In 1861, New Mexico Territory is swept by change as the United States erupts in civil war. Federal troops are recalled to the east, leaving the way open for Confederates to invade New Mexico and capture its resources on the way to the ultimate prize: Colorado gold!
Three young people are caught up in the conflict: Alastar O’Brien, a Colorado miner turned soldier; Laura Howland, a young lady from … lady from Boston, recently orphaned; and Jamie Russell, a shop clerk from Texas serving as a quartermaster. The maelstrom of war brings them together in a clash of ambition, patriotism, and the simple need to survive.
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A fantastic read of fictional Civil war action on a front little covered. A historical fiction well worth time invested to read.
great turn of the century who done it.
Easy read with interesting characters playing on the emotions during the civil war
Love the history presented at a setting not far from where I live in NM.
Loved this informative book about a part of the civil war I wasn’t aware of. Loved it.
I enjoy historical novels, however, I found it difficult to keep all the characters straight.
Good Civil War novel, excellent character development. I’m reading the entire four book series.