Publisher's Synopsis
Emma Dyke has run away from home to join the Union Army. Escaping a possible marriage arranged by her aloof father, she needs to find Ruben, the man she cherishes, who has already left to fight in the Civil War. Emma makes her way to Detroit where she disguises herself as a man and enlists in the army. She and her three "bunkies," their rude sergeant, and alluring captain form uneasy bonds as the 24th Michigan makes its way to its first battle at Fredericksburg, Virginia. Emma's journey from stubborn, naive young woman, to battle-hardened soldier is one of determination, deception, courage and love amidst the backdrop of the most wrenching period in our nation's history. Emma's War is Stephanie Zinn's second work of published fiction. A health care marketing professional and former sports reporter, she is currently at work on a new novel based in Jamaica, where she lived for six years in the 1980s. Stephanie lives in Michigan with her husband, George (Philip) Zinn, 1 dog, 2 cats, 19 chickens, 14 ducks and 3 turkeys."
