Benjamin Franklin's Bastard

Franklin is such a complex historical figure, and I’m curious how Sally Cabot balanced historical accuracy with creative storytelling to bring him to life.

His struggles for identity and acceptance made me wonder how much of him is shaped by the era's social norms versus personal choice. What was everyone’s take on his character development?

It’s a fresh angle on American history that I hadn’t seen before. I wonder if the author was inspired by real stories or wanted to explore themes of legacy and belonging through this lens.