Destined to Be a Hamilton: True Life Stories of Mary Anne Hamilton, Great-Great Granddaughter-in-Law of Founding Father Alexander Hamilton Paperback – August 28, 2023

Mary Anne is an amazing storyteller who has led a fascinating life. She is very honest about all the ups and downs of her life. She is not afraid to admit mistakes she's made as well as revealing the wonderful things that just happened to her (like meeting the great-great-grandson of Alexander Hamilton). She also provides a lot of facts about Hamilton and the history of our country. She included lots of photos and lists of Hamilton's accomplishments. I highly recommend it.

Enjoyed the book. I love history and this had some interesting facts I do not know. What a wonderful life Mary Anne Hamilton lived. I think Alexander Hamilton is a fore father that does not get the attention he deserves. He was a brilliant financial mind.

Fascinating, unique stories from an angle of the Hamilton family unknown to all but a few. The real life storytelling and pictures from the life of an amazing woman we now have the privilege of knowing through this book. So much fun to read, and loved looking at the pictures over and over.

Book is well written and very interesting

Mrs hamiiton’s story and Ms Reynold’s writing, together with many photos and detailed captivating fast-paced accounts make this book a Fun read!!

I loved the pictures of different locations and people. I'm not a big reader but read this in two days.

I met Mary-Anne Hamilton two years ago, shortly before my alternative history novel PRESIDENT HAMILTON was published. She was very enthusiastic about my book, since it dovetailed with her mission as a Hamilton advocate - to remember and celebrate the life of America's "ten dollar Founding Father." As we got to know each other better and she shared her remarkable biography with me, I told her she needed to write her story down for future generations. At one point she even asked me to help her organize and edit her memoir, but I was already hip-deep in my next novel and had to defer. Helena Reynolds stepped into the gap magnificently, and helped Mary-Anne edit and arrange her life story. The result is this book. Whether your interest is in Alexander Hamilton specifically, or the Hamilton family, or just American history in general, I think you will find this story a delightful read. Lavishly illustrated with family photographs, this book tells the story of a 31 year old divorcee who married a man 34 years older than herself - the great-great grandson of Alexander Hamilton and the grandson of famed financier and "robber baron" J.P. Morgan, Laurens Morgan Hamilton! Mary-Anne describes in sprightly detail how she came to appreciate her husband's life-long effort to restore the reputation of America's first Treasury Secretary, long-maligned and slandered by his enemies, nearly all of whom survived him by decades. After seeing the Broadway musical HAMILTON and meeting Lin-Manuel Miranda, Mary-Anne revived her husband's work with a vengeance. Joining forces with Rand Scholet, the founder of the Alexander Hamilton Awareness Society, she traveled all over America and the Caribbean, speaking about Hamilton and his remarkable contributions to our country. From 15 year-old unwed mother to champion of one of America's Founders, Mary-Anne's story is an entertaining and inspiring read! After watching her publish her first book at age 89, I will admit I find myself wondering what this remarkable old lady is going to do next. (I'm thinking either skydiving or maybe swimming the English channel?) Anyway, this is a great book. Get yourself a copy today!

I never knew much about Hamilton. He was an extraordinary man with an important legacy. Our history shouldn't be forgotten or covered over. I'm so glad to have found this book, thank you Mary Anne and Helena for sharing this story with us.