The Secret of Sarah Revere
by Ann Rinaldi
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Read in September, 2008
recommended to Sara by:
My sister
This book was definently not my favorite book. I probably would never read it again. The beginning is kind of confusing and not intriguing. With the title of The SECRET of Sarah Revere, I was expecting an intense book of Sarah Revere having a secret that was really important information. But I was wrong, the book never had that. Also, I was waiting for the climax of the book, and I was thinking it would be a real intense one because in the book they are in a middle of war basically, but again, m...more
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Read in January, 2006
"The Secret of Sarah Revere" is set in Colonial America, and just after the civil war. Sarah's father is Pul Revere a well known silversmith and Revolutionary hero, and he has a secret. A secret everyone wants to know. And that is who shot the first shot in the first battle; the British or the Colonists? But Sarah also has a secret, not one that everyone wants to know, and she is the only one who knows there is a secret in her. She knows secrets are just too dangerous. I really like bo...more
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Read in November, 2007
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lovers of U.S. historical fiction, revolutionary period
This was an intelligent fictional work designed for young adults, that nicely incorporated an episode in American Revolutionary history. (It reminded me of how little I know of that period, even though all of us U.S. kids study it from first grade, right? Maybe we arent studying the rights parts of it?)
It focused on that pivotal period of time when Paul Revere was working in secret to lead a revolution. It also provided a nice portrait of family life and the thoughts and reactions of women...more
It focused on that pivotal period of time when Paul Revere was working in secret to lead a revolution. It also provided a nice portrait of family life and the thoughts and reactions of women...more
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Read in December, 2007
This book was really good. It actually took place during the beginning of the American Revolution, and it was around the time where Paul Revere made his famous midnight ride from Lexington to Concord (or the other way around)there was this secret that Paul had and he wouldnt tell anyone what it was. what is soo good about this book was that it doesnt directly tell you what is the actually secret: its up to the reader to decide. But overall the theme is to forgive people or apologize before its t...more
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Read in May, 2004
This was the first Ann Rinaldi book I ever read and absolutely loved it. I have always though the famous ride of Paul Revere was so cool so finding this book was just that much better. The story is told through his daughter, Sarah, and her battles that she faces while living in the beginning of the American Revolution.
Great book for anyone looking for a little history and adventure.
Great book for anyone looking for a little history and adventure.
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Read in April, 2008
I took this YA historical fiction along with me on a trip to Boston. I like Ann Rinaldi's stuff generally, and it was especially fun to read this before visiting Revolutionary War sites, including Paul Revere's home.
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Read in May, 2008
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Found itrecommends it for: Historical Fiction Readers
The Revere family is full of secrets. Set in colonial Boston during the American Revolution. Paul Revere's daughter recalls her father's famous ride. Quick and easy to read, about 2 days. Well written.
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Read in January, 2008
recommended to Clementine by:
my teacherrecommends it for: anybody. its also great for people studying the revoluion in school
historical fiction is an awesome way to learn about history.in this book the author makes u feel like u are best friends with the character.its about paul revere and the revolution.
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Read in December, 2005
Although it is not the most well written book, the mystery that takes place in Paul Revere's home during the Revolutionary war is an amazing plot and very fun and suspenseful to read.
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Historical fiction, depicts some truth about the beginning of the Revolutionary War but still fictional. Good story overall and quick read
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Historical fiction buffs
Another one of my favorite Ann Rinaldi books. This one deals with the ride of Paul Revere as seen through the eyes of his daughter.
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Read in January, 1996
I was hooked on her writing. They are researched history books with the character experiencing the events.
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I learned a lot more about the Revere family in general and about what it was like during that time.
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its sooooooo good we have to read it for social studies but its still good
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okay but ann rinaldi is still my favorite historical fiction author
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