Set against the turbulent backdrop of the American Revolutionary War, 'A Girl Called Samson' by Amy Harmon introduces us to Deborah Samson, a woman constrained by Puritan society and familial hardship. After being indentured as a servant in her youth, Deborah nurtures a longing for freedom and adventure. As a nation's quest for independence ignites, Deborah's passion spills into action. She daringly assumes a male identity, enlisting as a soldier in the Continental Army. Her tall stature and deceptive guise serve her well, allowing her to confront war's gruesome realities. However, as she valiantly battles for her country's liberation, Deborah's concealed identity looms as a challenge she must overcome. Compounding her struggles, an inexorable and forbidden love emerges, promising to reshape her destiny.