Girls behind the Camera & Girls for the Vote (CV)

by Adèle Geras; Linda Newbery, Linda Newbery

Discover the extraordinary lives of the inspiring girls who have lived throughout history at 6 Chelsea Walk. 1895: Cecily is enchanted when she meets Rosalind, a photographer, but Cecily's father refuses to let her help Rosalind; can Cecily follow her dreams? 1914: When Polly discovers her neighbors are suffragettes, fighting for women's right to vote, she is determined to join them, but her parents are scandalized; will Polly dare to defy them? Set before and after the turn of the twentieth century, these stories follow two incredible girls, standing up for what they believe in.

381 pages, Paperback

Published January 1, 2019

Reviews

[Pumkin pie · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really enjoyed reading this book. I loved the bit of history and fiction, all through a young girl's eyes. Very well written, as well. I recommend this book to everyone.

[Beth Lorow · Rating 4 out of 5]

Well written, historical, interesting stories of young women encountering the technology (cameras) and challenges (voting rights) of their days. Having an apartment complex as the characters' home adds a charming detail as the reader engages with the various personalities of the residents. I read this book as an adult and see the value in how it can provide an important window for young women to not only better understand and appreciate history but also to view themselves as potential change-makers with interests, talents, and passions that can be used to promote the common good of society.

[Milana · Rating 3 out of 5]

its was mid, i guess. i was just going through my shelves and decided to read something and then give it to charity, but then i just sat down and read it. like, i couldnt stop. it was weird. so then i read it all, but it left me hanging wich really annoyed me but yeah it was ok

[Jessica Holmgren Anderson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Such great stories set in historical times and circumstances. Drew me right in.

[Stacy Lunn · Rating 4 out of 5]

Like the idea of historical fiction following a house and the people/ background time periods...good young people book

[Amber Miller · Rating 5 out of 5]

Just as good as the last. I love seeing some intertwining story lines from the first book. I can't wait to read the next one.