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The Bregdan Chronicles #3
Spring Will Come
As her beloved city of Richmond is transformed into a deadly Civil War battlefield, spirited Carrie Cromwell puts her medical skills to work in a Confederate hospital. While she fights to save unknown soldiers, the one she cares about the most is lost to her when Robert disappears in battle. She must also deal with a family secret that has finally come to light.
Meanwhile, Rose and Moses have found freedom at last - only to be separated by war. Can Moses, now a Union spy, elude those who are searching for him as a runaway slave, and also help those he thought he would never see again? Rose, inspired by a revolutionary young speaker, becomes a teacher in the contraband camps.
Meanwhile, Rose and Moses have found freedom at last - only to be separated by war. Can Moses, now a Union spy, elude those who are searching for him as a runaway slave, and also help those he thought he would never see again? Rose, inspired by a revolutionary young speaker, becomes a teacher in the contraband camps.
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First published January 1, 1997
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September 8, 2015
I've so enjoyed all of the books in this series so far! I've learned so much about the history of the civil war through these books! This book really showed how people cope with life in the midst of such horrible circumstances,and try there best to come out with it with there humanity intact, and they succeed with much struggle, and determination! A character in this book had some life changing revelations in his heart in this book! It was just so good! I would totally recommend it!
April 3, 2015
Vikki’s Musings
Oh my, each book gets better than the last! I think I am very fortunate to have found this amazing series. This epic story marches on in Spring Will Come as America continues to fight the War Between the States. This series is so much more than romance, even though several story lines involve love stories.
I will attempt to keep my summary brief. Spring Will Come begins in May 1862 and picks up where On To Richmond ends. Carrie is nursing wounded soldiers at Chimborazo hospital to help in the war effort. She meets forwarding-thinking Dr. Wilds and he allows her to be much more hands on with the patients. There is an endless stream of patients arriving from the battlefields of Antietam. Carrie also starts spending time at the black hospital as well.
On the eve of battle, Carrie agrees to marry Robert Borden when he returns. Unfortunately, Robert turns up missing after the battle ends. Carrie has no word from him all through the fall and winter and comes very close to giving up and accepting he must be dead since she has not received any word concerning him.
Can Carrie keep faith that Robert will be returned to her, or will she give in to her grief, and while she will carry on, remain an empty shell?
Someone commented on my last review asking whether there was romance in these novels. While this is primarily Carrie Cromwell’s story of her feelings and actions relating to the issue of slavery and the times, there is a wonderful love story between Carrie and Robert Borden.
Robert Borden plays a pivotal role in Spring Will Come. His character arch takes a huge leap in his thoughts and attitudes toward slavery, which has been a bone of contention between him and Carrie since the beginning. I was so pleased with this direction. When he experiences deep anguish over how bigoted he has been in his life and the action he has taken because of this, I had tears running down my face as my heart jumped with joy at this immense shift in his attitude.
Spring Will Come covers the great Battle of Antietam in vivid detail bringing to life the immense losses on both sides of this conflict. Ms. Dye masterfully weaves her characters in with the real events of history. It also addresses the harsh winter conditions Richmond experienced in 1863 with great detail.
I can’t wait to read the next book in the series. In fact I have already started it and am enjoying it tremendously. Again, I highly recommend this incredible series. Whether you are male or female, you will love these books. This is historical fiction at its finest. Happy reading!
Oh my, each book gets better than the last! I think I am very fortunate to have found this amazing series. This epic story marches on in Spring Will Come as America continues to fight the War Between the States. This series is so much more than romance, even though several story lines involve love stories.
I will attempt to keep my summary brief. Spring Will Come begins in May 1862 and picks up where On To Richmond ends. Carrie is nursing wounded soldiers at Chimborazo hospital to help in the war effort. She meets forwarding-thinking Dr. Wilds and he allows her to be much more hands on with the patients. There is an endless stream of patients arriving from the battlefields of Antietam. Carrie also starts spending time at the black hospital as well.
On the eve of battle, Carrie agrees to marry Robert Borden when he returns. Unfortunately, Robert turns up missing after the battle ends. Carrie has no word from him all through the fall and winter and comes very close to giving up and accepting he must be dead since she has not received any word concerning him.
Can Carrie keep faith that Robert will be returned to her, or will she give in to her grief, and while she will carry on, remain an empty shell?
Someone commented on my last review asking whether there was romance in these novels. While this is primarily Carrie Cromwell’s story of her feelings and actions relating to the issue of slavery and the times, there is a wonderful love story between Carrie and Robert Borden.
Robert Borden plays a pivotal role in Spring Will Come. His character arch takes a huge leap in his thoughts and attitudes toward slavery, which has been a bone of contention between him and Carrie since the beginning. I was so pleased with this direction. When he experiences deep anguish over how bigoted he has been in his life and the action he has taken because of this, I had tears running down my face as my heart jumped with joy at this immense shift in his attitude.
Spring Will Come covers the great Battle of Antietam in vivid detail bringing to life the immense losses on both sides of this conflict. Ms. Dye masterfully weaves her characters in with the real events of history. It also addresses the harsh winter conditions Richmond experienced in 1863 with great detail.
I can’t wait to read the next book in the series. In fact I have already started it and am enjoying it tremendously. Again, I highly recommend this incredible series. Whether you are male or female, you will love these books. This is historical fiction at its finest. Happy reading!
August 5, 2013
This is the third book in a Civil War series. I have loved all of them.
August 7, 2018
Very preachy and kinda cheeky
June 27, 2015
Love is in the air
This was probably the best book of all. Why? Because you know the characters heart and mind. The author wove the story of the battles with the strife of the horrific battles and the everyday lives of the community trying to live during the civil war. I was horrified by the details of the battles and the soldiers just trying to do as they were commanded to while walking or running with dead bodies knee deep. The ordinary lives of the people are impacted by the weather and the battles. Starving children and hopelessness test the people's will to continue to do what is right.
This was probably the best book of all. Why? Because you know the characters heart and mind. The author wove the story of the battles with the strife of the horrific battles and the everyday lives of the community trying to live during the civil war. I was horrified by the details of the battles and the soldiers just trying to do as they were commanded to while walking or running with dead bodies knee deep. The ordinary lives of the people are impacted by the weather and the battles. Starving children and hopelessness test the people's will to continue to do what is right.
September 1, 2015
Never Ending
It seems this tragic part of history goes on and on forever. This historical is interesting but not much romance. It is a sad but hopeful novel. Some of each book is repetitive so that you might catch up if you didn't read the previous books but if you HAVE read the others it can become monotonous. Still each book is well written and the characters are well developed and some complex. Ginny Dye is a very gifted writer. G rated.
It seems this tragic part of history goes on and on forever. This historical is interesting but not much romance. It is a sad but hopeful novel. Some of each book is repetitive so that you might catch up if you didn't read the previous books but if you HAVE read the others it can become monotonous. Still each book is well written and the characters are well developed and some complex. Ginny Dye is a very gifted writer. G rated.
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March 10, 2017This is a well research series it really pulls you in and you cant wait to read the next one. I'm presently on the 5th book.
March 18, 2017
As her beloved city of Richmond is transformed into a deadly Civil Ward battlefield, spirited Carrie Cromwell puts her medical skills to use in a Confederate hospital. Women were not allowed to treat the wounded but she washed their faces and brought them drinks of water and food when available. Then Carrie finds another doctor who is willing to let her help him with surgeries and other medical procedures. She eventually wants to become a doctor but will she ever get the opportunity to attend medical school? Carrie struggles to understand the prejudice of her fellow Southerners. Does she really want the South to win? And will the war cost her the man she loves?
Then she finds a hospital for the blacks and then she starts working there in the evenings.
Meanwhile, in the North, Rose and Moses have found freedom at last - only to be separated by war. Can Moses, now a Union spy, elude those searching for him as a runaway slave? Rose, inspired by a courageous woman, returns to Virginia to teach in a contraband camp.
Robert is seriously injured in the battle at South Mountain and is found by Hobbs, an old friend who manages to take Robert and Carries's horse, Granite, to a cabin in the North belonging to a black family that takes him in. In the meantime, Carrie searches all the hospitals and lists of the dead or missing, never giving up searching for him. All she can hope is that spring will come.
Then she finds a hospital for the blacks and then she starts working there in the evenings.
Meanwhile, in the North, Rose and Moses have found freedom at last - only to be separated by war. Can Moses, now a Union spy, elude those searching for him as a runaway slave? Rose, inspired by a courageous woman, returns to Virginia to teach in a contraband camp.
Robert is seriously injured in the battle at South Mountain and is found by Hobbs, an old friend who manages to take Robert and Carries's horse, Granite, to a cabin in the North belonging to a black family that takes him in. In the meantime, Carrie searches all the hospitals and lists of the dead or missing, never giving up searching for him. All she can hope is that spring will come.
October 7, 2018
STILL loving this series!
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October 6, 2017 I enjoyed it. The author's name is different however. It is Ginny Dye.
August 4, 2017
I guess I have to keep reading to find out what happens with Carrie and Robert and rose and Moses and Sam and Polly and amber and...
July 31, 2017
Good story with historical background.
August 16, 2017
Cant. Wait to read on!
Somethings the out come are revealed but others are left un answered I look forward to see how many problems of the war are addressed and how life carries on thru the challenges ahead cause more problems.
Somethings the out come are revealed but others are left un answered I look forward to see how many problems of the war are addressed and how life carries on thru the challenges ahead cause more problems.
January 10, 2017
Another well written novel
I was genuinely scared Ms. Dye was going to go all George R.R. Martin on several characters. I'm glad she did not.
I was genuinely scared Ms. Dye was going to go all George R.R. Martin on several characters. I'm glad she did not.
June 20, 2017
This is the 3rd book in this series. I am enjoying the history and love story. Looking forward to continuing the series.
February 9, 2018
This book was so incredibly good, it's almost hard for me to explain how much I loved it.
Okay so I started the Bregdan Chronicles in mid July(2016), and read books 1 and 2. I put the series down for a little. Not because it wasn't good, it is AMAZING, but I had so many other things I needed to get off my TBR that had been on the list longer. I picked up this book almost three months later.
And it's still. So. Good.
I've loved Ginny Dye's writing since the beginning. It appeals greatly to what I'm interested in. I also admire her time pacing. Sometimes I feel like books rush forward too quickly and time is left behind. Even though these books cover about a year on average each of the war, Dye's adjustments to the time within the book are phenomenal. She makes you believe winter has changed to spring in only maybe 100 pages. Her description is very beautiful, and her characters are even more so, I think.
On to specific matters(and there will be spoilers):
One of the things that I loved severely about this book is the politics. Of corse her previous books have a reasonable amount on the subject, but as the war continues on, the politics advance. The Emancipation Proclamation, for example, was highly debated and discussed between the characters. I believe you can't have a historical event and write about it without discussing what exactly is happening with the government, and how the characters respond to it. This leads me to my next thought. I love how Dye has such a variety of opinions. Every viewpoint has its fair share, coming from white and black races, and northern and southerners. The characters have such strong beliefs on many topics, but all learn to compromise and tolerate for their compassion towards each other.
Personally, my favorite part of the book was Robert's character development.
When I say "character development," I mean to look for a stronger way to put it. After all, the beliefs of these people were not just fictional. Robert has been a Confederate soldier since the start of the war, fighting for his belief that slavery is right, and defending his way of life. When he gets shot in the battle of Antietam, Moses rides him to a runaway black family, barley hanging on to life. From there I was taken away.
He learns many things, and they touched me. He realized that God cared about him, and about all people. Black was just a skin tone. This different race did not deserve a lifetime treated less than human. This family takes care of him, helps him not only regain his physical health, but leads him toward the kindness of his heart. When Robert slowly begins to realize how he acted towards slaves was wrong, his heart is led by pure goodness. I've liked him since the very beginning of the series, but now I have a newfound appreciation for his character.
I must say, this series is sadly underrated. I really do appreciate the amount of information and history piled into these books. Ginny Dye's writing is one like I haven't read before. If you are thinking about reading this series, please do. It really is something incredible.
Okay so I started the Bregdan Chronicles in mid July(2016), and read books 1 and 2. I put the series down for a little. Not because it wasn't good, it is AMAZING, but I had so many other things I needed to get off my TBR that had been on the list longer. I picked up this book almost three months later.
And it's still. So. Good.
I've loved Ginny Dye's writing since the beginning. It appeals greatly to what I'm interested in. I also admire her time pacing. Sometimes I feel like books rush forward too quickly and time is left behind. Even though these books cover about a year on average each of the war, Dye's adjustments to the time within the book are phenomenal. She makes you believe winter has changed to spring in only maybe 100 pages. Her description is very beautiful, and her characters are even more so, I think.
On to specific matters(and there will be spoilers):
One of the things that I loved severely about this book is the politics. Of corse her previous books have a reasonable amount on the subject, but as the war continues on, the politics advance. The Emancipation Proclamation, for example, was highly debated and discussed between the characters. I believe you can't have a historical event and write about it without discussing what exactly is happening with the government, and how the characters respond to it. This leads me to my next thought. I love how Dye has such a variety of opinions. Every viewpoint has its fair share, coming from white and black races, and northern and southerners. The characters have such strong beliefs on many topics, but all learn to compromise and tolerate for their compassion towards each other.
Personally, my favorite part of the book was Robert's character development.
When I say "character development," I mean to look for a stronger way to put it. After all, the beliefs of these people were not just fictional. Robert has been a Confederate soldier since the start of the war, fighting for his belief that slavery is right, and defending his way of life. When he gets shot in the battle of Antietam, Moses rides him to a runaway black family, barley hanging on to life. From there I was taken away.
He learns many things, and they touched me. He realized that God cared about him, and about all people. Black was just a skin tone. This different race did not deserve a lifetime treated less than human. This family takes care of him, helps him not only regain his physical health, but leads him toward the kindness of his heart. When Robert slowly begins to realize how he acted towards slaves was wrong, his heart is led by pure goodness. I've liked him since the very beginning of the series, but now I have a newfound appreciation for his character.
I must say, this series is sadly underrated. I really do appreciate the amount of information and history piled into these books. Ginny Dye's writing is one like I haven't read before. If you are thinking about reading this series, please do. It really is something incredible.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
September 15, 2016
3: I cannot recall the last time I had such an emotional reaction to passages in a book! And it has happened over and over in this book! Maybe not close to tears, but definitely choked up, sometimes sadness, but more often joy! I have really become interested and involved in the lives of these characters and care about what is happening to them and their contemporaries. I think the last time that happened was "Pillars of the Earth!"
Beside getting involved in the lives of the main characters you will learn a lot about what life must have been like for ordinary people during the Civil War.
Although Ms. Dye does an excellent job of weaving subtle recaps of the previous books seamlessly into her narrative, I recommend that you start at the beginning, and let her draw you into the lives of these people! Trust me, it will be worth it!
Beside getting involved in the lives of the main characters you will learn a lot about what life must have been like for ordinary people during the Civil War.
Although Ms. Dye does an excellent job of weaving subtle recaps of the previous books seamlessly into her narrative, I recommend that you start at the beginning, and let her draw you into the lives of these people! Trust me, it will be worth it!
October 20, 2015
This is Part 3 in the Bregdan Chronicles. This fascinating segment picks up in 1862 with the siege of Richmond and the Peninsula Campaign and continues through the Battle of Antietam. All the favorite characters are back from the first two novels, Carrie, Robert, Moses and Rose just to mention a few. There are also some new individuals introduced and we say good bye to some others. Becoming more a social outcast, Carrie continues in her struggles to follow her lifelong dream of becoming a doctor. Her relationship with Robert deepens but he is still struggling with his own personal issues concerning his beliefs and how these beliefs impact their bond. Moses continues his work for the Union Army while Rose pursues her dreams of becoming a teacher.
This series continues to be a wonderful surprise. Although the plot follows the main characters from the previous books, the authors repeatedly infuse new and different situations into the story to keep it interesting and page turning. They also drop titillating hints about some minor characters that lets you know they are going to be taking a major role in the story soon that entices you to read further. Pearls of wisdom and encouraging snippets that are as pertinent to the characters as they are to the present continue to inspire.
Again, this book comes with a high recommendation from me. The story just keeps getting more remarkable and engrossing with each volume. This can be read as a standalone because enough background information is supplied that you can follow the plot but to get the full impact of these wonderful chronicles, start with the first, you will be glad you did.
This series continues to be a wonderful surprise. Although the plot follows the main characters from the previous books, the authors repeatedly infuse new and different situations into the story to keep it interesting and page turning. They also drop titillating hints about some minor characters that lets you know they are going to be taking a major role in the story soon that entices you to read further. Pearls of wisdom and encouraging snippets that are as pertinent to the characters as they are to the present continue to inspire.
Again, this book comes with a high recommendation from me. The story just keeps getting more remarkable and engrossing with each volume. This can be read as a standalone because enough background information is supplied that you can follow the plot but to get the full impact of these wonderful chronicles, start with the first, you will be glad you did.
October 17, 2018
As her beloved city of Richmond is transformed into a deadly Civil War battlefield, spirited Carrie Cromwell puts her medical skills to work in a Confederate hospital. While she fights to save unknown soldiers, the one she cares about the most is lost to her when Robert disappears in battle. She must also deal with a family secret that has finally come to light.
Meanwhile, Rose and Moses have found freedom at last - only to be separated by war. Can Moses, now a Union spy, elude those who are searching for him as a runaway slave, and also help those he thought he would never see again?
Rose, inspired by a revolutionary young speaker, becomes a teacher in the contraband camps.
Good insight into the medical aspects of Civil War. Care of the soldiers and the slaves with traditional medicine and herbs.
Meanwhile, Rose and Moses have found freedom at last - only to be separated by war. Can Moses, now a Union spy, elude those who are searching for him as a runaway slave, and also help those he thought he would never see again?
Rose, inspired by a revolutionary young speaker, becomes a teacher in the contraband camps.
Good insight into the medical aspects of Civil War. Care of the soldiers and the slaves with traditional medicine and herbs.
May 13, 2013
The third book in the Bregdan Chronicles by Ginny Dye. A captivating continuation of the story of the Cromwell family and their plantation during the Civil War (1862-1863). The word Bregdan is a Gaelic term that means weaving. This book weaves the lives of the people of the plantation. The lives of Thomas Cromwell and his daughter Carrie, their slaves and friends on both sides of the conflict are constantly intersecting. How will the struggle of the residents of Richmond end? How will the slaves who have run away and those who are already free affect the war effort? Each new development in this book keeps the reader wanting to read more.
July 19, 2016
This is the best series on the Civil War I have ever read. Historical fiction, and sometimes also falling under the 'romance' label, don't let the romance label put you off! This is much more than that, and yes there is an undercurrent of love but that is part of the beautiful tapestry that delves more deeply into civil war history than I had ever known. So far a 9 book series, I will be reading every one of them. Each character is written uniquely and realistically and the reader is transported to the battlefields, the horrors, hopes and emotion in this most unique of wars. Read the series! You will not be disappointed.
September 28, 2014
I can't get enough of the characters in this series!
This, the third book in this series keeps me wanting for more. The characters came alive for me through this talented authors writing. Like the Author I am also a history buff. Especially for the Civil war era. I mostly read Southern historical fiction. out of the many books I've read this series is definitely one of my favorites. I am anxiously about to begin book four in this series. Carrie Cromwell has come to life for me and I can't wait to see what happens next in the story of her life.
This, the third book in this series keeps me wanting for more. The characters came alive for me through this talented authors writing. Like the Author I am also a history buff. Especially for the Civil war era. I mostly read Southern historical fiction. out of the many books I've read this series is definitely one of my favorites. I am anxiously about to begin book four in this series. Carrie Cromwell has come to life for me and I can't wait to see what happens next in the story of her life.
June 27, 2015
I continue to be compelled to read this series. In this book, the reader sees more of the feelings of the characters. Carrie and Robert are still in love,but they cannot see how a marriage could be successful because of their different beliefs about slavery. Robert takes off again on the side of the Confederacy. Carrie abhors the idea. Her father continues to try to help the governor keep Richmond from being invaded by the Northern soldiers. Carrie begins volunteering in the hospital that has been set up for the wounded. Then, Robert turns up on a missing in action list.
August 4, 2016
Spring Will Come is the third book in the Bregdan Chronicle series. While the Civil War rages on, Carrie Cromwell aids the suffering in Richmond while her beloved Robert is missing in action. The injustices and horrors of war are revealed and the reader is allowed to relive what it was like during these tragic days in US History. Vividly described, emotionally charged, thought provoking and morally challenging are words I would use to describe this novel. While very detailed, it is read easily and I look forward to continuing the story in Dark Chaos, the 4th book in the series.
April 26, 2016
A good book. I enjoy Civil War fiction, and this 3rd book in the Bregdan Chronicles covers the years 1862-62 during the Civil War. Some of the descriptions are a little over-the-top: "Her green eyes exploded with excitement." Really? They exploded? Some of that is a little distracting and more of the bodice-ripping genre, but for the most part I am enjoying this series and will be reading Book 4 soon.
July 4, 2016
This series is nice because it is a somewhat sanitized Christian historical fiction about the Civil War. So far, every book has a lot of bible references and talks constantly about using God's love to learn to forgive others. So far, all of the likable main characters have survived battles, struggles in the South etc. I like that I feel uplifted while reading these. Also, all of the main characters are from the South, so that perspective has been good.
October 26, 2014
I am hooked on this series - already beginning on #4 of this series. In #3, we learn more about the hardships endured during the Civil War and an especially hard winter. Anyone reading this particular review will have already read one or two of the Bregdan Chronicles and is not looking for another rave review. Anyone who hasn't already read one or two of the series...should! Great books -
March 6, 2015
This is the third book of the Bregdan Chronicles. Any remarks other then that the book is good would be a spoiler so I'll just say I will soon be reading book 4. I do recommend this series to anyone who enjoys reading history, especially history about the war between the states, or the Civil War as some call it.
August 20, 2015
I loved how Ginny Dye put human faces on all the aspects of the Civil War. Until now I only had a vague idea of what the Civil War was like even though I had an ancestor that fought on the Rebel side. Now I can imagine what he went through and how it possibly effected my great, great, great grandmother. Carrie Cromwell is a great stong female protagnist. I can really identify wiht her.
July 23, 2016
HISTORICAL FICTION AT ITS BEST THROUGH THE EYES OF CARRIE CROMWELL DURING THE CIVIL WAR
Spring Will Come is part of the continuing story of heroine, Carrie Cromwell, her loves, tragedies, and experiences in Richmond, VA while under siege during the Civil War. As all of Ginny Dye's books it was impossible to put it down -- I loved it!
Spring Will Come is part of the continuing story of heroine, Carrie Cromwell, her loves, tragedies, and experiences in Richmond, VA while under siege during the Civil War. As all of Ginny Dye's books it was impossible to put it down -- I loved it!
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