Locations
There are multiple locations explored throughout the pages of this novel. Let's take a look at a few of them!
Pat Jack's Tavern
Based on the real-life shop and home of the Jack family in Charlotte during the years of the American Revolution.
Historic Salisbury
One of James' first stops along his journey, the town of Salisbury, North Carolina stood as one of the most influential in the colonial backcountry.
Bloomsbury, North Carolina
Before the city of Raleigh had been built, the town of Bloomsbury stood as the county seat in Wake County. This is one of several North Carolina locations highlighted during the novel.
Tryon Palace, New Bern, NC
Both before, during, and after the American Revolution, "Tryon Palace" stood as the home of the colonial, and then later, state governor. Tryon Palace was based out of New Bern - North Carolina's colonial, and first state capital.
Shenandoah Valley, Virginia
As vast and expansive today as it was back in the 1770s, the Shenandoah Valley is a part of the untamed wilderness waiting for our hero, James Jack.
Susquehanna River, Pennsylvania
Another natural barrier for James to overcome, the mighty Susquehanna River stands between him and his destination in Philadelphia.
Pennsylvania State House
(Independence Hall)
Beneath the boom of the Liberty Bell, delegates from across the thirteen colonies met in this State House - later known as "Independence Hall", to pen America's future. James Jack journeys across the frontier to reach the men meeting in this hallowed hall.
