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Once on This Island by Gloria Whelan
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Once on This Island

by Gloria Whelan

Series: Mackinac Island Trilogy (1)

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It is the summer of 1812 and war has erupted between England and the United States, casting its dark shadow as far as remote, beautiful Mackinac Island. There, young Mary O'Shea suffers many losses. British troops conquer the island. Her beloved father joins the American army on the mainland. And her best friend Gavin, an Indian orphan raised by white settlers, leaves his adoptive home to return to his tribe.
-from the back cover of 'Once On This Island'

A great book if you're looking for a fun read mixed with history! Be sure to read the next two books in the series 'Farewell to the Island' and 'Return to the Island'

Good for any age. ( )
  I_recommend | Jan 15, 2009 |
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When war erupts between England and America in 1812, it brings change and uncertainty—even to Michigan’s remote Mackinac Island. For young Mary O’Shea, the hardest change is the departure of her father, who leaves Mackinac to join the American Army. With her sister and brother, Mary must tend the farm, deal with the hardships of British occupation, and hope for the safe return of their father. ‘The story, told with quiet humor, brings to life this episode in history. The readers feels the beauty of the island, the pain of separation, [and] the anxiety and fear produced by war.’—V. ‘[S]mooth writing, vivid characters, and strong sense of place make this a good choice for libraries and a treasure for ones in the Great Lakes area.’—BL.

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