The Change (The Chesson Valley Series)

Peter Brenton is a scarred man—both physically and emotionally. The cruelty that he witnessed and the sufferings he endured have left him broken, cynical, and questioning where the Lord has been for the last four years. He and his friends had not asked for the American Civil War, but it had still come, drawing them into the conflict regardless of their own personal feelings towards the issues at stake. He took up arms to defend Virginia, but he never imagined just how long the war would last, or how devastating the effects would be.As he returns home from the army, he finds that he is not the only one left with scars from the bloody struggle. The war had left its mark far closer to his home than he could have realized.In the months that follow, Peter strives to resume his former life, but it does nothing to lighten the darkness settling in his heart. He cannot move past his bitterness, and though he attempts to continue his close relationships with those around him, he finds his most cherished friendships slipping away. The war had changed so much, and it was impossible to ignore the results. Slowly, Peter realizes that he must admit that things cannot stay the same, not for himself, his family, or his friends. The only question that remains is what he will do in response.