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Isabel and her younger sister, Ruth, are slaves who were promised freedom upon the death of their owner. Instead of being freed as promised, they are sold to a cruel couple. Isabel struggles to protect Ruth and to find a way to gain their freedom.
Set during the Revolutionary War, Isabel's story helps readers understand the plight of slaves, while also showing that not all Loyalists were bad guys and not all Patriots were good guys. After all, the Patriots were fighting for freedom, but had no qu ...more
Set during the Revolutionary War, Isabel's story helps readers understand the plight of slaves, while also showing that not all Loyalists were bad guys and not all Patriots were good guys. After all, the Patriots were fighting for freedom, but had no qu ...more
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