Emily Harrisonâs life has been turned upside down. At the beginning of the Civil War, she bravely attempted to continue her parentsâ work as conductors in the Underground Railroad until their Ohio farm was sold in foreclosure. Now alone, she accepts a position as a governess with a doctorâs family in slave-holding Virginia. Perhaps she can continue her rescue efforts from there.
Alexander Hunt is the doctorâs handsome nephew. While he does not deny a growing attraction to his uncleâs newest employee, he cannot take time to pursue Emily. Alex is not at all what he seemsârich, spoiled, and indolent. He is the elusive Gray Wraith, a Quaker leader of Rebel partisans. A man of the shadows, he carries no firearm and wholeheartedly believes in Emilyâs antislavery convictions.
The path before Alex and Emily is complicated and sometimes life threatening. The war brings betrayal, entrapment, and danger to both of them. Amid their growing feelings for each other, can they find faith in God amid the challenges they face and trust in the possibility for a bright future together?
Mary Ellis is the bestselling author of many books, including A Widow's Hope, An Amish Family Reunion, and Living in Harmony. She and her husband live in central Ohio, where they try to live a simpler style of life.