Far from her native Philadelphia, Miss Jane Peck continues to prove that she is more than an etiquette-schooled graduate of Miss Hepplewhite's Youn...
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Jul 09, 2011
Jamie
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So... I take issue with people in books not seeing things that are obvious to me. But maybe I'm being unreasonable. So let's look at this in bullet-point fashion.
-I understood from early in book 1 that Jane's father was dying. But maybe Jane was too wrapped up in herself to see the glaringly obvious clues that I saw.
-Also, there wasn't a super convenient time in book 1 to introduce that information to Jane, something that... kind of bothers me.
-But it WAS a plot point in book More...
-I understood from early in book 1 that Jane's father was dying. But maybe Jane was too wrapped up in herself to see the glaringly obvious clues that I saw.
-Also, there wasn't a super convenient time in book 1 to introduce that information to Jane, something that... kind of bothers me.
-But it WAS a plot point in book More...
May 07, 2009
Lisa
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I liked this better than the first. It could also be called "Jane Grows Up" or "Jane Gets Over Herself" b/c that's what happens. The time frame is relatively short, but she grows a lot. Of course, her father died and she spends the whole beginning of the book wallowing in self pity. Then she gets eaten by the jealousy monster with a new woman in the settlement. Her 'woe is me, and poor little me and nobody loves me' attitude is finally broken in the wilderness and she tr
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Aug 03, 2009
Libby
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Jul 25, 2009
Julie
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This series is entertaining, and I suppose I learned a bit from it too. There are a few people and events grounded in historical fact, such as the Stevens negotiations where the governor tried to get the area's Indian population to move onto a reservation (and failed miserably).
Jane herself is a real pip. She acts like such an idiot at times... but I keep having to remind myself that she is only 16. Some of it is so cringeworthy - I'm sure we have all done things equally stupid in ou More...
Jane herself is a real pip. She acts like such an idiot at times... but I keep having to remind myself that she is only 16. Some of it is so cringeworthy - I'm sure we have all done things equally stupid in ou More...
Nov 25, 2009
Linda
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I did not like the character as much in the second book, but still enjoyed the adventure of the story as it continued from book one. I recommend having all three books(Boston Jane: Wilderness Days and Boston Jane: The Claim) at the same time so you can read them all as one book. For me the three need to be read as one so you get the feel you read a good story from beginning to an ending. You will especially want to have book 3 after reading book 2 because of the ending of book 2 will leave
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Oct 08, 2011
Melissa
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I would probably give the whole series more like a 2.5 stars, I liked the idea of the story , but there wasn't very good dialogue between the main characters and she didn't finish ideas or thoughts in the story so it made you just wonder what happened next , I don't like that. I just don't think it was written very well, the author had to remind us of little things that happened in the first book literally every few pages like we were retarded and couldn't remember what we had just read 5 pages
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Aug 06, 2011
Mary Ann
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I enjoyed this second book in the trilogy even more than the first. I would definitely recommend this series for middle school girls and up. Much fun and adventure. I read it all outside in the "wilderness" while hubby was fishing. It was a great environment in which to read it. I didn't think I'd get "hooked" on this series, but off I go to get book three :-)
May 19, 2009
Josie
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This was my least favorite of the three, but I still couldn't put it down. I disliked how much review the author gave at the beginning but of course understand this is important to new readers to the series. I enjoyed watching the town flourish and become established, especially since it is a time and place in history I know little about.
Jul 19, 2010
Kstewart5362
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Another satisfying read. Jane is an interesting, flawed character, which makes her all the more appealing. She's complicated and fiesty, and torn about what direction she wants her life to take. That, coupled with the survival aspect and the fact she's become and accomplished pie-maker, what could be better?
Mar 08, 2009
Cpld
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This is the second book in the Boston Jane trilogy, and my personal favorite. It chronicles the continuing adventures of Jane in the Pacific Northwest, including her budding romance with Jehu. My favorite part of this book is the trip Jane takes with Jehu and Handsome Jim through the woods. -MM
Jul 20, 2011
Rachel
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Not as charming as the first. Jane spends much of the book pouting, yelling, or making rash decisions that put her in needless danger. However, it irks me that no one ever validates Jane's concerns. Every hardship she endures is another lesson on being patient, or whatever.
Apr 29, 2010
Stephanie
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A ghost from Russells past has come to get him. Jane heads into the wilderness with Jehu and Kerukso, but it seems ghost aren't the only things to fear in the forest. Can Jane make it time to save Russel of is will it be too late?
Aug 02, 2011
Amy
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My daughter and I are totally into this trio of books. I love the historical fiction of how the frontier became settled and the transformation of Boston Jane from an immature, selfish and naive little girl to a much more mature young lady that can make contributions to the settlement.
Oct 23, 2010
Sophie
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I didn't enjoy this quite as much as the first one, because Jane's behavior was very annoying at times and felt a bit contrived. But it was a quick, fun read nonetheless, and I would love to read the third part.
Feb 12, 2011
Amanda
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I would have given this 3 1/2 stars if I could have. I really enjoyed the book, but I do get tired of heroines who don't communicate well and, therefore, cause problems for themselves. I would definitely recommend this book, though. It's totally clean and makes you feel good.
Nov 14, 2011
Angie
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Well ... these books remind me of Hallmark movies. Totally cheesy. Some decent lines but also (and perhaps in the majority) some really poorly executed ones as well. And yet you can't stop wondering what is going to happen. So you keep watching/reading.
The author has come a long way since these books!
The author has come a long way since these books!
Apr 25, 2010
Bhumi
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I read this as a kid. It was, to me, better than the first in the series, and I was rooting for Jehu all the way! Great, lovable characters and an interesting plot.
Nov 23, 2011
Rachel
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The first book in this series is by far the best! Although there are some unbelieveable elements in the first book, much more implausible things occur in the second book, such as the whole deal with the "ghost-murderer." Also, I did not enjoy the second book as much because Jane acts like an immature brat. She storms off when she doesn't get her way or is misunderstood, and she automatically assumes that people are out to get her. She's a very belligerant person. I would definitel
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Jun 10, 2010
Medinah
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i really liked it ....it was very intresting about trying to hunt down mr.black to the other men and when the one gy
Jul 31, 2009
Julene
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just as good as the first! the character is even more lovable as she grows up and becomes more mature.
Sep 06, 2010
Kate
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I LOVED the first book so much and then this book, I felt that Jane hadn't really made a full change. She complained a lot and basically acted like I probably would, which was frustrating because I wanted to be inspired by someone who could rise above it. Even so, Holm is a fabulous author and I enjoyed the story immensely.
Dec 28, 2009
Franny
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OMGosh! Me and my friend went absolutely psycho about this series! It has everything u could wish for! Romance, Comedy, Adventure, Drama... Definitly 5 stars!!!
Jul 12, 2009
Bekah
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Again, a very fun quick read- I started last night and finished near 2 AM this morning. :)
Apr 02, 2009
Spiderlily2
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this was a little scary at the end but in the best way possible. i absolutly gaped!
Mar 23, 2009
Emily
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I really loved this book if you are into action/ adventure, romance, and a page turner!
Dec 16, 2010
Maren
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LOVED this book, my 5th grade teacher read it to the class and everyone liked it :)
Oct 12, 2009
Coral
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Second in the series. I actually found it the most fun and humerous of the three.
Mar 19, 2009
Tiffany
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This was a great continuation of the series. I had a lot of fun reading it.
Oct 02, 2011
Noelle
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it was great it is a good book for young people who need a starter for romance novels
