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In The First Conspiracy, Brad Meltzer and Josh Mensch tell the thrilling and little-known true story of how a vengeful Loyalist governor plotted to assassinate the leader of the rebellious Continental army, George Washington.

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• Key players from history
• Detailed descriptions of real historical events
• Editorial review
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About the Original Book:

The First Conspiracy, written by a master of political thrillers, shines a light on the bizarre plot to kill George Washington in the days leading up to the Revolutionary War and how it came to be discovered. This captivating story, filled with intrigue, betrayal, greed, and envy and involving a wide range of characters, brings forth the many challenges faced by Washington in leading a ragtag army against the mighty British forces. As if a raging smallpox epidemic, a lack of resources, and widespread indiscipline were not demoralizing enough, the Patriots also had to overcome the maneuvers of a scheming villain, safely ensconced offshore and determined to take down the Commander-in-Chief at any cost.

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