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Savage War
Savage War is the next spectacular episode in Jason Born’s lively series, The Long Fuse, which places the fate of empire into the flawed hearts of men. Familiar characters course with refreshed life. The collision of cultures in the American wilderness is grand in scope, but reserved in matters of the soul.
1754 A.D. War has erupted. Ephraim, who has renounced the pacifist teachings of his Quaker upbringing, is scrambling to supply the army after the defeat at Fort Necessity. The young widower is dedicated to an equally youthful George Washington, who soon sends him as a delegate to the Albany Congress. There, Ephraim will join with world-famous men to encourage the bickering colonies to unite and defend against the French. Should their efforts fail, London will be forced to dispatch a commander-in-chief of their own. Through grit, this general will forcibly yoke the thirteen colonies and take the largest army ever gathered on American soil into the wilds. Will he heed his provincial advisors and fight a different type of war? Or, will he march to battle in the European way? Regardless of his choice, Providence has decreed that men and women will be swallowed by an epic conflict.
Lives collide with one another and history, proving that individuals affect the fate of nations. Savage War snaps to life amidst a contest of body and will. It ends in a bubbling cauldron of strife along the banks of the Monongahela. Savage War is a brilliant yarn that gives breathtaking life to the birth pangs of a nation.
1754 A.D. War has erupted. Ephraim, who has renounced the pacifist teachings of his Quaker upbringing, is scrambling to supply the army after the defeat at Fort Necessity. The young widower is dedicated to an equally youthful George Washington, who soon sends him as a delegate to the Albany Congress. There, Ephraim will join with world-famous men to encourage the bickering colonies to unite and defend against the French. Should their efforts fail, London will be forced to dispatch a commander-in-chief of their own. Through grit, this general will forcibly yoke the thirteen colonies and take the largest army ever gathered on American soil into the wilds. Will he heed his provincial advisors and fight a different type of war? Or, will he march to battle in the European way? Regardless of his choice, Providence has decreed that men and women will be swallowed by an epic conflict.
Lives collide with one another and history, proving that individuals affect the fate of nations. Savage War snaps to life amidst a contest of body and will. It ends in a bubbling cauldron of strife along the banks of the Monongahela. Savage War is a brilliant yarn that gives breathtaking life to the birth pangs of a nation.
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Published August 1, 2021
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Jason Born
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Jason Born is a popular historical novelist of many series as well as stand-alone titles. His latest work, On Love & War, is an epic tale of devotion and pain in Napoleonic Europe. The Long Fuse is an ongoing series that thrillingly captures the violent period of America’s rise from ragtag colonies to independence. He is the author three other gritty series of works spanning time and place. Lions & Devils vividly describes the heroes and villains of the monstrous Islamic assault of Western Europe during the Eighth Century. The Norseman Chronicles center on the faithful Viking, Halldorr, who desired peace, but found only war in the Old and New Worlds. The Wald Chronicles describe the rugged conflict and improbable outcome in Germania during the wars between Rome and her tribal adversaries over 2,000 years ago. League of the Lost Fountain is his first work for kids of all ages. Jason lives in the Midwest with his wife and three children.
Jason Born is a popular historical novelist of many series as well as stand-alone titles. His latest work, On Love & War, is an epic tale of devotion and pain in Napoleonic Europe. The Long Fuse is an ongoing series that thrillingly captures the violent period of America’s rise from ragtag colonies to independence. He is the author three other gritty series of works spanning time and place. Lions & Devils vividly describes the heroes and villains of the monstrous Islamic assault of Western Europe during the Eighth Century. The Norseman Chronicles center on the faithful Viking, Halldorr, who desired peace, but found only war in the Old and New Worlds. The Wald Chronicles describe the rugged conflict and improbable outcome in Germania during the wars between Rome and her tribal adversaries over 2,000 years ago. League of the Lost Fountain is his first work for kids of all ages. Jason lives in the Midwest with his wife and three children.
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February 22, 2018
I enjoyed reading the historical novel and can't wait for the next one to come out. It was great to have the author fill in the detail of Bradock's defeat and the making of Washington. History books generally summarize in one paragraph how Bradock totally misunderstood how to fight the French and Indians, ignored and belittled the wisdom of Wasington and Wasington relied on providence to keep him alive. Thanks to author Born in giving us accurate information using a very interesting character and giving us historical notes for the few nonessential changeshe made to make a more interesting story. In a way it helps me relate to my many Quaker ancestors that lived through those times. One Quaker ancestor who refused to take sides during the Revolutionary War took care of soldiers on both sides during a scarlet fever outbreak in North Carolina. To me he became a causality of the war when he caught and died from scarlet fever as a result. A few years ago I visited the Friend's meeting house and burying ground where he is buried. Jay Wilson
January 2, 2018
Excited that this was my first book of the year! Another great one. I adore Ephraim; even his rough edges. It was fun getting to know Washington through him. It was a humorous yet eye-opening read. I always feel like I get a chance to talk with these historical people when I read Jason's books, and some of them fall short....others are greater than I ever expected. And...as always, it's most surprising to read the historical notes and find what is true and what is manufactured for interesting story-telling. It never ceases to amaze me that the craziest things are true to history! The author does a seamless job of entertaining me while also teaching about a specific/person/event/time in history....and the mix of truth and fiction are superb. It's a page-turner of a story without losing the real historical moments, and the author seems to find some really interesting tid-bits! If you ever thought history was boring, pick up one of Born's books....you won't be disappointed!
February 13, 2019
This book is two in the series. Good character development in a historical period that is often overlooked, the French and Indian war. While the story takes some liberties the author explains them and provides the historical events as well. Great storyline that presents several views of the activities. Action packed and fast moving
March 8, 2018
I eagerly anticipate the next book in this series. I enjoy Mr Born's writing
Im not a critic but i love reading novels like this and Jason brings historical figures to life in an amazingly talented way.
Im not a critic but i love reading novels like this and Jason brings historical figures to life in an amazingly talented way.
May 28, 2019
American History, the little known war.
An accurate account of the struggles in the colonies leading up to the Revolutionary War. My early family participated in the struggle against the Indians in Pennsylvania.
An accurate account of the struggles in the colonies leading up to the Revolutionary War. My early family participated in the struggle against the Indians in Pennsylvania.
May 22, 2018
Wow
I have learned a lot about American I never knew and in a book that is fast paced, exciting and very memorable.
I have learned a lot about American I never knew and in a book that is fast paced, exciting and very memorable.
July 7, 2019
Entertaining and informative
The pace of the storyline keeps you interested and involved. The tale is woven into historical events in a way that keeps you turning the page.
The pace of the storyline keeps you interested and involved. The tale is woven into historical events in a way that keeps you turning the page.
March 17, 2020
Exciting
Fast passed adventure that beckons one to delve deeper into studying early American history. The ending leaves you hanging to force you to read the next episode.
Fast passed adventure that beckons one to delve deeper into studying early American history. The ending leaves you hanging to force you to read the next episode.
December 2, 2019
I enjoyed reading this book. Looking forward to continuing the series.
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