logo

48 pages 1 hour read

America's First Daughter

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2016

A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.

Book Brief

logo
Stephanie Dray, Laura Kamoie

America's First Daughter

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2016
Book Details
Pages

587

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

USA • 18th Century

Publication Year

2016

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Roundup icon

Super Short Summary

Published in 2016, America’s First Daughter by Stephanie Dray and Laura Kamoie is the fictionalized biography of Martha Jefferson Randolph, known as Patsy, the eldest daughter of Thomas Jefferson. The novel explores Patsy's life, including her dedication to preserving her father's legacy, her relationships, and the challenges she faced while navigating her role in the tumultuous political landscape of early America. Sensitive topics include slavery, financial hardship, and familial conflict.

Contemplative

Emotional

Bittersweet

Romantic

Reviews & Readership

4.4

89,129 ratings

86%

Loved it

11%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Roundup icon

Review Roundup

Stephanie Dray and Laura Kamoie's America's First Daughter is praised for its historical accuracy and engaging narrative. Readers commend its rich, immersive detail, though some find it slow-paced and dense. The characterization of Patsy Jefferson is noted as compelling, yet a few critics mention uneven character development. Overall, it's a thought-provoking and educational read.

Who should read this

Who Should Read America's First Daughter?

Readers who enjoy historical fiction with strong female protagonists, intricate political landscapes, and rich American history will appreciate America's First Daughter by Stephanie Dray and Laura Kamoie. Fans of The Paris Wife by Paula McLain and The Other Boleyn Girl by Philippa Gregory will find this novel compelling and informative.

4.4

89,129 ratings

86%

Loved it

11%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

587

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

USA • 18th Century

Publication Year

2016

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Continue your reading experience

Subscribe now to unlock the rest of this Study Guide plus our full library, which features expert-written summaries and analyses of 8,000+ additional titles.