The Prisoner of the Mill; or, Captain Hayward's "Body Guard"

"The Prisoner of the Mill; or, Captain Hayward's 'Body Guard'" by Harry Hazelton is a Civil War-era tale exploring themes of duty and sacrifice. The story centers on Captain Hayward, a Union officer burdened by visions of impending doom and determined to shield his fearless sister, Mamie, as she navigates the battlefield at his side. As Hayward prepares to confront Confederate forces, his loyal servant, William Nettleton, becomes entangled in a murder mystery that will expose hidden truths and challenge the bonds of loyalty within the camp. This story begins by immersing you in the lives and concerns of Union soldiers, whose emotional and professional life is shaken by terrible and shocking events.