The Worst Enemy

A Civil War tale of friendship and survival in the West.

Jemmy Martin, a Texan farm boy, joins the Confederate Army to protect his mules, finding himself in the midst of the New Mexico campaign. After the Battle of Valverde, he becomes the protector of Willie, an orphaned drummer boy. Meanwhile, Cian Lochlann, an Irish immigrant seeking a better life, enlists in the Union Army. Both boys are drawn toward Glorieta Pass, where the decisive battle will test their courage and force them to confront their worst enemy.

Set against the backdrop of the American Civil War, this historical fiction explores themes of friendship, loyalty, and moral conflict. Perfect for young readers interested in Civil War history and coming-of-age stories.