Red Town White Town: The Indian Land Wars
About
David Kilbernie, a young Scots noble, immigrates to the Carolinas just in time for the Tuscarora War in 1712. But before he goes off to fight he comes under the tutelage of the indomitable schoolmistress Pauline Bray, a native born greens woman and English teacher, employed by the Anglican Church.
The story here is based on actual events - the near destruction of both the North and South Carolina provinces from 1711 to 1717. The Tuscarora Wars and the Yamasee / Creek revolt.
Advance Praise for Red Town White Town
"It's a page turner."
"Sharp edged romance... fits somewhere between Cornwell and Austin."
Praise for this book
Before reading this book, I knew nothing about the Tuscarora and Yamasee wars. The author does an excellent job of bringing these historical conflicts to life, but be prepared for some vivid and graphic descriptions of bloody battles. These depictions are intense and may be unsettling for some readers, but they are necessary to convey the brutality and significance of these wars.
Overall, this book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in early American history. It sheds light on a lesser-known chapter of our past and does so in a way that is both informative and compelling. The combination of historical accuracy and narrative storytelling makes it a standout read.