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A Drowned Maiden's Hair: a melodrama

By curlyq
A Drowned Maiden's Hair: a melodrama
By Laura Amy Schlitz
Candlewick Press, 2006. 389 pgs. Chapter book.

This book is about an eleven year old girl named Maud. Full of spice, spunk, and a more than healthy dose of naughtiness, she isn't exactly the model orphan. When she is chosen over more "proper" candidates to be adopted by a trio of old, well-to-do ladies, she is delighted to be rid of the orphanage and in a real home, even with the mandate that as such she must remain hidden as their "secret child." However, as her role in the old ladies' lives becomes increasingly complicated, she must make difficult choices which take her down new and unknown paths.

This book provides a very entertaining and enjoyable read. I found the plot to be very unique and interesting and the story immediately captured my attention. The characters are well developed and are one of the strongest points. I highly recommend this book--it's a great story!
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booklady said…
This book has one of the best first lines I've ever read! Kids who like spooky books that are not too scary will love this one. It will also lead kids into reading more about this particular period of history.
July 10, 2007 at 1:32 PM
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