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Girl in Blue

ISBN: 0439676460

Title: Girl in Blue

Author: Ann Rinaldi

KDL Description:

Determined to live her own life free of the controls of any man, Sara Louisa Wheelock disguises herself as a man and sets off from her home in Michigan to fight as a soldier in the Civil War.
Lexile Level: 680
Guided Reading Level: NR

Amazon Description:

The year is 1861. When spirited teenager Sarah Louisa learns that she is to be married off to her despicable neighbor, she runs away from home. Disguising herself as a boy, Sarah boldly joins the army—and before long is a soldier in the Civil War. Sarah navigates the joys and hardships of army life, all the while struggling to keep her true identity a secret. But Sarah’s real adventure is only just beginning. A chance encounter with a detective soon draws her into a web of mystery, intrigue, and romance—and Sarah’s courage will be put to the test as never before.