Complex, passionate, brilliant, flawed―Alexander Hamilton comes alive in this exciting biography. He was born out of wedlock on a small island in the West Indies and orphaned as a teenager. From those inauspicious circumstances, he rose to a position of power and influence in colonial America. Discover this founding father's incredible true story: his brilliant scholarship and military career; his groundbreaking and enduring policy, which shapes American government today; his salacious and scandalous personal life; his heartrending end. Richly informed by Hamilton's own writing, with archival artwork and new illustrations, this is an in-depth biography of an extraordinary man. Gr 7 Up—Brockenbrough engagingly re-creates the complex character and eventful life of Alexander Hamilton in her nuanced biography. The author explores this eloquent, passionate, and principled founding father, from his illegitimate birth on the Caribbean island of Nevis to his fatal duel with Aaron Burr. The chronological narrative relies on thorough research to present details of Hamilton as an orphan, student, Revolutionary War hero, writer, doting husband and father, womanizer, politician, and public servant. Delving into his relationships with George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Burr, John Adams, James Madison, the Schuyler sisters, and Maria Reynolds, the author tempers what would otherwise be a glowing tribute by investigating Hamilton's all-consuming ambition, love of women, and obsessive devotion to being a man of honor. Readers not well versed in American history will appreciate the clear, approachable syntax and storytelling that compellingly presents complicated events and ideas. Judicious use of primary and secondary sources ensures historical accuracy as the title provides insight into Hamilton's thoughts and offers a welcome scattering of humorous anecdotes. The prose strengthens as the well-paced work progresses; Brockenbrough hits her stride with a suspenseful description of the Battle of Yorktown. VERDICT A highly enjoyable, well-researched biography of Alexander Hamilton that both applauds his significant accomplishments and highlights his flaws. Consider for sophisticated readers.—Kate Reid, The Allen-Stevenson School, New York Praise for Alexander Hamilton, Revolutionary: "A highly enjoyable, well-researched biography of Alexander Hamilton that both applauds his significant accomplishments and highlights his flaws." ― School Library Journal , starred review "Brockenbrough’s ambitious and impressively researched project gives equal weight to Alexander Hamilton’s personal and professional lives and to the history of the founding and early years of the United States." ― Publishers Weekly "The musical Hamilton has unleashed a crop of young Hamiltonians on the world, but where are they to go if they’re looking for some biographical expansion without tackling Ron Chernow’s adult work? Brockenbrough . . . comes to the rescue with this lively and affectionate treatment of the subject." ― The Bulletin "Hamilton’s life is an inspiration, a fact that Brockenbrough captures nicely in a well-written biography . . . Expect wide reader interest." ― Booklist " Brockenbrough takes the reader on a chronological journey through his life using biographical research to present a well-rounded account that explores his strengths and flaws. Interested readers will find this depth satisfying" ― VOYA Praise for The Game of Love and Death: "Haunting and masterfully orchestrated." ― Kirkus Reviews , starred review "Inventive and affecting." ― Publishers Weekly , starred review "Breathtaking prose." ― Booklist , starred review Praise for Divine Intervention : "Frequently hysterical . . . devastatingly honest writing that surprises with its occasional beauty and hits home with the keenness of its insight." ― Kirkus Reviews , starred review Martha Brockenbrough draws on her diverse experience in journalism, research, nonfiction, and literary teen fiction to bring Alexander Hamilton to life in Alexander Hamilton, Revolutionary . A powerful storyteller and narrative voice, Brockenbrough is also the author of the critically acclaimed YA novels The Game of Love and Death and Devine Intervention . She enjoys reading Hamilton's original correspondence, playing board games, and spending time with her family. She lives in Seattle, Washington. Alexander Hamilton, Revolutionary By Martha Brockenbrough Feiwel and Friends Copyright © 2017 Martha Brockenbrough All rights reserved. ISBN: 978-1-250-12319-0 Contents Title Page, Copyright Notice, Dedication, Foreword, CHAPTER ONE: 'The subject of the most humiliating criticism', CHAPTER TWO: A Son of Liberty, CHAPTER THREE: 'It's a collegian!', CHAPTER FOUR: Love, War, and Glory's Price, CHAPTER FIVE: 'All for love', CHAPTER SIX: 'I must tell you, Sir, you treat me with disrespect', CHAPTER SEVEN: 'Rocking the cradle and … fleecing my neighbou