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by Deborah Curtin (Author)
Robert's brother becomes deathly ill and is sent to a home to recuperate. A letter arrives sent in secret that eludes to the caregiver and the home being of question. His father only states that it is the sickness causing delusional concerns and nothing more. It becomes evident to Robert's mother that his brother is not safe and he agrees to rescue him unbeknownst to his father. Arriving at the home, their escape looks difficult as other boys thwart their plan until one other boy helps them. They surprise the boys and fight to win. Robert is thankful to him and they part.as new friends. The two brothers arrive home to a joyous reunion yet their father remains stoic.
This begins a family saga as the Civil War takes its toll pressing each one into different places and unplanned situations. One never knew who was friend or foe as the Northern and Southern states began to divide the country and its people.