Sabrina is trapped between two loves: Martin, the Tory, and Richard, the buckskin rebel. She ends up betraying the first to pass information to Francis Marion. The setting, British-occupied Charleston in 1780, is fairly well drawn, but the characters are stock, and the dialogue horrific. The story doesn't ring true entirely, and there's too much gazing into each other's eyes. However, there's also lots of historical information to absorb and a certain amount of suspense.
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Candice Ransom (1952-) is the author of more than 100 books for children, including Tractor Day (Walker), Pony Island (Walker), Finding Day's Bottom (Carolrhoda), Seeing Sky-Blue Pink (Carolrhoda), Secret in the Tower (Wizards of the Coast), and Hello, Virginia! (Sterling). Ransom's books are often set in her native state of Virginia, where her family has lived since 1711. Honors and awards include starred reviews, IRA Teacher's Choice, IRA Children's Choice, Pick of the List, New York Public Library Best 100 Books, and Smithsonian Notable Book. Nearly 50 of her books have been translated into twelve languages. She has an MFA in writing from Vermont College and an MA in children's literature from Hollins University and teaches in Hollins University's graduate program in children's literature. Ransom lives with her husband in Fredericksburg, Virginia.
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
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the best,
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This review is from: Sabrina (Sunfire) (Paperback)
hi, i usually find romance books sappy, but this one was by far the best i have ever read. it's well written, the character actually has a personality (the girl, i mean, the guy always has such an overbearing one), and she is active in the war! how many girl spies did you see running around in 1776? Bravo!
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The best Sunfire Book!,
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I love many of the Sunfire books, but this is most assurdly the best one!! This is even actually one of the best books I have ever read! The love story between Richard and Sabrina is so beautiful, i always cry at the end of this book. Even though I am in my late teens now, every once in awhile I go back and read this book and am reminded of the intensity and sweetness of it. I think it is [sad] that the Sunfire books are out of print! Bring them back!!! Anyway, I love this book!!!
3 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
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This book was cool.,
This review is from: Sabrina (Sunfire) (Paperback)
This was another cool Sunfire book. Sabrina is an orphan living with her aunt and uncle in Charlestown, South Carolina during the American Revolution. When her uncle becomes ill, Sabrina must take over his role spying for the Patriots. Can Sabrina find the courage to risk her life for her country? And can she choose between the two men who love her - a wealthy Tory and a brave Patriot?
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