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Title: Despite the title, a rather shallow story.
Review: After reading The Black Flower, this book definitely ended up being a disappointment. The characters don't have much much depth, and the book may contain some historical inacuracy. Two Georgia teenagers are discussing the fame of "General" Sheridan during the summer of 1862. Colonel Sheridan's promotion to brigadier general did not happen until September 13, 1862 (although it was then effective back to July 1, 1862). Maybe the kids were psychic? There is also a reference to an inscription on a silver cross belonging to a dead child that is dated 1948. Back to the future once again. Seems to me this book was rushed to press to capitalize on the success of books like Cold Mountain. At $24.95 for a paperback, the price is too steep for the contents. Is it a good book? Maybe. Is it a great book? No way. Save your money and check it out of the library.
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