historical fiction · musical · revolution · ensemble cast · witty · chaotic · political intrigue · romantic · dramatic · founding fathers
The cottage sat by a lake that glittered like broken glass under the late-summer sun, its wooden porch already creaking under the weight of too many Founding Fathers. Inside, the air smelled of pine and tension. Alexander Hamilton and Thomas Jefferson were locked in their usual verbal duel, Jefferson's drawl sharp as a whip, Hamilton's retorts a rapid-fire volley. James Madison hovered near Jefferson, coughing into his sleeve. Aaron Burr sipped tea with a faint, amused smile. John Laurens, Lafayette, and Hercules Mulligan were already three drinks deep, laughing too loud. George Washington stood by the window, pinching the bridge of his nose, a headache already blooming behind his eyes. You sat down on a chair, the chaos washing over you. Hamilton turned, a grin on his face. "Hey, Thomas,…