime fiction. I received a free copy of this book via Bookouture. My opinions are my own.
Overall, this story will transport you back to the American Revolutionary War, and the characters will keep you captivated and intrigued. This book is highly recommend for fans of historical wartime fiction. I received a free copy of this book via Bookouture. My opinions are my own.
March 29, 2026
Book 3, America’s Daughter Trilogy
This was published posthumously in 2021 and is the conclusion of the trilogy.
In 1780, as the Revolutionary War drew to a close, Addie concealed a profound secret at her aunts’ Virginia plantation. Amidst the turmoil of chaos, sorrow, war news, and a moral quandary, she grappled with the choice between silence to protect her family and the truth to save an innocent life. This poignant trilogy finale analyzes love, betrayal, sacrifice and the true cost of freedom.
This was published posthumously in 2021 and is the conclusion of the trilogy.
In 1780, as the Revolutionary War drew to a close, Addie concealed a profound secret at her aunts’ Virginia plantation. Amidst the turmoil of chaos, sorrow, war news, and a moral quandary, she grappled with the choice between silence to protect her family and the truth to save an innocent life. This poignant trilogy finale analyzes love, betrayal, sacrifice and the true cost of freedom.
July 10, 2021
America's Promise concludes a previously unpublished trilogy from the late author Celeste De Blasis set during the American Revolutionary War. In this instalment, the focus is on the latter years of the war, from 1780 to its end in 1783.
To safeguard her secret and protect the reputation of her family, Addie Bradwell decides to leave the camp of the Continental Army and seek refuge with her aunts at the Castleton plantation in Virginia. She leaves behind her twin brother Ad, who has served as one of Washington's aides since the start of the war, and his fiancée, Matilda. Justin, another surviving brother, and their cousins are still serving with Henry Lee's cavalry troop.
News of the war is brought to the plantation through correspondence and the all too brief visits from family and friends. Addie still fears for the safety of her step-brother Darius, serving in the British Army, and for the Scotsman, John Traverne, and his Highlanders.
When Cornwallis surrenders at Yorktown in October 1781, Addie is in the crowd to witness the proceedings and watch the British march out. And to say a silent farewell to a man she believes she will never see again.
As the war winds down, Addie and her brothers look to a future in peacetime. They are greatly surprised and touched by Darius' generosity and sense of fair treatment that will help them rebuild their lives.
There is not much I can say about this novel that I haven't said about the previous two in the series. It is such an emotional story due to the way Celeste De Blasis writes her characters. You cannot help but be drawn into their lives, to share the sadness and heartache of loss, and the joys of family life, which continues no matter what.
I now know much more about the American Revolutionary War than I did before and have a greater understanding of the actions and natures of the historical characters portrayed. From how George Washington was depicted, it was easy to see how highly he was esteemed by those who served under him. This makes the final page of the book very poignant and a great place to end the story.
I thoroughly enjoyed this trilogy and have no trouble in recommending it to other readers. For those interested in the American Revolutionary War or those who love novels with strong female characters, this trilogy will prove satisfying on both counts.
I received a complimentary copy of this book as a participant in a blog tour.
*https://adarngoodread.blogspot.com
To safeguard her secret and protect the reputation of her family, Addie Bradwell decides to leave the camp of the Continental Army and seek refuge with her aunts at the Castleton plantation in Virginia. She leaves behind her twin brother Ad, who has served as one of Washington's aides since the start of the war, and his fiancée, Matilda. Justin, another surviving brother, and their cousins are still serving with Henry Lee's cavalry troop.
News of the war is brought to the plantation through correspondence and the all too brief visits from family and friends. Addie still fears for the safety of her step-brother Darius, serving in the British Army, and for the Scotsman, John Traverne, and his Highlanders.
When Cornwallis surrenders at Yorktown in October 1781, Addie is in the crowd to witness the proceedings and watch the British march out. And to say a silent farewell to a man she believes she will never see again.
As the war winds down, Addie and her brothers look to a future in peacetime. They are greatly surprised and touched by Darius' generosity and sense of fair treatment that will help them rebuild their lives.
There is not much I can say about this novel that I haven't said about the previous two in the series. It is such an emotional story due to the way Celeste De Blasis writes her characters. You cannot help but be drawn into their lives, to share the sadness and heartache of loss, and the joys of family life, which continues no matter what.
I now know much more about the American Revolutionary War than I did before and have a greater understanding of the actions and natures of the historical characters portrayed. From how George Washington was depicted, it was easy to see how highly he was esteemed by those who served under him. This makes the final page of the book very poignant and a great place to end the story.
I thoroughly enjoyed this trilogy and have no trouble in recommending it to other readers. For those interested in the American Revolutionary War or those who love novels with strong female characters, this trilogy will prove satisfying on both counts.
I received a complimentary copy of this book as a participant in a blog tour.
*https://adarngoodread.blogspot.com
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June 15, 2022The Smut Report team is participating in Wendy the Super Librarian's #TBRChallenge 2022. Our goal: to dust off our TBRs once a month and talk about the book we read.
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Here’s the thing–you really can’t read this as a standalone. It became very clear almost immediately that I was entering into a saga two-thirds of the way through the action. I also get the feeling that calling this series a straight, classic “romance” isn’t entirely accurate, which makes sense because it’s clearly listed as a “literary saga”, “historical literary fiction” and “US Historical Fiction”. Why did I read this? It was recommended as a sweeping romance. And I do have to say that it is romantic–there are multiple romances at play here, and it’s clear there were others that were disrupted and abruptly ended by the war. Essentially, Addie has lost her husband and somehow fallen in love with a Scottish officer who is serving with the British in the American Revolutionary War. She’s pregnant, and ends up in Virginia with her Aunts to attempt to pass off the child as her late husband’s. The book is virtually a play by play of the end of the war and just after it, which was admittedly fascinating–but it’s not romance. And that’s okay. It took me much longer than I’d like to admit to realize that her brother’s friend “Hammie” is Alexander Hamilton.
Obviously as a Smut reviewer I was kind of bummed that it literally didn’t fit any of the criteria for the purposes of this blog, or for this specific Super Wendy Challenge. Were this a high school assignment, I’d get a zero. However, may I just flag this for interested readers due to the times we’re living in!! I did get a deep feeling of comfort reading this, weirdly, because it’s very easy to say that we’ve never been through the type of political and social upheaval we’re currently going through–but we have. And so I did find it pretty gripping.
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Read our full TBR Challenge update at The Smut Report
Here’s the thing–you really can’t read this as a standalone. It became very clear almost immediately that I was entering into a saga two-thirds of the way through the action. I also get the feeling that calling this series a straight, classic “romance” isn’t entirely accurate, which makes sense because it’s clearly listed as a “literary saga”, “historical literary fiction” and “US Historical Fiction”. Why did I read this? It was recommended as a sweeping romance. And I do have to say that it is romantic–there are multiple romances at play here, and it’s clear there were others that were disrupted and abruptly ended by the war. Essentially, Addie has lost her husband and somehow fallen in love with a Scottish officer who is serving with the British in the American Revolutionary War. She’s pregnant, and ends up in Virginia with her Aunts to attempt to pass off the child as her late husband’s. The book is virtually a play by play of the end of the war and just after it, which was admittedly fascinating–but it’s not romance. And that’s okay. It took me much longer than I’d like to admit to realize that her brother’s friend “Hammie” is Alexander Hamilton.
Obviously as a Smut reviewer I was kind of bummed that it literally didn’t fit any of the criteria for the purposes of this blog, or for this specific Super Wendy Challenge. Were this a high school assignment, I’d get a zero. However, may I just flag this for interested readers due to the times we’re living in!! I did get a deep feeling of comfort reading this, weirdly, because it’s very easy to say that we’ve never been through the type of political and social upheaval we’re currently going through–but we have. And so I did find it pretty gripping.
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September 22, 2024
The Battle for American Independence Well Told
The story continues with book 3. It’s 1780 and American independence is within reach, but Addie’s heart is heavy with grief. With her husband gone, she must leave Gen. Washington’s army camp, and the people she has come to love. She returns to Castleton, guarding the secret she shares with only a few. Her aunts in Virginia are welcoming and Addie tries to forget the love she feels for a Highlander serving the British.
As with the first two in the America’s Daughter Trilogy, De Blasis’ research is impeccable and her talent for bringing America’s history to life is wonderfully displayed. She does not withhold the sadness of the times, the loss of family, the loss of life, but she shows us the patriotic spirit of the people and the genius of General Washington that led to America’s victory.
De Blasis is a superb writer and she weaves a wonderful tale, full of passion, excitement and history. The ending is tender and sweet as lovers are reunited at the birth of the new country. I loved it. I highly recommend this series.
The only thing I noticed in each of the novels, which seemed inconsistent with the era, was the lack of any reference to the faith of the Patriots. We know many of them (most?) were God-fearing Christians, including Gen. Washington and America's founders, yet, even in marriage, children or the loss of dear loved ones, there is no reference to God. That wasn’t believable to me.
America’s Daughter’s Trilogy:
America’s Daughter
America’s Wife
America’s Promise
The story continues with book 3. It’s 1780 and American independence is within reach, but Addie’s heart is heavy with grief. With her husband gone, she must leave Gen. Washington’s army camp, and the people she has come to love. She returns to Castleton, guarding the secret she shares with only a few. Her aunts in Virginia are welcoming and Addie tries to forget the love she feels for a Highlander serving the British.
As with the first two in the America’s Daughter Trilogy, De Blasis’ research is impeccable and her talent for bringing America’s history to life is wonderfully displayed. She does not withhold the sadness of the times, the loss of family, the loss of life, but she shows us the patriotic spirit of the people and the genius of General Washington that led to America’s victory.
De Blasis is a superb writer and she weaves a wonderful tale, full of passion, excitement and history. The ending is tender and sweet as lovers are reunited at the birth of the new country. I loved it. I highly recommend this series.
The only thing I noticed in each of the novels, which seemed inconsistent with the era, was the lack of any reference to the faith of the Patriots. We know many of them (most?) were God-fearing Christians, including Gen. Washington and America's founders, yet, even in marriage, children or the loss of dear loved ones, there is no reference to God. That wasn’t believable to me.
America’s Daughter’s Trilogy:
America’s Daughter
America’s Wife
America’s Promise
July 10, 2021
"America's Promise" is an absolutely perfect ending to the "America's Daughter Trilogy". I've thoroughly enjoyed the emotional ups and downs that this series has taken me through, and I'm a little bit sad that the journey is over. If you have even the slightest interest in historical fiction then you should pick up this series. If you want to feel like you've lived through the events described, stood beside the characters, laughed and cried with them, then you must not miss any of Celeste De Blasis's work.
My thanks to the author (RIP), publisher, and NetGalley. This review was written voluntarily and is entirely my own, unbiased, opinion.
My thanks to the author (RIP), publisher, and NetGalley. This review was written voluntarily and is entirely my own, unbiased, opinion.
June 8, 2021
The cover is fantastic. It captures the emotion of the novel very well. A woman waiting for the war to be over. Set in the waning days of the Revolutionary War, America’s Promise is the last book in a trilogy. I have not responded the first two books so I was a little lost. It can be read as a stand alone, but I’d recommend reading the books in Order. It’s good historical fiction about a time period I adore. It shows the emotion of war torn America and the aftermath. Thanks to Bookouture and NetGalley for the advance copy.
June 21, 2022
More Addie & Iain
I wish I can see more stories of them when finally Iain and Addie togerher and with America is finally free. I was looking for this type of plot, heroine is an American rebel and H is a British aristocrat or sort of , with Revolutionary war as a backround however the series are reversed and focusing on each of sibling's journey instead one main couple.
Overal a good story. splits into 3 books. and my fav is book #2 (main course). :)
I wish I can see more stories of them when finally Iain and Addie togerher and with America is finally free. I was looking for this type of plot, heroine is an American rebel and H is a British aristocrat or sort of , with Revolutionary war as a backround however the series are reversed and focusing on each of sibling's journey instead one main couple.
Overal a good story. splits into 3 books. and my fav is book #2 (main course). :)
July 23, 2023
I loved loved loved this book. Had a hard time getting to sleep because needed to know what would happen next. Loved reading about the Revolutionary War and the fictional characters entangled with non fictional characters such as George Washington, Alexander Hamilton, etc.
Great ending to a trilogy by Celeste DeBlasis.
Jo
Great ending to a trilogy by Celeste DeBlasis.
Jo
October 19, 2021
Wow!
I sure hated for this series to end! And I find myself asking why can't this be a six book series? Or twelve! Just pick a number more than three! Loved it! Great read!
I sure hated for this series to end! And I find myself asking why can't this be a six book series? Or twelve! Just pick a number more than three! Loved it! Great read!
September 16, 2025
Such a fantastic trilogy! it does have potential for (maybe?) more books and I would totally read them! I loved the way Addie's story progressed along with the beginnings of our nation. I highly recommend this whole triology.
September 13, 2023
The end of a wonderful trilogy, the story wraps up as the war ends. This book was way too short for my liking. Would love to have spent more time with the wonderful characters.
January 16, 2025
America's Promise
This is a very well written book. It was interesting to read of how the war for our independence went and although fiction, how Washington was admired at the time.
This is a very well written book. It was interesting to read of how the war for our independence went and although fiction, how Washington was admired at the time.
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October 26, 2025Fiction B This lagged a little and was fairly predictable but not a bad end to the series
November 25, 2025
Also loved this book. #s 2 and 3 were great. I hated to leave the characters at the end.
March 29, 2026
This was the most fast paced book of the trilogy which I thought I would appreciate, but it felt like the story ended kind of abruptly even though Ad, Addie, and Justin all got their happy endings.
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July 6, 2026
America's Promise
I enjoyed the story. It's been a slow dragged out drama, but i really enjoyed reading and glad the others left got their happily ever after.
I enjoyed the story. It's been a slow dragged out drama, but i really enjoyed reading and glad the others left got their happily ever after.
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June 20, 2024A thrilling end to the trilogy. A story of one woman and her family , their fears,their loves during the time of the Revolutionary War filled with historical accuracy wrapped around masterful fiction.
July 3, 2021
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The third in a series and be warned as my discussion below of this book will have spoilers that will spoil book one and two. This is a series where you absolutely need to start with book one as each book builds on the previous one.
In this third installment, Addie is heading to Virginia to spend time with her family as she must disguise a pregnancy that could cause some controversy if the details got out. She spends the conclusion of the war at the family home getting updates while the rest of her family continues the pursuit of freedom.
The third in a series and be warned as my discussion below of this book will have spoilers that will spoil book one and two. This is a series where you absolutely need to start with book one as each book builds on the previous one.
In this third installment, Addie is heading to Virginia to spend time with her family as she must disguise a pregnancy that could cause some controversy if the details got out. She spends the conclusion of the war at the family home getting updates while the rest of her family continues the pursuit of freedom.
July 10, 2021
A great third book in this wonderful trilogy, America’s Promise continued to give us an wonderful insight into American history. While we do see the continued outcome of the war, in the this the war has ended and the country is attempting to rebuild itself.
Addie too must face the outcome of war – having loved and lost and now holding a secret that she must guard and protect – wondering if she’ll ever see her love again.
The author’s beautiful style makes this book too an absolutely riveting read.
What came through to me from this fantastic trilogy is the fact that while the men put their lives on the line, it’s the women who must carry the burden at home and then live with often terrible loss of fathers, brothers and husbands, making choices they never thought they’d have to make. The strength and deep inner resources of these women make this trilogy a most inspiring one.
Addie too must face the outcome of war – having loved and lost and now holding a secret that she must guard and protect – wondering if she’ll ever see her love again.
The author’s beautiful style makes this book too an absolutely riveting read.
What came through to me from this fantastic trilogy is the fact that while the men put their lives on the line, it’s the women who must carry the burden at home and then live with often terrible loss of fathers, brothers and husbands, making choices they never thought they’d have to make. The strength and deep inner resources of these women make this trilogy a most inspiring one.
July 9, 2021
America’s Promise is the third and final installment to the America’s Daughter Trilogy. After absolutely loving the first two books of this trilogy, I couldn’t wait to dive into this story. I was so excited to see what would happen next and to read how the story would conclude. Addie and her twin brother are back and the soldiers fighting in the war are celebrating their victory. It’s time for Addie to leave the Army Camp, of which she called home for so long. She moves to Virginia to seek solace and lives with her aunt, after the devastating loss of her husband in the frontlines. With the Revolutionary War coming to an end, it is time for her to move on and make the most of her life. It is difficult for her to leave behind all the friendships she has established with the men fighting in the war and those around her. The soldiers return to their homeland, yet some stayed behind and continued to be loyal to America. I really enjoyed the personalization of George and Martha Washington, it made the story very enthralling and absorbing. I also enjoyed the storyline of the soldiers and the families, it brought to life the reality of what was happening during the war and the aftermath of the war, as it came to an end.
Thank you Celeste de Blasis for such a fantastic series. The historical details in wonderful series were so captivating. This series had all the feels of love, family, friendship, and family secrets. I absolutely loved this series and I highly recommend it. It was fantastic in its entirety.
Thank you Celeste de Blasis for such a fantastic series. The historical details in wonderful series were so captivating. This series had all the feels of love, family, friendship, and family secrets. I absolutely loved this series and I highly recommend it. It was fantastic in its entirety.
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