Review: Riches to rags and more.
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 09 21, 2013
What a fabulous book Ms. Tyson has written. I love it so much! I can certainly see why this book was published by a traditional publishing house. I'm not saying I haven't enjoyed many self-published books, because I have. I don't think I'll ever forget this story.There are some parts that are sad, but not sad enough to make me cry. You will love many of the characters and you'll also hate some.I enjoyed the historical portions very much. The author worked them into the story very well. Some of this novel may horrify you. The great thing is that the author doesn't keep on about those terrible things that went on in this time period. Instead, the author would have many characters find happiness, in spite of the odds against them. Very cleverly done.While reading this book, remember that back in the late 1800's and early 1900's medicine wasn't like it is today. Many diseases weren't understood. Also, remember that there weren't many laws protecting children. On top of all this, people of high standing worried a great deal about their reputations.I highly recommend this book.Rebecca Scarberry (@Scarberryfields on Twitter)