Jack Casey draws upon his political family background and extensive legal career to explore the dynamics of power and ambition with keen insight. His long tenure within New York State politics has given him a unique vantage point on the rise and fall of political figures, which he now channels into his writing. Casey's literary education and deep understanding of political maneuvering merge, allowing him to craft compelling narratives of historical rivalries. His work is defined by this blend of insider perspective and a passion for potent storytelling.
Kateri Tekakwitha, first Native American saint, was born in 17th Century New France, then orphaned and handicapped by smallpox. Her embrace of Christianity and extraordinary purity of faith inspire a troubled priest.
"Honor did not require Hamilton to accept Burr's challenge to his fatal duel. He'd come close to dueling seven times before--twice with Aaron Burr--but always talked his way out. So why, with his political future never more promising, a new home just built and a loving family of eight to support would Alexander Hamilton choose to face Burr's pistol at ten paces? For 21years historians theorized that Hamilton accepted Burr's challenge to preserve his honor. Jack Casey believes his motive ran far deeper, and wrote Hamilton's Choice to prove it"--Back cover