I'm sure that there are some holes in this plot that a Civil War buff would spot but if there are discrepancies, I don't know enough to know they're there. Anton creates some vivid characters who actually seem to be mid 19th century people. I did catch a few bloopers such as a mention of rubber bands but overall, I didn't get the impression of 21st century people in hoop skirts. The concealed identity plot becomes a MOC one that leads to one semi misunderstanding which thankfully doesn't go on for too long. If you're looking for a nice Civil War era book, Emily's Captain earns a B from me. One slight warning though.... there is a miscarriage during the course of the book and the heroine's family actually owns slaves. Of course they treat (and treated) them all well but it's a change from the usual Southern family who can not be allowed to be unPC
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