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A review by annascottcross
Once on This Island by Gloria Whelan
4.0
A good book about twelve year-old Mary O'Shea, and her life on the island of Michilimacinac during the war of 1812. She was born on the island, and loved it more than anything. Her mother died right after she was born, so she had to help her father and older sister and brother manage their farm. As British soldiers come and take over the island fort and demand that everyone pledge allegiance to the king of England, Mary's father leaves the island to go and fight for his country. While he is gone, Mary, her sister Angelique and brother Jacques have to manage the house and farm.
This book gives an very good view to the world of Americans during the war of 1812. It describes how the people were affected and torn between choices. It explains how the Indians sided with the British and why. This is an excellent choice for anyone who is looking for a good book to read or learning about this period of America. The only problem was that it was a slight easy read, and so was over quickly.
This book gives an very good view to the world of Americans during the war of 1812. It describes how the people were affected and torn between choices. It explains how the Indians sided with the British and why. This is an excellent choice for anyone who is looking for a good book to read or learning about this period of America. The only problem was that it was a slight easy read, and so was over quickly.