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Title: Masterpiece plot ruined by unnecessary ramble
Review: Ann Rinaldi Ruins her reputation with this seemingly entertaining book. As with most books the back makes it out to be something it is not. It tells of a story between a young Bostonian girl, Rachel Marsh, and a soldier of the 29th regiment who become ensnared in a relationship of forbidden love. Though this may appeal to most readers, it turned me away because the object of Rachel's affection is not introduced untill halfway through the somewhat jumbled tale. Even after they are introduced through a twisted fate meeting, the story is spent dwelling on the young girl's thoughts rather than a real plot. The plot is incorperated but it seems more of a side story rather than an overall novel. In conclusion I feel that this is undeniably boring book that had the potential to become a masterpiece. Thanks Ms. Rinaldi for wasting my time with your "words on pages."
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