Review: Great Historical read for Tweens and Teens!
Rating: 4 out of 5
Date: 08 22, 2013
*I received a free e copy of this book from the author in exchange for an honest review*The Acadian Secret is a great mix of children's fantasy and historic fiction. I thought that the author did a fantastic job of weaving in fiction and historical facts. Being a mother, I do enjoy a good childrens book. This one is full of fun and friendship and kids will take something valuable away from it at the same time. Knowledge.This story is about a young girl named Elisabeth. One night, while strolling down the street with her mother, she stops at an antique store and buys herself a lovely crystal necklace. Little does she know that this necklace will change her life. With the twirl of the stone, Elisabeth is able to magically transport herself between current day Novia Scotia and 17th Century Scotland. How amazing is that? While there, Elisabeth makes immeasurable friendships and finds herself immersed in immeasurable mischief.I loved the characters that I encountered in this book. They were all so wonderful and played such a giant part in the success of Elisabeth's journey. From handsome and kind Malcolm, the laird of Castle Ealasaid to David Perrier the ratty and mysterious stranger that Elisabeth encounters on more than one occasion. The only character I couldn't quite form a connection with was John. Up until the end of the book I wasn't quite sure why he was even included in the novel. I still feel he could have been left out and it wouldn't have affected the story at all. It may even have made it less confusing.The ending of this book is fantastic. Every question that you may be asking yourself throughout is answered and wrapped up in a nice neat package. I loved the afterwords, at the end of the book, where the author includes the actual facts from history to collaborate the book.All in all, this was a great story and any child who enjoys a good mystery mixed with some historical accuracies and more than a touch of fantasy should definitely consider picking it up and giving it a read. You won't be disappointed, I wasn't!