No Certain Rest by Jim Lehrer

The novel revolves around the discovery of a mysterious skeleton at the Antietam battlefield, which sets off a chain of events involving a National Park Service archaeologist named Don Spaniel. As Spaniel delves deeper into the investigation, he uncovers secrets that intertwine with historical events from the Civil War, revealing personal and political intrigues. The narrative explores themes of history, identity, and the lingering impact of the past on the present, as Spaniel navigates through layers of deception and truth to uncover the story behind the remains.