Twelve-year-old Charlotte lives on a plantation in Richmond, Virginia,
where the American Civil War is raging. All around her, citizens and the
Confederate army are fighting to protect slavery -- the very thing
Charlotte wishes would end. When she overhears the plantation owner
conspiring against the Confederates, Charlotte knows she must join
forces with her. Maybe together they can help the Union win the war and
end slavery. Helping a spy is dangerous work, but Charlotte is willing
to risk everything to fight for what is right -- justice for all people.
Nonfiction material on the Civil War, a glossary, discussion questions,
and writing prompts are also provided.