Nathaniel Starbuck is a Copperhead, a northerner who fights for the rebellious south in the American Civil War. General McClellan leads the northern forces to the gates of Richmond, the rebel capital. The survival of the Confederacy depends not just on defeating McClellan's huge army but also on outfoxing Allen Pinkerton, the North's spymaster, whose agents reach into the heart of the South's government and army.
Bernard Cornwell
Bernard Cornwell is a renowned British author known for his historical fiction works, particularly his Sharpe series set during the Napoleonic Wars. His writing style is vivid and immersive, bringing history to life with meticulous research and compelling storytelling. Cornwell's contributions to literature include popularizing historical fiction and inspiring a new generation of readers.