American Revolution: Williamsburg 

2026 Children’s Book International Award Winner – Historical Fiction

Middle-grade historical mysteries

Start with Seeds of Rebellion and follow the series in chronological order as modern kids uncover secrets from America’s founding.

History Detective Club: Reading Order (Start Here)

• Book 1: Seeds of Rebellion – Travel to 1774 on the eve of America’s Revolution.
• Book 2: The Powder Is Lit – Secrets ignite as Patrick Henry’s words spark rebellion.
• Book 3: The Die Is Cast – Freedom’s promise is tested when not everyone is free.
• Book 4: Tidings of Liberty – Hope, courage, and Christmas in 1776 Williamsburg.
• Book 5: Whom Can We Trust Now? A traitor is watching, and danger is closer than anyone realizes.
• Book 6: So Hardly Got - The dramatic road to Yorktown and America's victory.