First published 2005
It's 1760, and the British throne has a new occupant: the young, inexperienced George III. As the king navigates the political minefield of 18th-century England, he must confront a looming crisis—the American colonies' fight for independence. Sheinkin's gripping narrative captures the high stakes as George struggles to assert his authority, balance competing interests, and prevent the loss of the Crown's prized possessions. Amidst the turmoil, the king faces personal challenges that threaten to undermine his rule. Can this reluctant monarch rise to the occasion and steer his kingdom through the gathering storm?
Genres: biography, historical-fiction, political-science, american-history
Vibes: suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: historical-figures, political-intrigue
Setting: United States
Period: Revolution, 1775-1783
208 pages · Hardcover · Flash Point