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“A well written novel that gives an account of Fredrick Douglass, that most people are unaware of”
Cheryl F wrote this review 3 weeks ago. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“I was leaning towards giving this book 5 stars. It was very well written yet, I thought, had a bit too many gratuitous sex scenes. It was an interesting take on Frederick Douglass' life. Although historical fiction, told from the perspectives of both his free black wife, Anna, and his white mistress, Ottilie, it was based on facts, which I had never before heard addressed. Even though Douglass, as we all know, was a hero for abolition, it does relate his human foibles. After reading it, I have more feelings for the women behind the man than the man himself. I don't think I would have sought this book out, but, finding it at aThrift House, I gave it a try and I'm glad I did. I really felt for his wife, Anna, and all the struggles she went thru.....loved the portrayal of her character and her remarkable strength! An interesting "triangle" story. A tale apropos for today with all the news stories of "elite peoples'" marriage betrayals. The more we change, the more we stay the same.”
Marilyn L wrote this review Thursday, September 24 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“This was very enlightening. I had no idea in real life Douglas has a white wife, even though this is work of fiction he did actual die with a white wife. ”
Monique M wrote this review Friday, August 21 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“This was an excellent book! The author does a magnificent job of writing from each woman's perspective while incorporating historical references. I think the most important thing to take away from this book is located in the Author's Notes. This book is not meant in any way to diminish the legacy of Mr. Douglass, but illustrates that above all his accomplishments, he, like other notable men in history, is still just a man and subject to his gender. ”
Danielle J wrote this review Monday, September 29 2008. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“Best historical fiction I've read.”
Jazzypen wrote this review Tuesday, October 16 2007. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“If you didn;t know this book was fiction, it would be so easy to believe this was a true story. Great job.”
A Ballard-Jones wrote this review Friday, October 5 2007. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
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