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by Jennifer Chiaverini (Goodreads Author)

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What is your opinion, good or bad about this book?

Cavak Good: pretty solid characterizations of figures derived from letters and other historical documents; fun narrative perspectives of Ada's fancies and w…moreGood: pretty solid characterizations of figures derived from letters and other historical documents; fun narrative perspectives of Ada's fancies and work; extensive domestic drama.

Bad: since the book covers her entire life, even the rocky marriage between her parents before her birth, Ada's famous contributions happen very late in the book; the bickering with her mother can be a bit much sometimes; childhood feels like it somewhat outweighs her adulthood.

Neither good nor bad, but it's somewhat biased for Ada being entirely worthy for the credit of computer programming when it's currently being criticized and discussed amongst historians.(less)

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Haven't read any Jennifer Chiaverini. Is this one particularly good for her?

Leah I thought it was good, but not her best. My favorite of here is "Mrs. Lincoln's Dressmaker."…moreI thought it was good, but not her best. My favorite of here is "Mrs. Lincoln's Dressmaker."(less)

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