"A well-written historical novel, which skillfully blends adventures during the early portion of the Civil War with a sound knowledge of the old city of Richmond, the capitol of the Confederacy. In Freedom's Shadow has all the elements of a spy adventure. Scobell is the hero of the novel as he seeks a secret cipher system used by the Confederacy. The body of the book grows with aspects of tradecraft and suspense as the story unfolds. This is a good historical novel and well worth reading."

- Kenneth Daigler, CIA Operations Officer (Retired)/Author

"In Freedom's Shadow grabs you in the very first sentence and never lets go; Hilliard's breathtaking prose places you right in the moment [and]...takes the reader on a vivid kaleidoscope of twists and turns...that make you feel as though you're with Scobell the entire way. In Freedom's Shadow is this year's must read for anyone who loves history, thrillers, and true stories of American heroes."

- Salena Zito, Author/National Reporter

"Hilliard masterfully blends a thrilling espionage story with well-researched historical details, transporting the reader to a time and place where life-threatening decisions lurk around every corner for John Scobell, a former slave turned Union spy whose mission sends him behind Confederate lines. In Freedom's Shadow is a reminder of the heroes whose names and deeds have been lost in the fog of history."

- Dan LeFebvre, Host of Based on a True Story podcast