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reader4evr's review
4.0
Another book by Laurie Halse Anderson that I really liked. I'm not a big fan of historical fiction but this one was really good. I love when a author does their "homework" because I think it really shows in the writing.
I like Mattie. She went through a lot in the story but she always kept her attitude positive. I think a lot of girls can relate to her even now even though it happened 230ish years ago. I never knew how much yellow fever was such a problem in the United States. It just sounded gross and people were just gross about it too.
I listened to the story which I would totally recommend. Good "actor"...she made her come alive!
I like Mattie. She went through a lot in the story but she always kept her attitude positive. I think a lot of girls can relate to her even now even though it happened 230ish years ago. I never knew how much yellow fever was such a problem in the United States. It just sounded gross and people were just gross about it too.
I listened to the story which I would totally recommend. Good "actor"...she made her come alive!
drusmilford's review
3.0
Young Adult - Historical Fiction - I particularly enjoyed this book after having spent this week in Philadelphia. Only wish I had read the book before visiting Philly.
lgiery's review
hopeful
inspiring
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
Great middle grade historical fiction book. I read it when I was around 12 y/o for fun and now again as a teacher. Quick, engaging plot that focuses on a rarely talked about historical event (the 1793 yellow fever outbreak in Philadelphia); a great choice for pre-teens post-covid.
librarianboston's review
adventurous
dark
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
tense
fast-paced
5.0
3ducks's review
challenging
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.25
lyramadeline's review
emotional
reflective
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
This was enjoyable, but not one I’m going to think about all the time. It was fast-paced and didn’t take long to read. The characters were a little flat, but I still liked them. There was a lot of emotion in this story and it taught me about a little-known, short time of history.
Full review to come
Full review to come
Graphic: Death
Moderate: Medical content
Minor: Blood and Vomit
reasteen's review against another edition
dark
hopeful
informative
reflective
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
3.0