Christmas at Carnton
Christmas at Carnton by Tamera Alexander, published by Thomas Nelson on October 2, 2018, is a historical fiction novel that unfolds during the Civil War era. This 272-page book tells the tender love story of Aletta Prescott, a recently widowed mother struggling to provide for her son, and Captain Jake Winston, a wounded Confederate soldier. As they navigate their personal challenges amidst the backdrop of war and the fading dream of the Confederacy, they discover the true meaning of Christmas and sacrificial love.
Readers will find a narrative that explores themes of healing and trust, as Aletta and Jake’s chance meeting leads to an unexpected friendship. Set against the historical context of the Carnton Plantation in Franklin, Tennessee, the story highlights the significance of community and faith during difficult times. With elements of romance and a focus on clean and wholesome values, Christmas at Carnton offers a heartfelt exploration of hope renewed and faith restored during the holiday season.
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“This tender love story between two wounded people whom God brings together for healing is a book readers will enjoy anytime–but especially at Christmas!” –Francine Rivers, New York Times bestselling author of Redeeming Love and A Voice in the Wind
Amid war and the fading dream of the Confederacy, a wounded soldier and a destitute widow discover the true meaning of Christmas–and sacrificial love.
Recently widowed, Aletta Prescott struggles to hold life together for herself and her six-year-old son. With the bank threatening to evict them, she discovers an advertisement for the Women’s Relief Society auction and applies for a position–only to discover it’s been filled. Then a chance meeting with a wounded soldier offers another opportunity–and friendship. But can Aletta trust this man
Captain Jake Winston, a revered Confederate sharpshooter, suffered a head wound at the Battle of Chickamauga. When doctors deliver their diagnosis, Jake fears losing not only his greatest skill but his very identity. As he heals, Jake is ordered to assist with a local Women’s Relief Society auction. He respectfully objects. Kowtowing to a bunch of “crinolines” isn’t his idea of soldiering. But orders are orders, and he soon discovers this group of ladies–one, in particular–is far more than he bargained for.
Set against the backdrop and history of the Carnton Plantation in Franklin, Tennessee, Christmas at Carnton is a story of hope renewed and faith restored at Christmas.
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