Review: Compelling account of the battle on Missionary Ridge!
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 09 1, 2013
The Civil War saw thousands of Canadians enlisting to join the Americans in battle. Shared from the viewpoint of Jack Burns and his daughter Kitt, this beautifully touching novella relates the journey that both experience during the time of Jack's service. It also communicates both distinctly and figuratively, why many Canadians took up arms alongside their American neighbours.Kitt Burns has her heart so entwined with her Pappy's that she is present with him and his regiment in spirit; always encouraging and always inspiring. Kitt is staying on at her Pappy's farm in Chestnut, Nova Scotia, with her Aunt and Uncle. A profound and spiritual child, she can be found sitting in tall grass under peaceful blue skies while Janey her tabby cat wanders nearby; and can be seen deep in thought, lifting prayers to heaven, and frequently scribbling down inspired poetry with flair and an astute insight that continues to flourish as the days pass. Kitt's letters and poems to her Pappy bring light to an otherwise dark place on earth.Jack Burns is on the battlefield in western Tennessee with his regiment and other platoons waiting for orders. He's made a promise to Kitt that he will one day come walking down that winding dusty road toward his farm and his daughter, and he means to keep his promise. But to do that, the war needs to finish. And he will have to face an extremely dangerous attack against an impregnable Missionary Ridge as a step in that direction.Murray and Micaela Pura have together penned a mesmerizing and touching account of one of the most important battles in the history of the Civil War. Complimenting this compelling story are the pensive and discerning poems beautifully composed by Micaela. Highly recommended!