Without Warning: The Saga of Gettysburg, A Reluctant Union Hero, and the Men He Inspired Paperback – 15 March 2021

If you are a military history fan and have an interest in the American Civil War then this is a book you should read. Most novels about the Battle of Gettysburg tend to concentrate on the Confederate side of the battle. This book looks at the battle from the Union aspect and from the point of view of the commander of the Army of the Potomac, George Gordon Meade, in particular. It’s a whopping 700 pages + long but I read it, in the evenings, over the course of a week and found it really difficult to put down. Characterisations are spot on and, as far as I can judge, the novel is historically correct as regards the battle, troop movements etc. Recommended!

A fascinating book about the events leading up to the battle of Gettysburn on July 1 - July 3, 1863. Well researched and detailed account of the various Union leaders. Highly recommend.

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Although fictional it gives great insight into the behavior of major participants. Factual account. Not a battle book but rather a personality presentation. Best effort in quite some time. Part of a proposed trilogy. Looking forward to third volume on the retreat.

This is a big, 725 page gift to readers. Terry Pierce does an incredible job for a beginning writer. I heard it compared with my first and all-time favorite fiction book “Killer Angels” and it is an apt comparison. This is George Gordon Meade’s story in all his angry, cussing personality and it’s a sympathetic but rich portrayal of the victor of Gettysburg. Meade has received very little attention in history books, in fact, many books make Meade’s presence an afterthought but in this book, the battle revolves around the irascible general.I have never liked Sickles and Pierce paints that general just as I imagine him. I also loved that Gouv Warren gets to shine as he too is often overlooked. Kudos to Mr. Pierce. Don’t allow the size of this powerful fiction book put you off, its worth every minute. Readers will find this compelling reading as they are pulled into the madness, and maelstrom of battle. I already knew the ending but it didn’t matter I was swept up in this story. I am so glad I read this book and you will be as well.