ON THE RIM OF EMPIRE

About the Book

Though taking place against the background of the colorful and turbulent years of the American Revolution, this is primarily a tale of espionage and betrayal. Within the fabric of the earth-shaking events of those times, the author has interwoven a set of characters who could have credibly existed, but who are, of course, pure fiction.

What is not fiction was George Washington's shrewd, efficient, and amazingly effective use of his secret service during the long struggle for American independence. Even so, events were to prove that at times mere chance weighed in at the right time and place to aid in the birth of this new and very different nation; one that a future great president would call "the last best hope of mankind".

About the Author

Philip P. Russo is a retired federal executive now residing in Florida with his wife and two pet dogs. He has visited nearly every location in this book, and has spent years researching associated events. He is a volunteer in various community projects, activities, and organizations.