The Trouble with Cass is an exciting and romantic novel set in the Civil War era. This story captivates the reader with it's intrigue, adventures, and misadventures. The catastrophe of the Civil War shatters and changes the lives of all who live through it. Cass Brooks is a beautiful, intelligent, and resourceful young woman with few scruples. An enigma, she is capable of both good and evil, with acts of heroism, selfishness, and villainy. The nineteen year-old-daughter of a wealthy builder in rural Indiana, she uses her power, money and charm to get what she wants, including her sister's boyfriend. An underlying murder plot full of twists and turns develops. That's only the beginning of Cass' adventuresome and often bizarre life. The battle scenes are vivid and relevant to this romantic tale. An unforgetable ending makes this an engrossing and exciting read for any age.