great historical fiction. ( )

Another book by Anderson, historical fiction, told from the perspective of a young slave girl during the Revolutionary War. Very good so far. ( )

As the Revolutionary War begins, 13-year-old Isabel wages her own fight...for freedom. Promised freedom upon the death of their owner, she and her sister, Ruth, in a cruel twist of fate, become the property of a malicious New York City couple, the Locktons, who have no sympathy for the American Revolution and even less for Ruth and Isabel. When Isabel meets Curzon, a slave with ties to the Patriots, he encourages her to spy on her owners, who know details of British plans for invasion. She is reluctant at first, but when the unthinkable happens to Ruth, Isabel realizes her loyalty is available to the bidder who can provide her with freedom. ( )

Been a long time since I read historical fiction. Forgot how much I enjoy it. Will recommend this to students tomorrow! ( )

I felt a little disappointed by this book, it failed to suck me in and drag me along for the ride like Ms. Anderson's other works always do. Still, a very solid historical fiction work, with believable, if sometimes flat, characters and, once the action picks up near the end, a very enjoyable read.

I have already requested the sequel, Forge, from the library. I'm anticipating good things as I enjoyed Isabel's interaction with Curzon, which seems set to continue. ( )