Dear John

When financial aid adminstrator Susanna Smith goes to Massachusetts to settle her aunt's estate, she never suspects that her well ordered life will take an unusual turn. Susanna and her faithful companion, Quincy, embark on journey into the past that not only reveals the life of an ancestor-a famous historic figure-whose circumstances parallel her own, but also results in an important discovery about her own life. With the pre-American Revolution as the backdrop, and a cast of old and new friends, the excursion develops into an adventure with historic drama and a dash of unexpected danger. "Dear John" has all the elements of an engaging tale: a heroine, a cast of characters, an appealing animal, struggle, danger, friendship, humor, and romance. From "tweens" to adults, the story will appeal to anyone who likes romance, who has a beloved companion pet, or who is interested in the events that formed our nation.