Rebel Light — Marilyn Turk

She ran away from the war only to find herself in the middle of it. Who will protect her now? It's 1861, Florida has seceded from the Union, and residents of Pensacola evacuate inland to escape the impending war. But Kate McFarlane's impulsive act of rebellion changes her life and that of many others in ways she never expected. As a result, Kate finds herself with an eccentric aunt in an unfamiliar place. Lieutenant Clay Harris, a handsome Confederate officer, offers a chance for romance, but his actions make Kate question his character. When a hurricane brings an injured shipwrecked sailor from the Union blockade to her aunt's house, Kate fights attraction to the man while hiding him from Clay. She's determined to warn her sea captain father about the blockade, but needs someone to help her. Who can she trust - her ally or her enemy? “Rebel Light by Marilyn Turk is an absolutely delightful yet compelling read. If you like Civil War stories, romance, and heart-pounding action, you will love this book!” --- Kathi Macias, award-winning writer of more than 50 books, including Red Ink, Golden Scrolls Novel of the Year. “Rare is the novel that explores deep issues such as life on the Civil War home front, slavery, racism, and finding true love through the lives of compelling characters. Marilyn Turk achieves this and more in Rebel Light, a story that touches your conscience and your heart.” --- Henry McLaughlin, award-winning author of Journey to Riverbend. “Rebel Light is a sprawling look into a turbulent past that slowly ratchets up the tension and romance in a way sure to delight fans of sweet historical fiction. The setting is deftly drawn, putting one firmly into Civil War era Florida with eye-opening clarity. I like a book that transports me to another time and place, and this fit the bill. Well done, Ms. Turk!”--- Linore Rose Burkard, Award-winning author of Regency breakout novels for the CBA.