When Addy is swept back in time, she couldn't be happier to leave her miserable life behind. Now she's mistaken for Lady Matilda, the pampered w... read full description
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Jun 07, 2011
Cara
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The idea of this book is what intrigued me. It's a historical setting within a historical setting. Okay let me explain that.
We have this 15 year old girl, Addy, that lives in the the early 1900's. Addy has always felt like she deserved more than what she was born into, but it seems she is destined to work with her hands just like her mother. Luckily for Addy she gets to be a maid servent for Mr. Greenwood. Addy doesn't think this is necessarily lucky, but it's better than being a scu More...
We have this 15 year old girl, Addy, that lives in the the early 1900's. Addy has always felt like she deserved more than what she was born into, but it seems she is destined to work with her hands just like her mother. Luckily for Addy she gets to be a maid servent for Mr. Greenwood. Addy doesn't think this is necessarily lucky, but it's better than being a scu More...
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Feb 26, 2011
Why do I not read more historical fiction? It seems like every time I read one, I end up loving it, yet it is not the genre that I usually seek out. (Although I'll be changing that next year. I've already joined the YA Historical Fiction Challenge to help spur that action.)
I have to admit that it was the cover that first drew me to this story and then when I read the summary I knew I had to read it. When I first discovered it, it was shortly before the release and I was surprised that More...
I have to admit that it was the cover that first drew me to this story and then when I read the summary I knew I had to read it. When I first discovered it, it was shortly before the release and I was surprised that More...
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Jan 05, 2011
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I enjoyed this sweet and passionate historical fiction with a smidgen of sci-fi. I thought that Addy was a fun character who was so full of life and wanting more than what she was given. I admired her and the difficult choices she eventually makes. It was fun to have a time travel twist to keep the historical setting from getting too dull. I also liked the romance :) Full review at One Librarian's Book Reviews.
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Jan 25, 2012
Emily
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Wildwing by Emily Whitman
I do not know if I like the fact that the author wrote a time-travel novel that basically ignored the fact that going back in time changes the future. Fun to enjoy her historical medieval world without worrying about complications of a distorted time-line, but on the other hand how can you not logically assess the implications of telling people about agricultural innovations that happen 50 to 100 years later? Eh, I’m sure opinions will vary widely on t More...
I do not know if I like the fact that the author wrote a time-travel novel that basically ignored the fact that going back in time changes the future. Fun to enjoy her historical medieval world without worrying about complications of a distorted time-line, but on the other hand how can you not logically assess the implications of telling people about agricultural innovations that happen 50 to 100 years later? Eh, I’m sure opinions will vary widely on t More...
Oct 09, 2011
Dorine
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Last month I went to KidLitCon in Seattle. I had a great time and met lots of wonderful writers and bloggers. I came home with lots of great books and ideas. One of those books, given to me by the author herself, is a YA historical romance that I’d love to share with you. So I’m giving away the signed copy that she gave me to review.
Wildwing is a 359 page YA novel written by Emily Whitman and published by Greenwillow.
The Story- Addy lives in 1913 and is very uncomfortabl More...
Wildwing is a 359 page YA novel written by Emily Whitman and published by Greenwillow.
The Story- Addy lives in 1913 and is very uncomfortabl More...
Feb 15, 2011
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I don’t know about you, but one of the main reasons I love reading is the escape it provides from my everyday life. A book can transport me to another world, envelope me in a story and let me get away for a few hundred wonderful pages.
With Wildwing by Emily Whitman, the escape is twofold — because in this case, both the reader and the protagonist find themselves transported to another world.
Wildwing tells the story of reluctant housekeeper Addy — who feels shortchanged by her More...
With Wildwing by Emily Whitman, the escape is twofold — because in this case, both the reader and the protagonist find themselves transported to another world.
Wildwing tells the story of reluctant housekeeper Addy — who feels shortchanged by her More...
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Jan 27, 2011
Cleverly
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I need to start out by saying this cover does not do this book justice. It actually doesn't fit the book. Your imagination can be free in Wildwing. The tale is more then star-crossed lovers. It's more like time-crossed lovers. Descriptions and details were well placed and fed the story into magical world. I wish Will had a bigger part in the book to get a better idea of his personality. As for Addy, I didn't care for her much. She was kind of an ungrateful girl. Towards the end she had better q
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Dec 12, 2010
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Dec 01, 2010
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Being the daughter of a poor single mother in 1913 is a difficult role to fill, as fifteen year old Addy can attest. Constantly ridiculed by her peers and treated like she is sub-human, Addy longs for a change in her circumstances. When her mother pulls her out of school after yet another fight with a wealthy classmate, Addy finds herself working as a maid for the mysterious Mr. Greenwood. Haunted by his own sad past, Mr. Greenwood unwittingly offers Addy a chance at a new lif More...
Being the daughter of a poor single mother in 1913 is a difficult role to fill, as fifteen year old Addy can attest. Constantly ridiculed by her peers and treated like she is sub-human, Addy longs for a change in her circumstances. When her mother pulls her out of school after yet another fight with a wealthy classmate, Addy finds herself working as a maid for the mysterious Mr. Greenwood. Haunted by his own sad past, Mr. Greenwood unwittingly offers Addy a chance at a new lif More...
Oct 06, 2010
Margo
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Teenage fans of historical romance and time travel books are sure to love this new release by novelist Emily Whitman, whose first book, Radiant Darkness, was a #1 IndieBound pick.
Addy, a fifteen-year-old servant in 1913 England, dreams of a life she'll never have--a life of luxury, where people won't be constantly reminding her of her lowly place in society. But when she finds a mysterious old elevator in the dusty attic of her eccentric employer, Mr. Greenwood, she can't help herse More...
Addy, a fifteen-year-old servant in 1913 England, dreams of a life she'll never have--a life of luxury, where people won't be constantly reminding her of her lowly place in society. But when she finds a mysterious old elevator in the dusty attic of her eccentric employer, Mr. Greenwood, she can't help herse More...
Sep 13, 2010
Heather
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Jan 29, 2012
Cici
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Near the end, I thought it was going to be one of those books that doesn't have a happy ending, but then somehow it all got fixed so it was a good book after all.
This book is about a girl named Addy who lives in 1913 and she has to drop out of school and work for an old man making his meals and stuff, because she and her mom don&'t have a lot of money. The old man's name is Mr. Greenwood, and he is an inventor. His wife died and then later his son disappeared. Then Addy finds this elevato More...
This book is about a girl named Addy who lives in 1913 and she has to drop out of school and work for an old man making his meals and stuff, because she and her mom don&'t have a lot of money. The old man's name is Mr. Greenwood, and he is an inventor. His wife died and then later his son disappeared. Then Addy finds this elevato More...
Sep 11, 2011
Amanda
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I’m not typically a fan of historical fiction. In my experience, the language used often feels forced. I find it distracting and it rarely manages to hold my attention in the long run.
Occasionally there are exceptions to this, and Wildwing was one of those occasions. I will admit, I went in with the “Oyy, historical fiction :/” mindset, but within a few chapters, I had completely forgotten why I was so apprehensive.
Wildwing takes place in two different time periods, nei More...
Occasionally there are exceptions to this, and Wildwing was one of those occasions. I will admit, I went in with the “Oyy, historical fiction :/” mindset, but within a few chapters, I had completely forgotten why I was so apprehensive.
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May 21, 2011
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Oct 21, 2010
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Sep 20, 2011
Angie
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Synopsis: "When Addy is swept back in time, she couldn't be happier to leave her miserable life behind. Now she's mistaken for Lady Matilda, the pampered ward of the king. If Addy can play her part, she'll have glorious gowns, jewels, and something she's always longed for—the respect and admiration of others. But then she meets Will, the falconer's son with sky blue eyes, who unsettles all her plans.
From shipwrecks to castle dungeons, from betrothals to hidden conspiracies, Addy More...
From shipwrecks to castle dungeons, from betrothals to hidden conspiracies, Addy More...
Jan 04, 2012
Helene
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This book is AMAZING. It's just amazing. Just read it, you will not regret it!
PLOT: It's basically about this girl named Addy and she lives in 1913, in England. She lives with her mother and has always been pushed around at school because she has no father to speak of, since her mother never married her father, and she is therefor a bastard, as they say. Not only that, but her family is also poor. The story starts the day Addy has to stop going to school, because she gets in yet anothe More...
PLOT: It's basically about this girl named Addy and she lives in 1913, in England. She lives with her mother and has always been pushed around at school because she has no father to speak of, since her mother never married her father, and she is therefor a bastard, as they say. Not only that, but her family is also poor. The story starts the day Addy has to stop going to school, because she gets in yet anothe More...
Oct 01, 2010
Princess Bookie
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My Thoughts: Another historical read. I usually tend to stay away from these because I don't like many. Yes, there are some I like. But the majority, I don't enjoy as much as other romance books.
We are introduced to Addy, who is basically a peasant. She gets picked on by the other girls, she walks with her head down, she wants to just fit in and if she can't just be ignored completely. Addy lives in England in 1915. One day after an incident with another girl her mother threate More...
We are introduced to Addy, who is basically a peasant. She gets picked on by the other girls, she walks with her head down, she wants to just fit in and if she can't just be ignored completely. Addy lives in England in 1915. One day after an incident with another girl her mother threate More...
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Mar 09, 2011
Jackie
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The idea of a historical setting within a historical setting is a unique one. The passion that Whitman has for both time period shows since tidbits of research is occasionally inserted.
The book had quite a bit of elements: fantasy, a dash of science fiction, adventure, and romance. However, I felt that some points in the story dragged on for a bit, especially parts where Addy/Matilda learns hawking. I understand Whitman loves the subject, and that the romance between the two love inte More...
The book had quite a bit of elements: fantasy, a dash of science fiction, adventure, and romance. However, I felt that some points in the story dragged on for a bit, especially parts where Addy/Matilda learns hawking. I understand Whitman loves the subject, and that the romance between the two love inte More...
Dec 04, 2010
Aylee
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Wildwing by Emily Whitman tells the story of Addy, a girl born out of wedlock in 1913 England. Because of this, she is mocked by her peers and is forced to be a lowly maid. When she finds a time machine in her employer's home she doesn't hesitate to leave her miserable life behind and go to live in the 13th century where she's treated as a grand lady. Once there she meets Will, the falconer's son. The actual identity of Will was very obvious. Although in the author's defense, I don't think she r
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Feb 18, 2011
Melissa
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I gave this book three stars for a couple different reasons. I didn't like the main characters much until the book was about 3/4 of the way threw. I hoped all the way threw that she would see reason and wake up. I know she was only 15 and we are all a little stupid at that age so I held on and hoped.There is a way of writing that keeps things like kissing and lustful men tame. This writer was a little more blunt about things and I was expecting a squeaky clean young adult book and got more of a
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Nov 20, 2011
Amy
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I finished this book before I started the blog, but wanted to have something to post about.
I liked this book enough to continue reading it, mostly because I really wanted to know how she was going to get out of her mess. The problem with this book was the main character, I didn't like how selfish and stupid she was. Also it's a tad bit obsessed with falconry. Which, if you like that sport, great, but I thought the constant explanations and demonstrations got old. Another thing was t More...
I liked this book enough to continue reading it, mostly because I really wanted to know how she was going to get out of her mess. The problem with this book was the main character, I didn't like how selfish and stupid she was. Also it's a tad bit obsessed with falconry. Which, if you like that sport, great, but I thought the constant explanations and demonstrations got old. Another thing was t More...
Dec 26, 2010
Scarlett
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I really like historical romances and this book was no exception! I was able to picture things really well. The scenery, the characters, the situations, the suspense. Once I started reading it was difficult for me to want to do anything else. I read this about 2 days, but only because I couldn't just sit there the whole time and read.
Though I was able to guess fairly accurately how things were going to happen, at one point I didn't know if I was right because I couldn't think of how th More...
Though I was able to guess fairly accurately how things were going to happen, at one point I didn't know if I was right because I couldn't think of how th More...
Jan 08, 2012
Drianne
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Addy, a 15-year-old girl from 1913, travels back in time to medieval England, where she impersonates a noble lady. She steps into the life of Lady Matilda, engaged to be wed to Sir Hugh, but finds herself falling for William, the falconer's son, instead, and must decide where (and with whom) she belongs.
I always like time travel romance stories, although this was not one of the most (let us say) meticulous in its period details ever. Addy's headstrong behavior would be barely excus More...
I always like time travel romance stories, although this was not one of the most (let us say) meticulous in its period details ever. Addy's headstrong behavior would be barely excus More...
Feb 01, 2011
Savannah (Books With Bite)
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There is just something about historicals that bring me to life. I love reading them. Addy is swept back in time when she mess with a time machine. She is then mistaken for a lady and is taken back to the castle. She meets a falconer who has striking eyes that she remembers but just can not place it. In time she falls in love, hides secrets and discovers how this falconer really is...
I like this book. Addy life was uncomfortable and painful. She dealt with the constant teasing for he More...
I like this book. Addy life was uncomfortable and painful. She dealt with the constant teasing for he More...
Oct 01, 2011
Asher
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It's the same old cobbled street through the same old town, but for once I barely smell the cakes from the tea shop, don't even pause to stare out the windows. I'm floating along another me, in a dreamworld...
What started out as a fun and engaging read, starring a heroine who's quick-tempered and provokes sympathy... at first, quickly morphs into something less than amazing and not as readable. With hints of the enigmatic, a wonderfully-told setting, but full of unlovable characters an More...
What started out as a fun and engaging read, starring a heroine who's quick-tempered and provokes sympathy... at first, quickly morphs into something less than amazing and not as readable. With hints of the enigmatic, a wonderfully-told setting, but full of unlovable characters an More...
Dec 15, 2011
Christie
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Dec 20, 2010
Kristy
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I admit, I picked up the book because I liked the cover on the front! I thought it was a little predictable in some places, but overall, I really liked the book! I can't count the number of times I've wished that I could live a different life for a few days & that's what Addy gets to do! It was fun watching her live a very different life and try to fit in. It's interesting to me to see how she deals with the situations she gets into and the choices she makes! I think this is a book that I will p
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Aug 15, 2011
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Hmm, what can I say about this book? Addy is going through a hard time excepting that her mother is a single mother and that the girls are still constantly make fun of her, in the end it seems that Addy gets the last laugh when she discovers a time traveling lift that takes her back to a time where Hawking was cool and names like Eustance didn't make you laugh but made you cower in fear, and you get to pretend to be a princess and live in the lap of luxury.
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May 23, 2011
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Why I Started: I remember Whitman making quite a splash, at least in the blogging world, with Radiant Darkness, but I'm contrary and fell in love with the title for this book and so wanted to read this first.
Why I Didn't Finish: The short answer is that I didn't get on with the style.
Rereadability: None for me, sorry. I may admire what Whitman attempted, but that doesn't stop me wanting more from the execution.
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Why I Started: I remember Whitman making quite a splash, at least in the blogging world, with Radiant Darkness, but I'm contrary and fell in love with the title for this book and so wanted to read this first.
Why I Didn't Finish: The short answer is that I didn't get on with the style.
Rereadability: None for me, sorry. I may admire what Whitman attempted, but that doesn't stop me wanting more from the execution.
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