Historical Fiction Feature: Noble Cause by Jessica James

Winner of numerous national awards and an Amazon bestselling author, Jessica James has received critical acclaim for this page-turning story of honor, self-sacrifice, and enduring love. Praised by both historians and romance readers since its original release in 2008, the award-winning historical fiction novel Shades of Gray now has a new ending in this special 150th Anniversary of the Civil War Commemorative Edition entitled Noble Cause. James uniquely blends elements of romantic and historical fiction in this deeply personal and poignant tale that, according to one reviewer, “transcends the pages to settle in the very marrow of the reader’s bones.” This is the tale of Colonel Alexander Hunter, a dauntless and daring Confederate cavalry officer, who, with his band of intrepid outcasts, becomes a legend in the rolling hills of northern Virginia. Inspired by love of country and guided by a sense of duty and honor, Hunter must make a desperate choice when he discovers the woman he promised his dying brother he would protect is the Union spy he vowed to his men he would destroy. Readers will discover the fine line between friends and enemies when the paths of these two tenacious foes cross by the fates of war and their destinies become entwined forever.

According to the author's website, this book came about as a result of numerous romance readers requesting a more "happily ever after" ending for their beloved characters in Shades of Gray. Having read the first book, I know what they mean. I loved the story, but I must have cried a river of tears over it.

Jessica James is holding book signings in Maryland, Pennsylvania, and Virginia for this book's release. You can find out more at http://www.jessicajamesbooks.com/.

Tiny bit of personal trivia: I used to hate Civil War period romances. I guess reading tastes really do change. :)