A Founding Mother: A Novel of Abigail Adams — Audiobook
A Founding Mother: A Novel of Abigail Adams is an unabridged English audiobook by Stephanie Dray, narrated by Cassandra Campbell. It follows Abigail Adams from revolutionary Boston through the early American republic, combining family life, political counsel and public influence in a 17-hour-and-20-minute historical novel.
At a glance
- Historical novel centred on Abigail Adams, from revolutionary Boston to the early American republic.
- The story encompasses family responsibilities, political counsel, financial independence and life abroad.
- The listing identifies it as a Reese’s Book Club pick.
Reference price: £15.86
Price checked: 12 Nov 2026
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Pros
- The extended narrative gives room for both Abigail’s family life and her political influence across several settings.
- An unabridged edition preserves the complete listed audiobook text.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Format | Audiobook |
|---|---|
| Version | Unabridged |
| Listening length | 17 hours and 20 minutes |
| Language | English |
| Narrator | Cassandra Campbell |
| Author | Stephanie Dray, see all |
|---|---|
| Publisher | William Morrow Paperbacks |
| Publication date | 5 May 2026 |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Listeners interested in Abigail Adams and historical fiction about the American Revolution and founding era.
- Those who want a substantial, unabridged audiobook with a female historical figure at its centre.
Less suited to
- Listeners looking for a concise audiobook or a non-fiction biography rather than a historical novel.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Customer feedback describes the historical novel as engaging and well written, particularly highlighting its historical detail and portrayal of Abigail Adams. This suits readers drawn to a character-led account of the founding era, though the positive feedback does not establish that every listener will enjoy its long, unabridged format.
Positive themes
- Customers praise the engaging story and writing.
- Feedback highlights historical detail and the portrayal of Abigail Adams.
Frequently asked questions
What is A Founding Mother about?
It is a historical novel portraying Abigail Adams from revolutionary Boston through the early republic, including her family responsibilities, political counsel and time abroad.
Who wrote and narrates the audiobook?
The listing names Stephanie Dray as author and Cassandra Campbell as narrator.
How long is the audiobook?
The listed listening length is 17 hours and 20 minutes.
Is this a biography?
It is listed as a novel, so buyers seeking a factual non-fiction biography may prefer a different title.
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