The Civil War is dividing the country. As the war rages into Amelia Grafton's Maryland town, people's passions force them to take sides. Amelia watches as loyalty turns to hatred- pitting neighbors against one another and pulling families apart.

Amelia and her best friends Josh make a pact not to take sides. But when the Confederate army marches into town with Josh's uncle in command, their special pact is put to the ultimate test.

Can Josh and Amelia's friendship survive a war that's ripping the country apart?