Book Reviews
[D]isappointing…. Though the twists of Hannie’s and Benny’s stories will keep readers guessing, the book is marred by a lack of depth, and Hannie’s reliance on and trust in her former owner is frustratingly unquestioned.
Publishers Weekly
[E]nthralling and ultimately heartening…. Though it can take a moment to catch on, the two intertwined narratives eventually speak back and forth… [e]mphasizing… that stories matter and should never go untold…. [An] absorbing historical for many readers.
Library Journal
Wingate makes history come alive with the dual tale of formerly enslaved Hannie Gossett in 1875 and Benedetta "Benny" Silva in 1987.… Historical fiction fans will appreciate the authentic articles and the connection between modern times and the past
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