Review: CAPTIVATING
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 10 19, 2011
Marcia, before I explain the numerous reasons I love this novel, I want to commend your sadly deceased mother, Martha Ann Sugg,  for her talent and imagination. It also took a lot of talent for you, Marcia, to convert her handwritten novel into this masterpiece.Before I started reading this wonderful novel, I was very happy to know it was written for young adults. I felt safe that it would not go into detail regarding the massacres of the whites and the Indians. I have had my fill of those stories and they only sadden me. I feel part of the reason is that I am part Cherokee.I have to say, my favorite part of this novel is the romantic side of the story. I think most will feel the same. I doubt anybody reading this novel, can avoid falling in love with Aquilla's strong spirit, willingness to help others and her support of the Indians, especially those who literally saved her life. It broke my heart that she later felt she needed to hide the fact that she had kind feelings for any Indian. It is understandable though, that she would fear being judged as a traitor.I could go on and on about this incredible story, but I do not want to ruin one ounce of it for all you who are thinking of reading it. I highly recommend this novel to all ages. I love it so much; I plan to read it a second time.Thank you so much, Marcia, for your hard work in bringing this story to all of us and I am looking forward to reading all of your other books.~Rebecca Scarberry