Lincoln’s Paramour reimagines one of America’s most iconic figures through a powerful lens of forbidden love, betrayal, and historical intrigue. From the sun-drenched fields of a Kentucky plantation to the blood-stained steps of Ford’s Theatre, this sweeping historical novel tells the untold story of Abraham Lincoln and Maisie Ford—a courageous and captivating enslaved girl who captured his heart as a child and remained his secret love until the day he died. Their lifelong romance unfolds against the backdrop of a nation at war with itself, intertwining with Lincoln’s turbulent rise—from prairie lawyer to president—while dark forces close in around them. Chief among them is Aron, Lincoln’s troubled and envious half-brother, whose thirst for revenge leads him into a deadly alliance with John Wilkes Booth. Blending fact with fiction, Lincoln’s Paramour delivers a riveting tale of passion, power, and sacrifice during one of the most volatile chapters in American history. Rich with drama, mystery, and unforgettable characters, this is not just a love story—it’s a bold reimagining of the man behind the myth and the woman history tried to erase. "An affecting story, thanks to the life-long devotion of the two main protagonists, Abe Lincoln and Maisie Ford. Asante does a fine job conveying the complicated balance of their relationship and the depth of their feelings for one another during a volatile time in American history where the issue of slavery divided a nation and incited war. Lincoln's Paramour is a poignant love story that puts a decidedly different spin on the well-documented life of one of America's greatest presidents." Self-Publishing Review, ★★★★