In this compelling sequel to Chains, a National Book Award Finalist and winner of the Scott O'Dell Award for Historical Fiction, acclaimed author Laurie Halse Anderson shifts perspective from Isabel to Curzon and brings to the page the tale of what it takes for runaway slaves to forge their own paths in a world of obstaclesand in the midst of the American Revolution. The Patriot Army was shaped and strengthened by the desperate circumstances of the Valley Forge winter. This is where Curzon the boy becomes Curzon the young man. In addition to the hardships of soldiering, he lives with the fear of discovery, for he is an escaped slave passing for free. And then there is Isabel, who is also at Valley Forgeagainst her will. She and Curzon have to sort out the tangled threads of their friendship while figuring out what stands between the two of them and true freedom.
My Review
"Forge" is the thrilling sequel to change. It is good if not better then chains. Curzon has been trying to find a way of life ever his and Isabel's paths separated. As he travels, he meets a Patriot soldier named Eben, who convinces him to join the Patriot army. The story chronicles Curzon's life, as he lives through Valley Forge. While in Valley Forge, Curzon is unfairly made a slave once again by his former owner. Unexpectedly, he meets his friend Isabel. Together they must free themselves in a world that is not kind to their race. Curzon is a very deep thinking character, who captures the struggle of Valley Forge for survival. Isabelle fiercely believes in freedom. Through Curzon's eyes, we learn about the mistreatment of slaves, which makes you wonder how the human race could ever do such a thing.
Stars: 5 out of 5
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