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Barbara asked this question about The Underground Railroad:
Does anyone like that the author wrote the railroad as a physical, operating one? I felt it unnecessary and beyond the scope of possibility.
Linda I just got to this part and its causing me to ponder if this is worth reading.

Update in 2017: I did not continue with this book as I like my historica…moreI just got to this part and its causing me to ponder if this is worth reading.

Update in 2017: I did not continue with this book as I like my historical fiction to be historically accurate and researched accordingly. I find it embarrassing this book got such high reviews when it is basically a fantasy. And it makes me sad to think some readers will now be confused about the correct history. (less)
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The Underground Railroad
by Colson Whitehead (Goodreads Author)
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