The Mirk and Midnight Hour

Set in Civil War Mississippi, this Gothic thriller follows seventeen-year-old Violet Dancey as she navigates love and danger amidst war, voodoo, and family turmoil. When she discovers a severely injured Union soldier in the woods, her feelings become complicated by suspicions and the shadows that threaten her home. With atmospheric storytelling and rich imagery, the novel blends romance, mystery, and chilling elements to keep readers captivated.