Audiobook
Now Available in Audio
Listen to the story that brings Texas history to life through the eyes of one extraordinary woman.
- Narrated by Jennifer McCool
- Duration: 14 hrs 20 mins
- Publisher: ProAudioVoices
Sarah’s journey from St. Louis to the untamed Texas frontier immerses you in life at the edge of the unsettled frontier, the dangerous encounters, and intimate moments of a woman finding her way in a harsh new land.
Listen to a Sample
Listen below to a selection from the first chapter in which Sarah, Green and their children arrive in central Texas by wagon to a hostile reception of gunfire.
Available On All Major Platforms
- Pro Audio Voices
- Amazon
- Audible
- Audiobooks.com
- Barnes & Noble
- Everand
- Libro.Fm
- Libby
- Spotify
- … and more soon.
Why the Audiobook Experience is Perfect for This Story
The Empresario’s Wife was meant to be heard. Sarah Seely DeWitt’s first-person narrative draws you into 1827 Texas: the raw, sprawling landscape; the sights and sounds of frontier life; and the emotional journey of a woman caught between her husband’s ambitious dreams and her family’s survival.
About the Story
Based on actual events leading up to the 1835-36 Texas Revolution, this meticulously researched novel chronicles the struggles of Sarah Seely DeWitt—the author’s fourth great-grandmother—as she navigates love, loss, and the birth of a new republic.
From creating the iconic “Come and Take It” flag with her children to witnessing the opening shots of the Texas Revolution, Sarah’s untold story reveals the role of a woman who shaped American history.
About the Author
Barbara H. Seeber is a fiction and nonfiction writer who has produced many books for The National Geographic Society.
Her debut novel, The Empresario’s Wife, tells the story of a remarkable woman who helped shape the earliest beginnings of Texas. The novel reflects the author’s consuming interest in history.
About the Narrator
Jennifer McCool is a theatrically trained actor who brings depth and nuance to women’s stories. She has voiced audiobooks for Brilliance Audio, Dreamscape, Podium Entertainment, and also champions indie authors’ works.
With her signature emotional depth, Jennifer delights in exploring women’s stories about the many types of love that connect us, especially in memoirs, young adult, romance, and literary fiction stories.
She’s a classically trained singer, speaks conversational Spanish, and believes that the stories we tell are the path to creating a more empathetic and inclusive world.
About ProAudioVoices
Pro Audio Voices (PAV) was founded in 2013 by Becky Parker, a theatre veteran with a passion for bringing stories to life through audiobook narration. What started as one woman doing everything has grown into a team of over 15 professionals and an international talent pool of 500+ narrators, all dedicated to creating personalized audiobook experiences that honor each author and their unique story.
PAV specializes in working with indie authors and small publishers who are passionate about increasing their impact in the world. Their commitment to equity, inclusion, and diversity, combined with their human-centric approach in an increasingly AI-driven industry, makes them the perfect partner for The Empresario’s Wife—a story that celebrates the often-overlooked role of women in shaping history. As they say, they’re “changing the world one story at a time.”
Kirkus Review
“Seeber’s novel is prodigiously researched and richly detailed (the narrative contains a wealth of historical nuggets), a textured and atmospheric recreation of time and place with a vividly drawn female lead. Through Sarah’s personal struggles and development, readers are viscerally brought into a piece of history that is traditionally dominated by accounts of the military battles. This is a story of female grit and determination in the face of overwhelming challenges.” – Kirkus Reviews
Perfect for Gift Giving
Give the gift of story to:
- History buffs and Texas natives
- Fans of historical fiction like Outlander or The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek
- Anyone interested in women’s stories and untold histories
- Family members researching their own genealogy and family stories
Connect the Experience
Visit Gonzales, Texas – Listen to Sarah’s story while visiting the town she helped establish. Walk where she walked and see where the “Come and Take It” flag first flew.
Book Club Discussion Guide – Read our free discussion guide.
Ready to experience Sarah’s remarkable journey?
Start listening today.