My Brother Sam Is Dead

The classic story of one family torn apart by the Revolutionary War All his life, Tim Meeker has looked up to his brother Sam. Sam's smart and brave -- and is now a part of the American Revolution. Not everyone in town wants to be a part of the rebellion. Most are supporters of the British -- including Tim and Sam's father. With the war soon raging, Tim know he'll have to make a choice -- between the Revolutionaries and the Redcoats . . . and between his brother and his father.

James Lincoln Collier and Christopher Collier have co-authored eight historical novels for young adults, including The Bloody Country, Who is Carrie?, and With Every Drop of Blood. Christopher, a professor who specializes in early American history, provides the historical theme and framework for the novels. His brother, James, a musician, editor, and writer, gives life to the characters and plot. The Collier brothers have also collaborated on more than two dozen nonfiction works for young people in the "Drama of American History" series. James Lincoln Collier lives in New York City. Christopher Collier lives in Orange, Connecticut.