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Release date: October 19, 2010
In this compelling sequel to Chains, a National Book Award Finalist and winner of the Scott O'Dell Award for Historical Fiction, acclaimed author Laurie Halse Anderson shifts perspective from Isabel to Curzon and brings to the page the tale of what it takes for runaway slaves to forge their own paths in a world of obstacles - and in the midst of the American Revolution.
The Patriot Army was shaped and strengthened by the desperate circumstances of the Valley Forge winter. This is where Curzon the boy becomes Curzon the young man. In addition to the hardships of soldiering, he lives with the fear of discovery, for he is an escaped slave passing for free. And then there is Isabel, who is also at Valley Forge - against her will. She and Curzon have to sort out the tangled threads of their friendship while figuring out what stands between the two of them and true freedom.
The Patriot Army was shaped and strengthened by the desperate circumstances of the Valley Forge winter. This is where Curzon the boy becomes Curzon the young man. In addition to the hardships of soldiering, he lives with the fear of discovery, for he is an escaped slave passing for free. And then there is Isabel, who is also at Valley Forge - against her will. She and Curzon have to sort out the tangled threads of their friendship while figuring out what stands between the two of them and true freedom.
If you haven't read Chains you must do so.....Historical Fiction at its best!!!
Oh wow where did you find the cover for Forge? Believe it or not I went to Anderson's website today to see if it was up yet because I am definitely waiting for this one too. Loved Chains and am placing this on our area wide book battle list next year.
ReplyDeleteGood pick!
I think this will be at BEA. Hope so!
ReplyDeleteIt does sound good and I really like the cover!
ReplyDeleteholy smokes...that sounds good....i see up in the corner the book U are currently reading...but I can't read the title...can U share??? :):):):):):):):):):):):):):):):):):):):):):):):):):):):):):):):):)
ReplyDeleteI'm anxiously awaiting Forged as well! Chains was great, I hope this is just as good.
ReplyDeleteMeghan @ Medieval Bookworm
I've been wanting to read this author, since I've heard such good things...enjoy!
ReplyDeleteHere's mine:
http://chezraine.wordpress.com/2010/05/19/waiting-on-wednesday-10/
I have been looking to read Chains, but now I will hold off since the sequel will be out in October. I won't have to wait!
ReplyDeleteI haven't read Chains...but it sounds like these two books need to go on my list!
ReplyDeleteI haven't read anything by Anderson yet. Everytime I think of picking up one of her books in the library, it looks like it would be depressing. This one sounds like it would be better!
ReplyDeleteI will have to try and read this one. I don't know if I would like it, but if you liked it, it has to be good!
ReplyDeleteI'll wait for anything by Laurie Halse Anderson! Great pick!
ReplyDeleteOh wait, if you are waiting on this book then you probably didn't read it yet. Duh!
ReplyDeleteI do like to read historical fiction . . . I'll watch for your review.
ReplyDeleteOkay, if you say I must read Chains then I will. It's on the list. I trust your recommendations.
ReplyDeleteI read Speak and loved it. I'm adding this to my list to read when it comes out. I also have Fever by here but haven't gotten around to reading it yet. Thanks for the heads up on this one.
ReplyDeleteThis is the first I'm seeing of this book. I haven't read Chains yet, but at least I have a bit of time before it releases.
ReplyDeleteI'm a new follower. Really enjoyed the review and I've added both books to my Incredible 50-foot TBR list.
ReplyDeleteI still haven't read Chains. I need to catch up. Here is my WoW post.
ReplyDeleteI still haven't read Chains. I need to catch up.
ReplyDeletehttp://lifeinthethumb.blogspot.com/2010/05/waiting-on-wednesday-pick-forge.html
Oooh - I didn't know about this!
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