"Fleming continues the epic saga of the Stapleton clan in this fiery sequel to Remember the Morning. This riveting narrative, set between 1827 and the onset of the Civil War, recounts the romantic and political exploits of Hugh Stapleton's grandson, George, and his powerful circle of friends." --Booklist

"Fleming's in-depth knowledge of the period and the culture, his ability to separate the myth from the reality, all help you discover the very essence of what it means to be an American." --Margaret Truman

"With his powerful and dramatic The Wages of Fame, Thomas Fleming adds a fascinating new volume to his saga of the Stapleton clan and their intimate involvement in the pivotal moments of our nation's history." --Charles Bracelen Flood, author of Lee: The Last Years