Calico Captive

In Calico Captive, set in 1754, the peaceful morning in Charlestown, New Hampshire, is violently disrupted by an Indian raid, thrusting young Miriam Willard into a world of captivity amidst the turmoil of the French and Indian War. As she endures a treacherous journey north, she faces the grim prospect of slavery, only to find herself unexpectedly welcomed into the luxurious life of the influential Du Quesne family in Montreal. This gripping tale, inspired by a historical narrative diary, explores themes of survival and choice against a backdrop of significant historical events.