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- Publisher: Perennial Canada 2002 (2002)
- ASIN: B003AKC5HI
- Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews (32 customer reviews)
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Format:Hardcover
This book is difficult to review because there were some aspects that I quite enjoyed and others that almost made me throw the book across the room.
I liked the historical aspect of the story; this is not a sensationalized story and, to my knowledge, it is historically accurate. I also liked how the author kept descriptions simple yet precise; there are no gushing descriptions, yet I had a clear mental picture of the characters, scenery, etc.
On the other hand, I found the author "fluffed over" any difficulties that I expected the heroine to encounter. For example, this 18-year-old girl falls in love-at-first sight with the officer in charge of the women's prison. Of course he loves he right back and wants to marry her when the war's over. That smacks of Harlequin Romances to me. She is set free and, despite being sick, walks halfway home before - miracle of miracles! - finding her long-lost horse who, of course, recognizes her. Pu-lease!
Finally I have to say I HATED that no quotation marks were used. To me this is not only poor grammar but is bloody annoying! I had to reread many paragraphs to figure out what was said out loud and what was the author's narrative.
By C. Fabella
Format:Paperback
This was a haunting novel that opened my eyes to the atrocities committed in SE Missouri during the war, and war in general.
It wasn't always a page-turner; there were chapters that had a dream-like feel; there were also scenes that touched me deeply. Adair was a very positive, strong heroine.
It wasn't always a page-turner; there were chapters that had a dream-like feel; there were also scenes that touched me deeply. Adair was a very positive, strong heroine.
I am thankful to the author for assisting me in learning more about this great country of ours! If this were another place on Earth, we could well still be fighting the Civil War. Think of Somalia or Bosnia, and ask yourself why the next generation of Southerners did not continue to take up arms. It's not because the Civil War was a humane war!
By B. Naparstek
Format:Paperback
What a book! Loved it. It's rare you get this lyrical kind of writing, juicy plotting, & great characterization alongside carefully researched historical depth. Wow. I have such a rich new understanding of what it was like to live in the schizophrenic state of Missouri during the Civil War. And we think we have it tough now????
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Enemy Women
I just want to add a ditto to the report written by Norma S. Grove from Tucson, AZ United States. However, I felt even less enchantment with this book than she. Read more
Published on Jun 12 2003 by Catherine N. Carnes
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The Civil War Made Personal
I bought this book on tape before I took a long road trip a few weeks ago. The story is one that I have never heard told before -- that of a female taken prisoner during the Civil... Read more
Published on Mar 13 2003 by debra crosby
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HIGHLY LISTENABLE
Cruel may well be a euphemism for the atrocities suffered during the American Civil War, yet there was also great courage and strength. Read more
Published on Feb 4 2003 by Gail Cooke
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Texas Librarian
I have a 30 minute commute to and from work so I listen to many books on tape. The readers of audio books make all the difference in the world as to how a listener responds, and... Read more
Published on Feb 3 2003
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Luke warm
After reading the first few chapters I phoned a friend and asked, "Why did you think I would like this book? Read more
Published on Aug 27 2002 by Marion E. Hudson
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A must read!
There is just something about the book that pulls the reader in, but what it is I can't say. I've read books with more sympathetic and likable characters, but there were just... Read more
Published on Aug 26 2002
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Slow
The overall story was good, but slow! Maybe if one is familiar with the area they could better appreciate the heavy description of the land. Read more
Published on Aug 20 2002
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A Compelling Read
I cannot say that I loved this book--but something about it kept me reading. The writing is beautiful, although I must say, the author's decision not to use quotation marks didn't... Read more
Published on Aug 9 2002 by Elizabeth Hendry
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Reminiscent of Cold Mountain...only better!
This book is reminiscent of Cold Mountain. The protagonist is a young women named Adair. Well, it takes a little while to get through the first chapter because the author provides... Read more
Published on Aug 7 2002 by Rose Chester
4.0 out of 5 stars
Authentic, beautifully written....stays with you..
Enemy Women is a story about life during the Civil War, but it much more than "just" that. It is a story about life and loss, love and hate, hope and despair. Read more
Published on Aug 6 2002 by jeanne-scott
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