lemon_loaf's review
3.0
3.5 stars.
From reading this book, I learned a lot about daily life of the time, but not much about the war of 1812.
In any other book I would’ve liked all the detail, but this is a diary. All the specific details and conversations take away from the diary feel of it. Other than that, it’s a pretty nice book.
From reading this book, I learned a lot about daily life of the time, but not much about the war of 1812.
In any other book I would’ve liked all the detail, but this is a diary. All the specific details and conversations take away from the diary feel of it. Other than that, it’s a pretty nice book.
oulajsp's review against another edition
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
3.0
It was a nice read, but I'm a bit disappointed in the timeframe : the diary starts in May 1812 and ends on November 1st of the same year, when I thought it would cover the entire war. This choice is a bit strange to me as it makes the book end abruptly, and the rest of the story is briefly told in a 3pages epilogue.
It was nevertheless interesting to learn about the 1812 war and the way people lived back then!
It was nevertheless interesting to learn about the 1812 war and the way people lived back then!
mountie9's review
4.0
Well written perfect for the intended age group . Makes history come alive for 9-12 year olds without boring them. I even learned a few things!!!-
Favourite Quote “It is a game to them.” She muttered. The men fight and the women suffer.”
Favourite Quote “It is a game to them.” She muttered. The men fight and the women suffer.”
hannahreads1070's review
adventurous
emotional
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.0
soulwinds's review
adventurous
informative
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Sexism and Violence
Minor: Miscarriage and Slavery
evewithanapple's review
3.0
And then she didn't end up with Ellis and my eleven-year-old heart felt a sting of BETRAYAL.
vita_s_west's review
adventurous
informative
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
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