A Soldier's Secret
The Incredible True Story of Sarah Edmonds, a Civil War Hero
Published on 23. May 2023
408 pages
978-1-61312-367-6 (ISBN)
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Bestselling author Marissa Moss's
A Soldier's Secret is the story of Sarah Emma Edmonds, who masqueraded as a man named Frank Thompson during the Civil War.
Narrated by Sarah, this true story offers an in-depth look not only at the Civil War but also at her journey to self-discovery as she grapples with living a lie and falling in love with one of her fellow soldiers. Her adventures include serving as a nurse on the battlefield, spying for the Union Army, and being captured by (and escaping from) the Confederates.
Using historical materials to build the foundation of the story, Moss has crafted a captivating young adult novel. The book also includes a Civil War timeline, archival photos, a glossary of names, a detailed note on sources, and a readers guide.
Narrated by Sarah, this true story offers an in-depth look not only at the Civil War but also at her journey to self-discovery as she grapples with living a lie and falling in love with one of her fellow soldiers. Her adventures include serving as a nurse on the battlefield, spying for the Union Army, and being captured by (and escaping from) the Confederates.
Using historical materials to build the foundation of the story, Moss has crafted a captivating young adult novel. The book also includes a Civil War timeline, archival photos, a glossary of names, a detailed note on sources, and a readers guide.
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Marissa Moss has written and illustrated many books for children, including the popular Amelia's Notebook series, the picture book Nurse, Soldier, Spy, and a middle-grade novel, The Pharaoh's Secret. She lives in Berkeley, California.
Content
- Intro
- Title Page
- Copyright Page
- Dedication
- Contents
- Chapter 1: The War Begins
- Chapter 2: You're in the Army Now
- Chapter 3: Battlefield Jitters
- Chapter 4: The Battle of Bull Run
- Chapter 5: Back in Washington
- Chapter 6: Friendship
- Chapter 7: Desertion
- Chapter 8: Toward Richmond
- Chapter 9: The First Shot
- Chapter 10: A New Mission
- Chapter 11: The Battle of Williamsburg
- Chapter 12: Another Disguise
- Chapter 13: The Battle of Fair Oaks
- Chapter 14: Chasing Trains
- Chapter 15: Seven Days' Battle
- Chapter 16: Finding Old Friends
- Chapter 17: The Letter
- Chapter 18: The Second Battle of Bull Run
- Chapter 19: On The Roads of Northern Virginia
- Chapter 20: The Battle of Fredericksburg
- Chapter 21: Pauline of The Potomac
- Chapter 22: A New Recruit
- Chapter 23: Spying Again
- Chapter 24: A Soldier's Job
- Chapter 25: Another Disguise
- Chapter 26: Spying On Spies
- Chapter 27: Farewells
- Chapter 28: Wearing A Dress
- Epilogue: A Soldier's Reunion
- The Story Behind The Story
- Union Army Officer Biographies
- A Brief Civil War Timeline
- Selected Bibliography
- Acknowledgments
