An Uncivilized Yankee

by V.V. Wedding

She’s a lightning rod for trouble...
Orphaned and forced to flee from an abusive cousin, Estella Anderson finds an unexpected haven with her soldier uncle, as a Healer on General J.E.B. Stuart’s staff. Life in the Army of Northern Virginia’s cavalry is not easy, nor is it safe, but a young woman completely on her own is even more at risk.

…and very much alone,…
As if her home troubles weren't enough, Star believes she is cursed. Every man who has promised to watch over her has died, with her precognitive dreams warning her each time. So she tries to push away anyone who offers to help her, anyone she cares for, lest they too end up dead. She stays with her uncle because she has no other choice, no other place of refuge, but she fears for his life.

…until the War changes everything.
But then she discovers an unlikely friend in Travis Black, the Yankee scout who rode to her rescue, and became a prisoner of war as a result. Her curse, her cousin, her own independent they may have finally met their match in the stubborn young man who promises to protect her, no matter the cost.


A Novel of Historical Fantasy

Genres: Civil War, Historical Fiction, Historical Fantasy, Fantasy

433 pages, Kindle Edition

First published May 24, 2011

Reviews

[John Wedding · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is not at all the kind of book I usually read, but I really liked it! The pacing was excellent, and there was a lot of humor sprinkled in the dialogue which added lots of depth to the characters. The fantasy part of the book (it's not straight historical fiction) fits naturally into the story.

[Jenni Moeller]

9/2024- 2nd time reading, still loved the characters! Travis and Star are my fav!!!

Great book! I couldn't put it down! It's a great story of friendship, action, healing and sacrifice.

[Mallory · Rating 3 out of 5]

If you like a nice, slow paced and drawn out romance, here is your match! An Uncivilized Yankee was a sweet historical novel with romance along the way. I wish the romance wouldn't have been so drawn out, because it seemed like it was the point of the novel, and it was just taking too long to reach that point. But, it should satisfy historical lovers throughout the book, and romantics more towards the end. Everyone has certain tastes, so pick it up and give it a whack!

[Kristine · Rating 3 out of 5]

Long, drawn out romance set in the battlefields of the civil war. What really turned me off was the fantasy part woven into a historical novel. Really? Special talents for healing, talking to horses, squirrels and dryads (had to look that up! Talking tree fairies no less!) It was ok. Had a nice ending thank goodness!

[Lark of The Bookwyrm's Hoard · Rating 4 out of 5]

Well-researched, well-written historical fiction with a touch of fantasy (paranormal/supernatural.) Full review to come.

[Cindy Spinning · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved the storyline great historical romance.

[Deana Larison · Rating 1 out of 5]

DNF