Across Five Aprils

Firefly & Fern Summary

Set during the American Civil War, this compelling historical novel follows young Jethro Creighton as he navigates the complexities of war from his family's Illinois farm. Through letters, news, and visits from soldiers, Jethro witnesses how the conflict tears apart communities and families, forcing him to grow up quickly and grapple with difficult moral questions about loyalty, justice, and what it means to be a man.