A review by luthien3720
Two Girls of Gettysburg by Lisa M. Klein

3.0

Lisa Klein's sophomore novel switches from Shakespeare retelling to the American Civil War. I found the novel well-written and interesting, when it was focusing on the Union girl, Lizzie. Most of the novel is told from Lizzie's first-person perspective. Though her character suffered somewhat from telling, not showing, especially in regard to some of Lizzie's more modern beliefs, Lizzie still felt real, especially during the battle sequences. The Confederate girl, Rosanna, tells her side of the story through diary entries, which I did not like as well since I found the language far too flowery. Most Civil War stories I've personally read have focused more on the Southern side, so finding a novel about the North was a treat. The story really gains momentum when the battle of Gettysburg takes place. Overall, a good story for history buffs, with a realistic romance and great attention to historical detail. Like her first novel, this book has beautiful cover art.