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Like River: A Civil War Epic that Flows with Emotion

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Prologue: A Nation on the Brink

In the year 1861, the United States stood poised at the precipice of a devastating civil conflict. The long-brewing tensions between the Northern and Southern states over slavery, economic disparities, and states' rights culminated in an outbreak of hostilities that would forever alter the course of American history.

Chapter 1: Whispers of War

In the quaint town of Warren, Maine, amidst whispered rumors of impending war, a young woman named Sarah Thompson yearns for a future beyond the confines of her small-town existence. Little does she know that the coming conflict will irrevocably intertwine her destiny with that of a Confederate soldier named Ethan Beaufort.

Like a River: A Civil War Novel

by CGP Books

4.7 out of 5

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Sarah Thompson, A Young Woman From Maine, Yearns For A Life Beyond Her Small Town. Like A River: A Civil War Novel

Chapter 2: The Fields of Fire

As the war erupts with full force, Sarah and Ethan find themselves on opposite sides of the Mason-Dixon line. Ethan, driven by a sense of duty to his homeland, enlists in the Confederate Army. Meanwhile, Sarah, fueled by a newfound sense of purpose, joins the Union cause as a nurse.

Ethan Beaufort, A Confederate Soldier, Fights For His Beliefs In The Fields Of Fire. Like A River: A Civil War Novel

Chapter 3: Threads of Fate

Amidst the carnage and chaos of the battlefield, Sarah and Ethan's paths cross by chance. Their initial animosity slowly gives way to a grudging respect as they witness each other's indomitable spirit and shared humanity.

Sarah Thompson And Ethan Beaufort, Once Enemies, Find Common Ground Amidst The Horrors Of War. Like A River: A Civil War Novel

Chapter 4: The Test of Valor

As the war rages on, both Sarah and Ethan are tested to their limits. They endure unspeakable hardships, witness unimaginable horrors, and face their own mortality. Yet, through it all, they cling to a flickering flame of hope and faith.

Sarah Thompson And Ethan Beaufort Endure The Trials And Tribulations Of The Civil War. Like A River: A Civil War Novel

Chapter 5: The Echoes of Aftermath

The Civil War ends, but the scars it leaves behind linger. Sarah and Ethan, forever changed by their experiences, must grapple with the complexities of postwar life. They confront the trauma, the loss, and the enduring legacy of a conflict that divided a nation.

Sarah Thompson And Ethan Beaufort Navigate The Challenges Of Post War Life. Like A River: A Civil War Novel

Epilogue: The River's Legacy

Years after the war, the characters of Like River gather at a reunion, their lives forever interconnected. They reflect on the sacrifices they made, the bonds they forged, and the lessons they learned during that tumultuous time. Their stories become a testament to the enduring power of the human spirit, even in the face of adversity.

: A Timeless Tale of Resilience and Redemption

Like River is a gripping and emotionally resonant novel that transports readers to the heart of the American Civil War. Through the poignant and interwoven stories of Sarah Thompson and Ethan Beaufort, Melissa Dalton paints a vivid portrait of a nation torn apart and the individuals who endured its horrors. This is a book that will stay with readers long after they turn the final page, a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the transformative power of forgiveness.

Like a River: A Civil War Novel

by CGP Books

4.7 out of 5