Monday, March 12, 2012

Mailbox Monday March 12


I received one book in the past two weeks. I have cut way back on the amount of books coming in. I need to catch up around here! This month's mailbox Monday is being hosted by Anna at Diary of an Eccentric


The Secrets of Mary Bowser by Lois Leveen

Paperback: 496 pages
Publisher: William Morrow Paperbacks; Original edition (May 15, 2012)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0062107909
ISBN-13: 978-0062107909

Based on the remarkable true story of a freed African American slave who returned to Virginia at the onset of the Civil War to spy on the Confederates, The Secrets of Mary Bowser is a masterful debut by an exciting new novelist. Author Lois Leveen combines fascinating facts and ingenious speculation to craft a historical novel that will enthrall readers of women's fiction, historical fiction, and acclaimed works like Cane River and Cold Mountain that offer intimate looks at the twin nightmares of slavery and Civil War. A powerful and unforgettable story of a woman who risked her own freedom to bring freedom to millions of others, The Secrets of Mary Bowser celebrates the courageous achievements of a little known but truly inspirational American heroine.
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12 comments:

  1. Jennifer | Mrs Q Book AddictMarch 12, 2012 at 8:53 PM

    I love the cover of this one. Enjoy!

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  2. StaciMarch 12, 2012 at 8:56 PM

    This one looks awesome and it totally about something that I love to read!!

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  3. (Diane) Bibliophile By the SeaMarch 12, 2012 at 9:03 PM

    I do like the sound of this one a lot -- hope its as good as it sounds.

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  4. AnnaMarch 13, 2012 at 6:35 AM

    It sounds like a great book. Can't wait to see what you think of it!

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  5. bermudaonionMarch 13, 2012 at 7:54 AM

    I'm not familiar with that book, but it sounds good! I love that it's based on a true story.

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  6. Martha @ Hey, I want to read thatMarch 13, 2012 at 11:07 AM

    Wow, this one sounds really good. I'm adding it to my wish list.

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  7. Martha @ Hey, I want to read thatMarch 13, 2012 at 11:14 AM

    Yay, my comment posted. ;D

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  8. Leslie (Under My Apple Tree)March 14, 2012 at 1:12 AM

    Sounds good. This is a new one to me.

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  9. DarleneMarch 14, 2012 at 9:59 AM

    I hadn't heard of this one before but it's definitely one I'd like to read. I love the cover as well - it's what first caught my attention.

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  10. TheBookGirlMarch 15, 2012 at 8:58 AM

    This sounds like a great read -- hope you enjoy it :)

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  11. Laura at Library of Clean ReadsMarch 16, 2012 at 8:47 AM

    This one sounds really good, especially since it's based on a true story. Have a great reading week!

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  12. Julie March 29, 2012 at 1:48 PM

    Ooh! I have this one, too! Doesn't it look great?

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