Ona Judge's escape from George and Martha Washington's household in 1796 stands as one of the most remarkable acts of resistance in American history. This gripping narrative follows the Washingtons' obsessive pursuit of their enslaved seamstress across state lines and international waters, while Ona fights for her freedom in the North. Through meticulous research and vivid storytelling, the book reveals the human cost of slavery and the extraordinary courage of a woman who refused to be recaptured. A powerful testament to resilience and self-determination that challenges conventional narratives of the founding era.