An Extraordinary Union
An Extraordinary Union
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2017
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Virginia • 1860s
2017
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In An Extraordinary Union, Alyssa Cole presents a gripping Civil War romance featuring a woman with a photographic memory who works as a spy for the Union. Disguised as a slave, she collaborates with a Pinkerton detective undercover as a Confederate, navigating danger and espionage to deliver vital information crucial to the war effort.
Romantic
Emotional
Adventurous
Inspirational
Mysterious
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
An Extraordinary Union by Alyssa Cole is lauded for its compelling narrative and rich historical setting during the Civil War. Readers appreciate the strong, resourceful characters and the unique spy romance plot. Criticisms focus on occasional pacing issues and some implausible plot points. Overall, the book delivers a gripping and emotive story.
Who Should Read An Extraordinary Union?
Readers who enjoy An Extraordinary Union by Alyssa Cole likely appreciate historical romance with strong, diverse characters. Fans of Beverly Jenkins’ Indigo or Kate Quinn’s The Alice Network will find similar intrigue and depth in its Civil War spy narrative and themes of courage and love.
11,348 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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Novel • Fiction
Virginia • 1860s
2017
Adult
18+ years
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