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bellbird22's review against another edition
5.0
A Different Kind of Courage is the kind of book that sticks with you for a long time. Not only are the historical characters very realistic, but William is someone that it’s easy to connect with. When his mother died, he left Boston, bound for England. Now, four years later, he’s coming back—hoping to prove to his father that he is worth something. Boston isn’t the same as it was when he left, though, as hatred toward the British is increasing daily.
As more British troops move in to calm the Americans, William watches as many of his friends become deeply involved in the Whig movement, some turning into key leaders. His father believes he’s still a staunch Tory, and treats him as such, but William isn’t sure. He understands the reasoning behind the rebellion, but after seeing how his father’s trade will be affected by the revolution, he wants to stay on the loyalist side. Then he meets a spunky, courageous girl who while working for a Tory, is secretly taking the latest British plans to the Whigs. When her life is in danger, can he get her to safety—and, more importantly, can he decide which side to be on? If he does resolve to help the Whigs, will he be disowned—or worse?
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fairytalearista's review against another edition
5.0
allie_hilleson's review against another edition
5.0
I loved the characters, their development and interaction. I loved all of the advice that was given to William throughout the story, it was good advice I could follow in my own life.
I also enjoyed learning more about Dr. Joseph Warren, I knew a little bit, like the fact that he was one of the three riders the night of Lexington and Concord.
Overall, my favorite book by the author, and probably my new favorite historical fiction book.
Note: I received my copy from the author for free in exchange for my honest review.
abigailkayharris's review against another edition
5.0
My Rating: 5 Stars. A Different Kind Of Courage is my favorite book set during the American Revolution book.
Recommendation: Anyone. Especially if you like history fiction books.
My favorite character/s: William Landor, he has just returned from England with a pile of secrets which keeps growing. He is torn when he has to choose between his father Britain, or his
friends, the patriot's cause, and the patriot indentured servant girl that he is starting to care for more then he should.
My Verse for William is Romans 8:28
And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose.
rebekahmorris's review
4.0
I found myself deeply interested in the characters, and loving the differing view points of the Wigs and the Tories. Since I didn't know a lot about Dr. Joseph Warren, I was delighted to find him such an important figure in this story. Although the main character was fictional and he interacted with real people from history, he didn't "change history" as so many "historical fiction" books do. Another plus for me was reading it just before the 4th of July. It brought into sharper focus the things our founding fathers went though to give us the freedom and liberty we have now. Sarah Holman did a great job of taking her readers into Boston and the turmoil that abounded then.
There was only a little bit that I didn't agree with in this book. While it is so important to be the person God created you to be, I feel that there are times when you shouldn't reveal more information that necessary, especially if you are still undecided about where you stand, or if so doing could put you and others in danger. But this was just a short bit in the book.
I would recommend this to others.