Girl in Blue — Ann Rinaldi

THE YEAR IS 1861. When spirited teenager Sarah Louisa learns that she is to be married off to her despicable neighbor, she runs away from home. Disguising herself as a boy, Sarah boldly joins the army -- and before long is a soldier in the Civil War.

Sarah navigates the joys and hardships of army life, all the while struggling to keep her true identity a secret. But Sarah's real adventure is only just beginning. A chance encounter with a detective soon draws her into a web of mystery, intrigue, and romance ... and Sarah's courage will be put to the test as never before.