The Last April

Set in Ohio after the Civil War, "The Last April" follows fifteen-year-old Gretchen as she strives to promote reconciliation in a fractured nation. When she discovers an amnesiac Confederate in her garden and learns of Lincoln's assassination, she faces complex questions about loyalty, trust, and the meaning of healing. This thoughtful novella explores themes of fear, hope, and the challenge of rebuilding amidst political unrest.