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Read [Jennifer Chiaverini Book] ^ The Spymistress: A Novel Online * PDF eBook or Kindle ePUB free. The Spymistress: A Novel When her native state seceded in April 1861, Van Lew’s convictions compelled her to defy the new Confederate regime. New York Times bestselling author Jennifer Chiaverini is back with another enthralling historical novel set during the Civil War era, this time inspired by the life of “a true Union woman as true as steel” who risked everything by caring for Union prisoners of war — and stealing Confederate secrets. Born to slave-holding aristocracy in Richmon
| Title | : | The Spymistress: A Novel |
| Author | : | |
| Rating | : | 4.50 (853 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0142180882 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 384 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2014-05-06 |
| Language | : | English |
When her native state seceded in April 1861, Van Lew’s convictions compelled her to defy the new Confederate regime. New York Times bestselling author Jennifer Chiaverini is back with another enthralling historical novel set during the Civil War era, this time inspired by the life of “a true Union woman as true as steel” who risked everything by caring for Union prisoners of war — and stealing Confederate secrets. Born to slave-holding aristocracy in Richmond, Virginia, and educated by Northern Quakers, Elizabeth Van Lew was a paradox of her time. She helped to construct the Richmond Underground and orchestrated escapes from the infamous Confederate Libby Prison under the guise of humanitarian aid. Her spy ring’s reach was vast, from clerks in the Confederate War and Navy Departments to the very home of Confederate President Jefferson Davis.Although Van Lew was inducted posthumously into the Military Intelligence Hall of Fame, the astonishing scope of her achievements has never been widely known. Pledging her loyalty to the Lincoln White House, her courage would never waver, even as her wartime actions threatened not only her reputation, but also her life.Van Lew’s skills in gathering military intelligence were unparalleled. In Chiaverini’s riveting tale of high-stakes espionage, a gr
. Lincoln’s Dressmaker. A graduate of Notre Dame and the University of Chicago, she lives in Madison, Wisconsin, with her husband and two sons. JENNIFER CHIAVERINI is the author of the New York Times bestselling Elm Creek Quilts series and Mrs
--Susan Maguire . Readers of historical and inspirational fiction will admire Van Lew’s courage and commitment to her principles and the bravery of her ring of spies. When her beloved Richmond becomes the capitol of the Confederacy, Van Lew uses her social standing, her family fortune, and an appeal to Christian charity to minister to the needs of Union prisoners. Soon she is passing messages to the North and recruiting an ever-growing network of Unionists to help her. Meanwhile, she feasts on fast days, frees her slaves as far as she legally can, and hollows out eggs to transport messages. Lincoln’s Dressmaker (2013) with the story of the intrepid leader of a Union spy ring, Elizabeth Van Lew. She maintains a facade of loyalty—and she is loyal to Virginia, if not the Confederacy—by temporarily housing high-ranking Confederates or hosting a party for her nephew’s brigade. From Booklist Chi
"I would recommend it highly" according to Kathleen Sekula. This book was about the Civil War and the Women who helped the North in Virginia. The only violence was talk of the war. I found it an extremely well written book. I have read the quilt series and wondered how this book would be. I would recommend it highly.. bring history to life This was very good book. It took history and made a great story out of it with lots of suspense, excitement, sadness and happiness. I have had many people read it. It is so worth while.. Joyce M. Burgess said A very informitive book. I She made the life. A very informitive book. IShe made the life of the people of Richmond come alive during the civil war. The hardships they endured, and the dangerous life of the spy's for both the north and the south.
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