This book was addicting, I was constantly trying to find out what happened in the summer of 1862. I wanted to know more about Birdie, Edward, Lucy and what happened and how it connected to the present day. I love how the author wrote the book, jumping from time to time. I wish I could of heard more about the secretive love between birdie and Edward, I thought it was very special and it could of added a twist to the story, which is why I gave this book a 4 and not a 5. It was an amazing book though, definitely a good read if you love history.