Tales from Freedom Tavern

In 1780, the Cooper family is in the midst of the fight for American Independence. How does a family keep safe when their neighbors are joining Patrick Ferguson's Tory army? On top of that, the British are encouraging the Cherokee to raid the settlement. 

Thank goodness the Overmountain Men are on the way to stand their ground against Patrick Ferguson. 

The end of the Revolutionary War brings changes to Morgan District and the Cooper family. The country, the district, and each member of the family must use talent, strength, and courage to find paths to the future. 

How will the changes in the town of Morgan District impact the loves, lives, and careers of the Coopers? 

 Everything changed for Joe Cooper when the War for Independence ended, and Morgan Town blossomed. If 13-year-old Joe meant to keep his feet under him, he'd have to find a new path for himself, 

That path led to the darkness of Snakeroot Cove—a place not far away, but a new world to Joe. 

He was soon tangled up in the secrets of those living in the cove and haunted by the evil that lurked in the shadows. Could he wrangle with their ghosts and clear a path to freedom for himself and the others, as well? 

Virginia Rose is troubled by her father's recurring illness, but even more bothered by her family's insistence that she choose a husband. For a time, she satisfies everyone that she can't choose until her father is better. But things are upset again when an old friend returns, claiming Ginny promised to marry him long ago.

    Ginny's life intersects with the events around her, including visits from Bishop Francis Asbury, John Sevier, and Andrew Jackson. Will they help her decision or complicate it more?

Young Joseph Cooper helps defend his family's tavern and farm against the Tories in Burke County, NC. His story is told against the backdrop of the gathering of the Overmountain Men as they head toward the Battle of King's Mountain, and the turning point of the American Revolution. 

That battle isn't the end of Joe's adventures. He has an encounter with the notorious Tory, David Fanning, yet to come. 

How did Joe and Ginny celebrate Christmas in the 1700s? This novelette will tell you all about the decorations, food, and customs, while Joe and Ginny spend an evening in a snowy forest helping their friend Oat Fogel. 

You'll discover how Burke pioneers celebrated the holidays and also learn about Burke County Christmas customs in more recent years.