Sissy!: Book One of the Jessica Radford Trilogy: Amazon.ca: Tom Mach: Books

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In 1857, Nellie, a slave girl, is rescued by the Underground Railroad. Five years later, Jessica Radford's parents, who had adopted the girl, are brutally murdered by a border ruffian and Nellie is kidnapped. How does Sissy, Nellie's angel, finally bring Jessica peace on the most brutal battlefield of the Civil War-Lawrence, Kansas?

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5.0 out of 5 stars Truly captivating book!, April 27 2004

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There are few books I've read that are true page-turners, but Mr. Mach's Sissy! is definitely in that categoy. I was instantly drawn into the 19th century and found the characters and surroundings so descriptive, I felt as if I were personally in the story seeing all of the action first-hand. I was with Otto and the Underground Railroad, risking my life to resuce a slave. I was there with Jessica Radford, disguised as a man, worrying with her about being able to fight in the war. I was there with Penelope when one of the Quantrill raiders pointed a pistol at me, demanding to know where I was hiding men escaping from the terror. I was there crying with Pelathe the Indian who had tried in vain to warn Lawrence about the attack. This is a remarkable book, full of interesting twists and turns, and I can't wait until I read Mr. Mach's second book of his trilogy. Anyone who reads this novel, whethe r or not they enjoy the Civil War, will be certainly captivated by Sissy! It's truly a great read and I'd recommend it to anyone

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5.0 out of 5 stars GREAT READ, April 20 2004

By	mark l gringeri (san jose, ca United States) - See all my reviews

SISSY IS A STORY THAT HAS EVERYTHING GOING FOR IT....BELIEVABLE CHARACTERS,AN AUTHENTIC CIVIL WAR SETTING WITH LIFE AND DEATH HANGING IN THE BALANCE AND REAL LIFE CHOICES THAT HAVE TO BE MADE.A STORY FOR ALMOST ANY AGE GROUP.IT ALSO IMPARTS A SPIRITUALITY THAT STAYS WITH ONE AFTER THE BOOK IS FINISHED.I CAN SEE THAT THE FOLLOWING TWO BOOKS WILL BE INTERESTING AND CAN ALSO SEE THIS AS A MOVIE.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Sissy!, Mar 6 2004

By	Shirley M. Plumlee "kansasbuffalo" (Manhattan, KS United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I just finished reading Sissy! and I love everything about it. The story line is very moving and the historical facts are fascinating. It is obvious that a lot of research went into this book. I was right there in the book, seeing things unfold through the eyes of the characters. Since I grew up in Missouri and now live near Lawrence, Kansas, where some of the action takes place, I have an even deeper appreciation for the historical figures, the streets, shops and events that occur in the book. My husband and I both loved Sissy! and we are anxiously awaiting the next book in this series!

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5.0 out of 5 stars A true masterpiece of historical fiction!
Even if you don't love reading about the Civil War, you'll still love reading Sissy! by Tom Mach. I am not a big fan of the Civil War, but I absolutely loved Mach's latest... Read more

Published on Mar 2 2004

5.0 out of 5 stars This is a very interesting novel
I'm not one to ever read an historical fiction book, but I'm glad I gave Sissy a try. It took me by surprise. It was a very enjoyable read. Read more

Published on Mar 1 2004 by marilyn stuit

5.0 out of 5 stars A Must Read!
"Sissy!" is a must read for Civil War buffs, AND those who aren't, as well! Tom Mach's slant is from an entirely different perspective than your ordinary novel set in... Read more

Published on Feb 23 2004 by Joann Williams

5.0 out of 5 stars A Real Page Turner
Once in a great while I discover a novel that is so good I want to tell all my friends about it. Sissy! is that kind of book. Read more

Published on Feb 18 2004