Chains

I felt a little disappointed by this book, it failed to suck me in and drag me along for the ride like Ms. Anderson's other works always do. Still, a very solid historical fiction work, with believable, if sometimes flat, characters and, once the action picks up near the end, a very enjoyable read.

I have already requested the sequel, Forge, from the library. I'm anticipating good things as I enjoyed Isabel's interaction with Curzon, which seems set to continue.

Really great read! The story was gripping and dramatic, as well as educational. I was able to learn a few things about my nation's history while going on this journey with Isabel. I have never learned about the disastrous New York fire of 1776, and it makes me wonder whether or not it was an accident or set on purpose by a Patriot. Guess we will never know... Anyways, I'm hoping to pick up the sequel [b:Forge 6327989 Forge (Seeds of America, #2) Laurie Halse Anderson http://d.gr-assets.com/books/1274877839s/6327989.jpg 6513592] whenever I catch some free time.

I really, really liked this one. It was hard to read about all the injustices that occur to the main character and at times I felt sick about it. It gave me a different perspective I had to keep reminding myself this book is fiction.