Review: Five Stars for The Thackery Journal
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 02 22, 2014
When Jacob Thackery enlists to serve in the Confederate army, he decides to keep a journal of his experiences. His role in the Civil War is part of a shocking conspiracy. Does Jacob realize the part he is about to play? Or, is he an innocent victim of power-hungry leaders intent on bringing down the President of the United States.Before I began reading The Thackery Journal, I wasn't sure if I'd like the book. Though I've enjoyed some Civil War fiction in the past, I'm not usually a fan of conspiracy theories. This story gripped me early on, probably because of the author's skill in crafting sympathetic, likable characters. I enjoyed the human element in this story and the author's ability to show the toll the war took on the country. As the country begins to take sides in the war, states battle neighboring states, brothers war against brothers, and families are ripped apart. The story focuses on certain characters (Aaron Thackery, Jacob Thackery, Miles, and others), but also explores the war as a whole and is interspersed with historical facts that bring the time period to life.This story is very well-written. It was a captivating read that kept me turning the pages late into the evening and past my bedtime. The author definitely had me wondering, "What if?" as I read this book. I'd recommend The Thackery Journal to anyone who enjoys historical fiction or alternate history.