Unconquered

Abby Hale is a brave and resourceful young woman who endures an unjust capital sentence and is sold into indentured servitude. She faces manipulation from the ruthless trader Garth, yet she remains determined to survive and protect those she cares about. Her arc centers on resilience, wit, and the evolution of trust with Holden as misunderstandings are resolved.

Holden is a courageous frontier captain who acts on principle and honor. He frees Abby, but his personal life becomes complicated when he learns of Diana's marriage to his brother, challenging his loyalties. He faces danger, duels Garth, and ultimately helps Abby escape, displaying steady leadership that keeps the frontier from unraveling.

A ruthless trader who bribes officials, manipulates Abby's status, and profits from gun sales to Native tribes. His charm masks greed and a willingness to destroy lives for advantage. He embodies corruption and exploitation until his downfall at Holden's hands.

Chief of the Senecas, a powerful and calculating leader who commands respect and navigates the shifting alliances of the frontier. His decisions influence the siege dynamics at Fort Pitt and the broader Native-Colonial relations of the era.

Daughter of Chief Guyasuta and Garth's Indian wife, Hannah acts as a bridge between cultures. She warns Holden of danger and ultimately sacrifices herself to protect others, illustrating loyalty and the complexities of tribal alliances.

Holden's fiancée who ultimately marries his brother, a development that fuels tension and drives emotional conflict. Her choices shape Holden's sense of duty and the fate of his relationships on the frontier.

Colonel and key frontier leader who helps coordinate responses to Native alliances and frontier threats. His decisions, including the plan to use peace belts, influence the trajectory of the siege and the war effort.

Governor Johnson who directs frontier policy and defends colonial interests. His authority shapes negotiations, military actions, and the administration of justice on the colonial frontier.

Fraser is Holden's loyal ally who provides support and shares crucial information gleaned from frontier encounters. He helps navigate dangerous political and military terrain as the situation worsens.

A trader of questionable ethics who bribes the slave dealer to manipulate Abby's status. His scheming highlights the corrupt commercial networks feeding the frontier system.

A frontier officer who participates in the fort's defense and the broader military efforts along the Virginia frontier. His presence underscores the militarized environment of the era.