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Wow! What a ride! This book was crazy, confusing and weird! I loved it! The writing was amazing, the story confusing, but engrossing, and the end is set up nicely for a sequel. This book kind of reminded me of The Hunger Games meets Lord of the Flies. I hated Lord of the Flies, but loved the Hunger Games, so I was surprised that I liked this as much as I did. The world Mr. Dashner has created was so interesting, and he kept me guessing the entire book at what the heck was going on. Great read! Can't wait for the sequel! ]]>
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Where do I start with this book? I'm not really one to read a ton of historical fiction, or memoirs or anything like it. When I received this book to read and review, I was a little skeptical that I wouldn't like it, or that I would get bored. Little did I know I would be entranced by the powerful story of a man that would not give up. I remember reading about Dred Scott in my history books, but never really gave it a lot of thought. (Since I was in high school, I didn't really care to read more into things.) Mr. Shurtleff has taken this inspirational story and turned it into a wonderful novel. I loved learning about Dred's life before the whole trial and everything. I had no idea he had changed his name, or that he had kids and had been married. Dred Scott was such a faithful and forgiving man. Even though everyone was against him, he still had the faith that he would be free someday. He was a powerful tool that started the change our country desperately needed to get rid of slavery. I had no idea Abraham Lincoln followed Dred's case, and was inspired by him to abolish slavery altogether.
Overall, this book was wonderful. It offers a glimpse into a time where the word "Freedom" meant much more to people than it does now. It made me stop and think of all the things I take for granted, and how I need to be more appreciative of life. ]]>
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These books weren't my favorite, but they were still fun. I love everything Disney, so it was fun to read about the different parks. I'll most likely pick up the next book.:) ]]>
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I just have one word for this book. Wow. You know you have read a good book when you can't stop thinking about it. I honestly don't cry in books, and this one about did me in. Angela Morrison is honestly one of my favorite new authors. Her unique voice, and wonderful writing kept me up all night reading this book. I finished it in a day, and loved every minute of it.
The love story involved was amazing and tragic, and the events that happened were things that actually happen in real life. You ache for the main character Beth, through the pain she is put through in high school by her peers, through her love for two different guys, and the sacrifices she makes for the love of her music. I couldn't put this book down, and recommend it to everyone. ]]>