Widow of Gettysburg, Heroines Behind the Lines Series #2
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Excellent Historical Read
Jocelyn Green has skillfully painted a vivid word picture of the heart-wrenching life led by so many during the Civil War days. Widow of Gettysburg is a gripping tale of survival and triumph in the midst of tragedy and bloodshed--not just by the soldiers on the front lines but also by the women and children left behind. A fascinating read that you won't want to miss!
May 13, 2013
History, emotion, and Godly inspiration
As one who has done some studying of war in college but not experienced it in real life, I found Jocelyn Green's "Widow of Gettysburg" just as effective if not more so at conveying the horrors of battle than most of the non fiction I read in college. Part of it is that I cannot see myself in the place of a soldier, which is the viewpoint taken by most when writing of war, but I can see myself as someone like Liberty Holloway, a woman who knows nothing of battle but suddenly ends up in the midst of its aftermath.
"Widow of Gettysburg" is such a poignant depiction of that historical town in the days leading up to the battle, the battle itself, and the aftermath, as Gettysburg and its inhabitants slowly recover from the devastation. It really encourages one to really think about how a battle affects civilians. Through Liberty's eyes, we can grasp the horrible sights, the putrid odors, the fatigue, the hunger, and the devastation that remains when "it is all over" and the rebel soldiers are gone. Her house and barn are half destroyed, she has no garden or animals left, her food supplies were gone in a day, all spare bedding and material were shredded for bandages, and she only has one dress left to her name. Those are just the material side effects; if anything, after caring for the wounded, she has changed even more emotionally and spiritually. I'm sure these things were not unique to Liberty - these things happened to real women all over Gettysburg, throughout the whole Civil War, and probably at nearly every battle in history that could in any way affect civilians.
Green's novel is full of good characters who are likeable, and yet none are perfect - each has issues to work through, from the main characters Liberty and Silas to her former mother-in-law and the rebel doctor. Even the undisputed bad guys have moments of grace just like anyone. Besides the obvious plot of the assault on Gettysburg, there is also a strong storyline full of surprises that further inspires the main characters and moves them on their personal journeys. It is a novel brimming with raw emotion that complements the historical facts, creating a well balanced inspirational and historical novel.
May 8, 2013
Blown Away
This novel far surpassed my expectations of a novel set in my favorite era. The way Jocelyn Green writes is raw, vivid & heartfelt--& the way she intertwines such realistic imagery & sounds & feelings along with accurate history is that of an art form.
I can't say enough great things about this book, the brilliant way it was written...& the beautiful way it stands as a tribute to all who were on the Gettysburg battlefield those three days in July, 1863.
May 6, 2013
A must read!
This novel is a must read for anyone who loves history, romance, stories of faith, and great fiction. I canâÂÂt believe how easily the pages turned as I found myself lost in the main characterâÂÂs struggle to survive this tumultuous time in our nationâÂÂs history. Liberty, Bella, and the other men and women represented in Widow of Gettysburg embody the very heart and strength of our country. Whether widowed by war, born into slavery, or even innocent civilians caught in the crossfire, all who step onto the pages of this story will captivate your heart and have you cheering for redemption. You will love it!
May 1, 2013
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