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Chains
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I read this book by Laurie Halse Anderson as part of a book club I'm in, and keep reading it over and over. It's from the perspective of an orphan slave named Isabel. It's placed during colonial times, during the American Revolution. There are a lot of real historical events, brought into a new light. Isabel and her sister, Ruth, are sold to two Loyalists, the Locktons.
"Chains" is one of the most well-written books iIve ever read. When I read it, it was like I was transported into the book. It is full of heartwarming surprises, as well as some heartbreaking ones. I highly recommend that you read it. You won't be disappointed!
submitted by Elena O., age 11, Texas
(February 7, 2015 - 12:01 pm)
(February 7, 2015 - 12:01 pm)
Sounds like a good book. I might read it.
(February 7, 2015 - 2:24 pm)
Chains was a wonderful book, wasn't it? The time period is actually one of my favorite times to learn about in history. Laurie Halse Anderson did a wonderful job of mixing fact and fiction to create a story that you will not forget. There's tons of adventure, and like Elena said, you feel as if you are transported into the book. If you liked Chains, there's actually a sequel out there called Forge that focuses more on Curzon's point of view.
(February 15, 2015 - 8:29 am)
This thread comes up at a really strange time, because I'm actually reading this for my book club. I really like Laurie Halse Anderson's books- I've read Fever multiple times and I think Chains is just as good.
(February 19, 2015 - 8:59 am)
Yeah, I love learning about the American Revolution.
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(March 30, 2016 - 9:18 pm)
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(June 6, 2016 - 11:21 am)