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Phantom Patriot: Degrees of Spies (Secrets of the Republic Book 2)
by Douglas GosselinPublish: Jun 02, 2025 Historical FictionBook Overview
In the turbulent era of the American Revolution, where the fight for independence breeds both heroism and betrayal, one enigmatic figure lurks in the shadows: Mr. Smith. Known only as the Phantom Patriot, this elusive spy operates in a world rife with espionage, secret codes, and clandestine missions, navigating a battlefield where loyalty is fleeting, and deception is a deadly weapon. His pursuit of a hidden truth could alter the fate of history, but with British redcoats, mercenaries, and double agents lurking at every turn, survival is never guaranteed.Driven by an insatiable thirst for knowledge and a relentless devotion to the Patriot cause, Mr. Smith embarks on a perilous journey to unravel a vast conspiracy spanning the Thirteen Colonies, Europe, and the high seas. From the secret dealings of French diplomats and Spanish agents to the ruthless machinations of British spies and loyalist informants, every encounter pushes him closer to the truth—and deeper into danger. With the Founding Fathers' vision for a free America hanging in the balance, he knows that trust is a commodity in short supply.
As Mr. Smith delves deeper into this deadly spy thriller, he infiltrates the darkened alleyways of Colonial Boston, New York, and Philadelphia, where the Sons of Liberty plot rebellion under the noses of the British crown. His path leads him to the extravagant courts of Versailles, where King Louis XVI weighs his support for the American cause, and to the docks of Charleston, where smugglers and privateers wage war on British supply lines. Along the way, he encounters the Weatherbys, a cunning husband-and-wife duo skilled in intelligence gathering, counterintelligence, and codebreaking. Their knowledge of hidden messages, invisible ink, and espionage tactics makes them invaluable allies in the battle for freedom.
But no war is fought on land alone. To uncover the deepest layers of treachery, Mr. Smith joins forces with the daring privateer Pierre Gosselin, a man who knows the maritime world as intimately as he knows the shifting tides of war. From covert naval skirmishes in the Caribbean to sea battles against British warships, Gosselin’s skills in smuggling, ship-to-ship combat, and intelligence operations prove crucial in navigating the treacherous waters of revolution. As their fates intertwine, the stakes grow ever higher, and the risk of exposure could mean execution.
Phantom Patriot: Degrees of Spies is a gripping historical fiction novel that blends espionage thrillers, military strategy, political intrigue, and wartime suspense into an action-packed Revolutionary War adventure. Fans of Alexander Rose's "Washington’s Spies," Brad Meltzer’s "The First Conspiracy," and AMC’s "TURN: Washington’s Spies" will be enthralled by this high-stakes tale of covert operations, underground resistance, and the untold stories of the American Revolution.
With every step, Mr. Smith inches closer to unveiling the traitors threatening the fragile dream of a new nation. But as the noose tightens and enemies close in, will his spycraft, combat prowess, and cunning intellect be enough to uncover the ultimate deception? Or will the ghosts of his past catch up to him at the worst possible moment?
Step into a world of secret alliances, hidden agendas, and revolutionary warfare, where every move could mean liberation—or death.
