Emerald Fields by Pegg Thomas (A More Perfect Union Book 1)

Book Blurb:

Russ Fields gave a lot to his country. He lost a brother and half his face to preserve the Union, only to come home and lose his beloved younger sister. When he writes to her friend in Pennsylvania with the devastating news, he never expects an answer.

Emmie Mason lost her fiancé during the Civil War, and her position at the hospital after the fighting stopped. But her greatest loss was her dearest friend to the fickle disease of influenza.

Letters of condolence begin something else, something special, between two people who have lost so much. When Emmie’s father dies, she goes to the one person she feels understands her best.

Hidden away on his Michigan farm, Russ never expects his sister’s best friend to show up in a runaway buggy. He’s never told her about his disfigurement, and he’s not prepared to let her into his life past what’s been shared on the written page.

A nasty farm accident and Emmie’s determination combine to bring them together, but even that isn’t enough to forge the bond both of them wish they could have. When her older brother arrives to haul Emmie home, she puts her foot down and sets in motion an emotionally charged series of events that change both of their lives … again.

NB:  I felt that the book blurb was important to give you a better feel of what this book was about.  So I hope that you will take the time to read the above.  I really loved this book!

My Review

This book grabbed my attention from page one.  It is a historical fiction full of emotions and very touching as I read about a returned from War soldier and a woman who lost her fiancé in the Civil War as well. The way their lives come together is a heartwarming story I won't soon forget.  Emmie and Russ have a very lovely story and I am so happy that I read this book.  It has all the feels!  I couldn't put this one down.  Had to know how things turned out.  This book is the beginning of a new series.  I don't want to miss even one book! So inspirational!

I received a complimentary copy of this book and was not required to give a positive review.  All thoughts are my own.