Introduction

COMPELLING HISTORICAL FICTION-

In the first of what will be a two-volume set, The Freedom Star immerses readers in the lives, dreams, and sufferings of two families, one owned by the other, at the outset of America’s Civil War. Isaac yearns for the freedom that Henry, his boyhood friend and owner’s son, takes for granted. Although they share similar dreams, Isaac’s days are filled with hardships, while Henry enjoys life as a West Point cadet, oblivious to his friend’s suffering. When war comes, Henry signs on to fight for the Confederacy. Soon after, his father takes ill and his older brother seizes control of the family farm. Without warning, the slaves find themselves under the whip, Isaac’s father is sold south, and the atmosphere in the slave quarters turns as oppressive as the August sun on a dusty tobacco field.

The Freedom Star unfolds against the backdrop of the Civil War, bringing added tension to this gripping family drama. One reader said, “... as captivating as accounts of battles and leaders might be, it is easy to lose sight of the intensely personal issues of this great conflict. Freedom Star brings the reader up close to two characters who frame the issues of the Civil War in a way that no battle portrayals can.”

If you enjoy strong, character-driven fiction rich in historical detail, then this powerful and evocative family saga might be the book for you!

WHAT ARE READERS SAYING?

“Riveting and real - Just two words to describe this wonderful book.”

“... one of the best books I've read in a very long time, and I read a lot of books.”

"The Freedom Star. . . tells a fascinating story of Isaac's quest for liberty, but it also gives a surprisingly good look at how the issue of slavery was perceived by different people at the time of the Civil War and of how it affected relationships.”

“A Wonderful Story - Transporting me back in time, I was pulled into the lives of the slaves and the slave owners. Mr. Andrews created characters that soon either won my heart or made my blood boil.”

“Fantastic - ...impossible to put down, which resulted in me staying up way too late for too many nights. It has been quite sometime since I have become this involved in a book. A MUST read!”

“Fascinating Novel - The author did a wonderful job creating believable, three-dimensional characters and portraying realistic scenarios and interactions between them.”

“Hard to put it down - I enjoy historical books. I am happy to say that it was a book I had a hard time putting down. I recommend it.”

“Great story with characters that will be hard to forget -A very well-written story that will stay with you well after the last pages are read.”

“Strongly recommended! - The characters are so real I miss them now that I have finished reading the book.”

“...an amazing story told through so many perspectives. It was so visceral at times that I had to stop and catch my breath and even shed a few tears.”

“Jeff Andrews paints a vivid picture of the civil war slave life. His character development is superb. By the end of the story, you feel like you know each of the characters intimately. It's a must read reminder of what this Country went through and why we still struggle today with many decisions we face a Nation.”

The sequel to The Freedom Star will be available early in 2014.

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