Elizabeth does NOT want to go stay with her Aunt Libby. She barely knows her, her aunt never knows what to do with her, and she'd just rather stay home. However, her father has a business trip planned and she will just have to adjust.
Wendy Lamb Books graciously sent me a copy of this book for review (thank you) and I've grown so attached to it that I think it has join my private library.
Ms. Giff offers two stories in this book; one in the present day and one during the days of the Revolutionary War. Elizabeth is the modern girl and Zee (who looks like Elizabeth)is the pioneer version. The chapters alternate between the girls, and the author does an excellent job of making the change easy to follow and the reader anxious to see what's next. This could have been a bit awkward, but Ms. Giff does an excellent job.
Elizabeth and her aunt go looking for more information on the history of the girl in the picture and find bits and pieces as you read about Zee's life and hardships from Zee's point of view. I found this a delightful combination.
This book will be going on sale on September 14th, so add it to your TBR list and get you a copy. I highly recommend this book. It's for ages 8-14 or for anyone that appreciates good writing from a unique point of view.
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