Across Five Aprils by Irene Hunt, tells the story of Jethro Creighton who is just nine-years-old as America is on the cusp of a civil war. Both his brother Tom, and cousin Eb are both of fighting age. As loyalties are divided, the family is pulled into the conflict between the North and South. Their family bonds are put through the test in this dire coming of age story. Paperback, 224 pages.
