Kathleen grew up in Portsmouth, Rhode Island, and developed a keen interest in local history at an early age. She went on to become a tour guide at several locations, including the Newport mansions, Belcourt Castle, Hammersmith Farm, the Lizzie Borden Bed & Breakfast/Museum in Fall River and, finally, Fort Adams. Kathleen's first book, "True Tales of Life & Death at Fort Adams," was published by The History Press in 2013. Visit www.ktroostc.wix.com/books for more information.