A review by lizaroo71
Burning Bright by Tracy Chevalier

3.0

this takes place from 1792 - 1793 in london. a young boy, Jem Kellaway, and his family, move to London following the death of one of Jem's brothers. his father, Thomas, makes chairs and is invited by Philip Astley who runs a circus. Jem befriends Maggie and together they experience a life of adventure on the streets of london. the neighbor of Jem is the poet and radical William Blake. the children only encounter him a few times during this year, but he teaches treats both with respect and truly listens to their thoughts, and so he becomes a friend. the Blake story takes a backdrop to the story of Maggie and Jem and each of their families. a vividly painted picture of London and the characters of the time period.