The Impeachment of Abraham Lincoln

In Stephen L. Carter's gripping novel, an alternate history unfolds where President Abraham Lincoln survives the assassination attempt in 1865 and faces impeachment two years later. The story follows 21-year-old Abigail Canner, a determined black woman with a law degree, as she navigates the complexities of Washington society while working on Lincoln's defense. As tensions escalate, Abigail finds herself entangled in a dangerous conspiracy following the murder of Lincoln's lead counsel, revealing the intricacies of power, race, and justice in post–Civil War America. This compelling courtroom drama offers a vivid exploration of presidential authority during a turbulent time in the nation's history.