The Mountain Above the Winding River

About the Book

Billy has loved the slave girl Nellies for as long as he can remember, but Old Albert, the boy's father, has repeatedly warned Billy that if he impregnates the girl, she'll be sold. The old man has had his way with many a pretty slave on the Dayton plantation, so he's fearful his sons might impregnate their half-sisters. Sure enough in 1859, Nellie bears Billy a son. He arranges for her to go North; however, and iniquitous slaver captures her. Billy won't see Nellie again until he fights at Shiloh and Gettysburg and escapes from infamous Camp Douglas.

About the Author

Mr. Day is a prolific writer. He has penned two other novels and several short stories. His writing style is refreshingly well structured and articulate. The author breaks new ground with this manuscript and leaves the reader wanting more.