The Original Shades of Gray: A Novel of the Civil War in Virginia - Jessica James

The Original Shades of Gray: A Novel of the Civil War in Virginia

Author: Jessica James


  • Publication Date: 2010-11-02
  • Category: Historical Fiction
5 Score: 5
(From 17 Ratings)

Summary

This book has been updated and enhanced into the Shades of Gray Trilogy.

Honor and conviction clash with loyalty & love in this epic Civil War novel that pits brother against brother. Winner of numerous awards and often compared to Gone with the Wind, Shades of Gray chronicles the clash of a Confederate officer with a Union spy as they defend their beliefs, their country and their honor.

“If you want to read a book you will never forget and will think about for months, read Shades of Gray. Took my breath away. Honestly, you will not sleep.” – Bookworm’s Dinner Blog

Gallantry and chivalry are put to the test when Colonel Alexander Hunter discovers the woman he promised his dying brother he would protect is the Union spy he has vowed to his men he would destroy.

“It is a book that I think could have the impact of a Gone With the Wind.” – Jonathan A. Noyalas, Assistant Professor of History and Director for Civil War Studies, Lord Fairfax Community College

“I think it is the best Civil War fiction book since Cold Mountain.” – James D. Bibb, Sons of Confederate Veterans, Trimble Camp 1836

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