First published 1989
Daniel Morgan surveys the open pasture near Cowpens, South Carolina, knowing that British cavalry commander Banastre Tarleton approaches with superior forces. The grizzled American general must use every tactical advantage to defeat Tarleton's disciplined troops in what could become a pivotal moment for the Southern theater of the Revolutionary War. Morgan's ragtag Continental soldiers and militia face seasoned British regulars in a battle that will test both leadership and courage. Fleming brings readers into the heat of this crucial 1781 engagement, where split-second decisions determine whether the American cause survives in the South. The story captures the desperation and determination of rebels fighting for independence against a professional army that has dominated most previous encounters.
Genres: historical-fiction, war, military-fiction, american-history
Vibes: emotional, fast-paced, suspenseful
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, leadership
Setting: Cowpens, South Carolina
Period: 1781
96 pages · Paperback · Interior Department, National Park Service