Sophia's War: A Tale of the Revolution Audiobook

" I have never been a huge fan of Avi`s books, but this one was great. Sophia was a very cool and realistic character. I like the plot and how everything flowed and made sense. Very good. A few things were missing- how did she leave without telling her parents?? for example. "

" I recently read an old book, also aimed at young readers, about Benedict Arnold. This book retold that story in a way that was much more entertaining. Although it was fictional, most of the characters were historical. A great way to learn a history lesson. "

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" Watching Nathan Hale's hanging puts the ugly face of war on young Sophia Calderwood. In this historical fiction Avi's weaves three revolutionary stories together through this strong female lead; the atrocities that leading to her brother's death on the British prison ships, the traitorous actions of famed Benedict Arnold, and Sophia's heroism in thwarting them off. Middle school readers will enjoy resolving the mystery of who is the America traitor and figuring out how will Sophia, only a 15 year old patriot, foil their plans. I wish that Avi had chosen a male lead. It's my middle school boys who I need to convince that history can come alive. I found the last section a bit clunky when the perspective changed, but otherwise an enjoyable read. "

" While not quite as good as Chains, whose characters were much more developed, this book also delves into the Revolutionary War in New York City. But this book mainly sticks with the Benedict Arnold saga. I learned a lot especially reading this and another historical fiction about the Revolutionary War back to back. "

" Fictional character Sophia Calderwood's journey through the terrifying times of the Revolutionary War is so interesting. I read this book to be able to discuss with my granddaughter, who's writing a book report on this book, and again, I learned - or re-learned - a lot of what I'd missed about Benedict Arnold, Jon Andre, General Clinton, etc. in history classes. Great book! "

" I really enjoyed this book and feel that even though it is historical fiction it is a good book to teach young adults about the Revolutionary War. I also like how the author includes a bibliography of books he used to research for this and a glossery of terms at the end. "

" Saw this at the library and grabbed it just for fun. It was enjoyable. As he says at the end, the story of Sophia is fiction but the other parts are real. He just used Sophia to connect events that may or may not have had a connection. Generally, I like the books I've read by Avi. "

" Interesting read that details the treachery of Benedict Arnold. Especially interesting because of the area, so close to ours, where the events unfolded. "

" Solid revolutionary war historical fiction. "

" The Revolutionary War presented through the eyes of a young girl, turned spy. Good for 6th grade "

" This was a decent read. I do like historical nonfiction, especially in the colonial era, and Avi always delivers a story rich in historical detail. "

" Intriguing tale of a brave young girl in the heart of the Revolutionary War. Great history lesson along with a compelling storyline. Avi weaves another masterful tale! "

" Good historical fiction. I really like Avi. "

" Interesting spy/historical novel about the revolutionary war. I just have a problem with the way avi writes. It sounds two third grade essayish. There's a lot of furthermores, and on the other hands that ruin the flow of the story. "

" The story of Benedict Arnold and the Revolutionary War told through the eyes of a young American girl who becomes the spy who foils Arnold's plan. Avi mixes truth with fiction in a fashion that I think young history buffs will enjoy. "

" Avi has a way of working historical facts into suspenseful stories; this is no exception. Sophie finds a way to avenge her brother's death by becoming a Patriot spy. A strong female character point of view telling another side of the Revolutionary War. "

" I had a hard time getting through this one. It felt like something I would have had to read for school. "

" Solid historical fiction with a well-crafted narrative voice. "

" Written in the voice of a young girl turned Patriot spy, the authentic dialogue will take some time to get used to. This would be a great read aloud during the study of the Revolutionary War! The use of a strong female character intermixed with historical facts and figures is an engaging read. "