Jack Casey is an attorney and historical novelist whose works explore pivotal moments in American history through richly detailed narratives. His published novels include "Hamilton’s Choice," which dramatizes Alexander Hamilton’s final years and offers a fresh perspective on his fateful duel with Aaron Burr, and "Into the Heartland," a sweeping saga centered on the construction of the Erie Canal. Casey’s other notable works include "Lily of the Mohawks" and "The Trial of Bat Shea," each reflecting his meticulous research and ability to bring historical events to life.
Drawing from his three-decade career as a solo practitioner handling civil, criminal, and constitutional cases, Casey infuses his writing with an insider’s understanding of political ambition and legal intrigue. His novels often examine themes of power, rivalry, and resilience, informed by his firsthand observations of New York State politics. A graduate of Yale University and Albany Law School, Casey further honed his literary craft through studies at Edinburgh and Cambridge Universities. He resides in Troy, New York, and Raleigh, North Carolina, with his wife and editor, Victoria.