Across the Pond Manuscript Enhancement -- 2

I have a 54-page draft titled “Across the Pond” that chronicles real events and emotions tied to transatlantic life in the early 20th century. I’m happy with the core story, yet the text needs polishing so readers feel fully immersed without losing the era’s voice.

Scope
• Refine wording, flow, and structure while carefully maintaining the original language and expressions I’ve used.
• Verify and, where needed, subtly reinforce historical details and facts so every reference rings true.
• Keep the nostalgic, reflective tone front and center—readers should sense the quiet emotion beneath each passage.
• Strengthen storytelling elements: pacing, transitions, and character depth, ensuring every chapter lands with emotional impact.
• Return a clean, publication-ready file plus a version with tracked changes so I can review line-by-line decisions.

I’m looking for someone experienced in historical or memoir copy-editing, comfortable balancing authenticity with clarity. Familiarity with style guides such as Chicago or APA is welcome, but not mandatory if your edits remain consistent and period-appropriate.

If you love history, value small linguistic nuances, and can elevate narrative without overshadowing the author’s voice, I’d love to see samples of comparable work and discuss timelines.