Patsy Jefferson: A Novel of Father and Daughter

Delve into the captivating tale of Martha "Patsy" Jefferson Randolph, the eldest daughter of Thomas Jefferson, in a richly researched novel by bestselling authors Stephanie Dray and Laura Kamoie. Drawing from thousands of letters and authentic sources, this book uncovers the untold story of how Patsy safeguarded the secrets of her enigmatic father, shaping a lasting American legacy for future generations.

Since her earliest days, Patsy Jefferson understood that her father's love for his family, though strong, was surpassed by his dedication to his nation. Being Thomas Jefferson's eldest daughter, she became his trusted companion and supporter after her mother's passing. Patsy accompanied him as he served as the American minister to France, solidifying their bond as father and daughter.

In the midst of the vibrant Parisian courtroom during the early days of revolution, fifteen-year-old Patsy uncovers her father's controversial relationship with Sally Hemings, a slave girl her own age. Meanwhile, Patsy finds herself drawn to her father's protege, William Quick, an ardent abolitionist and skilled diplomat. Caught between love, societal norms, and family bonds, Patsy grapples with the decision of whether she can pursue a future as William's wife while remaining a loyal daughter.

Her selection will observe her within the years to return, to Virginia farmland, Monticello, and even the White Home. And as scandal, tragedy, and poverty threaten her household, Patsy should resolve how a lot she’s going to sacrifice to guard her father’s repute, within the course of defining not simply his political legacy, however that of the nation he based.