The grittiness of life in revolutionary America comes alive in this epic tale of mystery, suspense, and romance. The superb character development, the well-researched history, and the dramatic and stunning climax make this novel “absolutely brilliant from start to finish.” (The Coffee Pot Book Club)

Tidewater Virginia, 1781

She has everything at stake . . . Ravaged by the evils of war, Clarice Wade struggles to heal and rebuild her life in an emerging nation. Her husband Andrew, maimed in battle in both body and soul, fails to support her efforts to save his ancestral estate, Farview. Unable to cope with his demons, he finds comfort at the bottom of a bottle. The couple’s future seems bleak until they hire Andrew's wartime friend and former soldier, Niall McLane, to help manage their failing tobacco plantation. With a hopefulness not felt in years, Clarice forms a bond with Niall that could change everything for the better.

He has nothing left to lose . . . Niall McLane might think he has endured the worst that could happen to any man, but as the war for independence draws to a close, he finds his troubles have only just begun. A survivor of wilderness warfare in Kentucky, Niall hopes to leave his past behind, but his reputation as a merciless soldier haunts him at every turn. When a gruesome murder occurs at Farview, bearing all the hallmarks of Niall’s formidable skills, the local sheriff and townspeople deem him the prime suspect. Only Clarice and Andrew Wade stand by him. But the murders continue, each more grotesque than the last, leaving him no choice but to hunt down a killer whose next victim might be the woman Niall loves.

From the mysterious forests of Kentucky to a war-torn Virginia plantation, A Devil of a Time weaves a tale of courage, betrayal, and forbidden love, of a driven man grappling with a demon from his past, and the remarkable woman destined to change all their lives forever.

MATURE CONTENT: This novel borders on American Gothic, with dark themes, a strong romantic element, and integral violence that some readers might find disturbing. Reader discretion is advised.

PLEASE NOTE: A Devil of a Time was originally published under a different book cover image. The text remains the same.

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"A devilishly good novel." --The Kindle Book Review

"Brilliant storytelling and believable characters. This is adventure at the finest level." --GoodbooksToday.com

"The settings alone are enough reason to read the book, but it is the fantastic plot and interplay between the three characters that really bring this novel up to the gold standard. One hell of a fulfilling read." --E-book Planet

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2021 Grand Master Adventure Writer's Top-10 Finalist Award

B.R.A.G Medallion Honoree

The Coffee Pot Book Club--Five-Star Recommendation

Readers' Favorite--Five Stars Award