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They Met At Shiloh (The Shiloh Series, #1) [Kindle Edition]

Phillip Bryant
3.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (32 customer reviews)

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Pittsburg Landing was a place at peace—one that never expected to be the site for one of the bloodiest battles of the Civil War. Peace is shattered as Confederate and Federal troops meet on the fields and farms surrounding a tiny Methodist church. In the midst of death and destruction, friendships form as four soldiers struggle to survive the battle.

Forced to leave his position as minister, Phillip Pearson knows his life is in danger, but not just from the Confederates. The Harper family, incensed at Pearson's refusal to bury a philandering son, has a vendetta against him that is played out on the battlefield.

Demoted from his command by a West Point graduate, Capt.Michael Greirson is forced to choose between ambition and duty.

When a bumbling youth becomes his shadow, Private Robert Mitchell gains an unlikely friend—something that has been missing from his life. Afraid to trust, he is forced to confront those fears and depend on others in the heat of battle.

War is an adventure to Private Stephen Murdoch and his best friend, William Banks. For months they dream of the glory of war before volunteering together. On the eve of battle, they sense something momentous is about to happen. Their idealistic views fade in the blood of their fallen comrades.

Of the 40,000 Confederates and 30,000 Federals about to come face to face along the banks of the Tennessee River, these four soldiers will experience fear and questions of faith for what lies beyond. Two days of horrific fighting turn boys into men and sever the sacred bonds of comradeship in the bloodiest days of the war.

Special launch pricing of $0.99 for the month of March for the launch of book #2, A Certain Death available now for Kindle.


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About the Author

Phillip M. Bryant attended the University of New Mexico and earned his bachelor's degree in history and with a minor in American studies. He has been active in local New Mexico reenacting and on the national level is a member of the 23rd SNY as part of the Army of the Pacific, 1st Federal Division. He has been researching the American Civil War for over 25 years. His sources have included diary accounts, autobiographies, historical monographs and first-hand reports on the actions taken 150 ago published in the War of the Rebellion battle reports and War Department communications.

Phillip served 15 years in the Army, New Mexico National Guard, with the 44th Army Band in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
  

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  • File Size: 490 KB
  • Print Length: 298 pages
  • Sold by: Amazon Digital Services, Inc.
  • Language: English
  • ASIN: B005FCAIDW
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36 of 36 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars Serious Historical Fiction December 29, 2011
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'They Met at Shiloh' follows four men across the battlefield of Shiloh during the American Civil War. Each man must fight not only the battle set before him, but internal wars as well.

To the interested reader, to the person who wants to know more about Shiloh and the cog this battle fit in the larger scheme, this book may be helpful. Even more valuable, if someone asks 'what was it like to be a soldier in the western theatre of the Civil War,' 'They Met at Shiloh' is highly recommended.

To the average reader, this novel may feel somewhat sluggish, especially at the beginning.

Bryant brings to life the soldiers who fought for a variety of reasons, risking their lives for their 'pards' and their country. Well researched, well thought out, and well worth the money.
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23 of 25 people found the following review helpful
3.0 out of 5 stars Good story spoiled by poor editing March 8, 2012
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The story itself is captivating. I enjoyed the experience of Shiloh from the divergent points of view of the different soldiers on both sides, and at times could find myself caught up in the action. However sloppy syntax and gross grammatical errors kicked me out of the Civil War and back to reality way too many times. Seriously, "revile" for "reveille?" And as a good Catholic girl, I can tell you that the dying are given last "rites," not "rights." There were multiple errors of this type that really spoiled the flow of the story. On several occasions, poor syntax and uncertain pronouns left me unsure as to which character was being featured. This story deserves a good editing job to clean it up, and turn it into a 5 star book.
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16 of 17 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Possibly one of the BEST Civil War novels... March 7, 2012
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I have read many, many Civil War novels over the years and honestly, this is one of the very best. There is a complete and definite sense of authenticity. With each and every chapter, I have felt that I am eavesdropping on the soliders and circumstances. Nothing more need be said...read this book.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
2.0 out of 5 stars They Met at Shiloh
After visiting Shiloh, I got this book thinking I would have a good feel for the times. But there were so many characters, I just couldn't get into it as I wanted to. Read more
Published 6 days ago by Mary
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Civil War Novel
This was a really good Civil War novel and a very well written book. If you are in to Civil War stories, this is a good one.
Published 22 days ago by Two Fifty
4.0 out of 5 stars True History
Phillip Bryant has vast knowledge of the American Civil War which he successfully ties together in this multifaceted tale. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Suzanne Williams
4.0 out of 5 stars Battle of Shiloh Review
I enjoyed the personal view of the battle of Shiloh. Sometimes I found jumping from character to character made things confusing. Read more
Published 1 month ago by roneh
3.0 out of 5 stars I'll finish it
Since I live near Shiloh, I thought this would be a good book to read. It doesn't draw you into the characters as there are so many to keep up with. Read more
Published 1 month ago by peglish
4.0 out of 5 stars History
Good read for someone who enjoys the history of America. Now I only need about ten more words to complete this.
Published 1 month ago by Beau Bear
4.0 out of 5 stars Good history read
Phillip Bryant make the story of this tragic time human and personal. His understanding of common soldiers on both sides makes this all the more real
Published 1 month ago by don
3.0 out of 5 stars Civil war buff
This book gives the horendous conditions during this time but is a little hard to follow which side is which as each chapter
goes back and forth.
Published 2 months ago by Terry Drosendahl
4.0 out of 5 stars Good civil war history story
Liked how author wove the story together, and also did justice to hostorical background.
I would buy another book by this author
Published 3 months ago by ted bryson
3.0 out of 5 stars Civil war novel
I liked the narrative of this novel. It was easy to follow and provided some information that I didn't know about the Civil War
Published 4 months ago by Jim Sullivan
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More About the Author

Phillip M. Bryant attended the University of New Mexico and earned his bachelor's degree in history and with a minor in American studies. He has been active in local New Mexico reenacting and on the national level is a member of the 23rd SNY as part of the Army of the Pacific, 1st Federal Division. He has been researching the American Civil War for over 25 years. His sources have included diary accounts, autobiographies, historical monographs and first-hand reports on the actions taken 150 ago published in the War of the Rebellion battle reports and War Department communications.

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