Simon The Fiddler by Paulette Jiles

Set in the aftermath of the American Civil War, the story follows a young, talented fiddler who is conscripted into the Confederate army. After the war, he embarks on a journey across Texas, driven by his passion for music and a longing to reunite with a captivating Irish governess he met during his service. As he travels with a ragtag band of musicians, he encounters the challenges of a nation in recovery, the complexities of love, and the pursuit of dreams in a world marked by uncertainty and change.

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