Reviews
Crook's attention to detail and setting is excellent, providing the reader with insight into the social and political situations of the time. The use of primary resources-such as weaving the testimony of Secord's granddaughter into a character's dialogue-is a nice touch that highlights Secord's bravery...Provides an opportunity to see Secord's resourcefulness, compassion, and independent spirit on full display., . . . this well-researched and documented historical novel offers young readers a fascinating perspective on the events following the American Revolution and leading up to the War of 1812 . . . An opportunity for American children to see a little-known war through a rarely considered lens. - Kirkus ReviewsIn this novel, Laura Ingersoll Secord grows from a curious 12-year-old in Massachusetts to a fearless heroine in Upper Canada . . . Secord's story is a great way for students to learn about the politics of the period and the relationship between the United States and Canada during post-Revolutionary War times. - School Library JournalActs of Courage, an accurate, accessible novel, is timely for the bicentennial anniversary of the War of 1812 . . . Readers of all ages like to learn new things while they are being entertained and will appreciate Crook's care and skill in painting a detailed, fascinating picture of Laura's times. - CM MagazineGiven her knowledge of the subject, it's not surprising that Crook's attention to detail and setting is excellent, providing the reader with insight into the social and political situations of the time. The use of primary resources - such as weaving the testimony of Secord's granddaughter into a character's dialogue - is a nice touch that highlights Secord's bravery. - Quill and QuireConnie Brummel Crook has created an exceptional account of what would or could have been Laura Secord's life. She depicts vivid landscapes and interiors of the 19th century with exquisite imagery . . . A love story, with war, passion, humanity; it is a dynamic and fascinating story that demonstrates the implacable resolve of women in that period. It is something that can be admired by all. - Resource Links, "Written from a Canadian perspective, this well-researched and documented historical novel offers young readers a fascinating perspective on the events following the American Revolution and leading up to the War of 1812 ? An opportunity for American children to see a little-known war through a rarely considered lens." - Kirkus Reviews"In this novel, Laura Ingersoll Secord grows from a curious 12-year-old in Massachusetts to a fearless heroine in Upper Canada ? Secord's story is a great way for students to learn about the politics of the period and the relationship between the United States and Canada during post-Revolutionary War times."?School Library Journal"Acts of Courage, an accurate, accessible novel, is timely for the bicentennial anniversary of the War of 1812 ? Readers of all ages like to learn new things while they are being entertained and will appreciate Crook's care and skill in painting a detailed, fascinating picture of Laura's times." - CM Magazine"Given her knowledge of the subject, it's not surprising that Crook's attention to detail and setting is excellent, providing the reader with insight into the social and political situations of the time. The use of primary resources - such as weaving the testimony of Secord's granddaughter into a character's dialogue - is a nice touch that highlights Secord's bravery." - Quill and Quire"Connie Brummel Crook has created an exceptional account of what would or could have been Laura Secord's life. She depicts vivid landscapes and interiors of the 19th century with exquisite imagery ? A love story, with war, passion, humanity; it is a dynamic and fascinating story that demonstrates the implacable resolve of women in that period. It is something that can be admired by all." - Resource Links" ? to people who think Canadian history is boring - this book will change your mind." - Ten Stories Up, . . . this well-researched and documented historical novel offers young readers a fascinating perspective on the events following the American Revolution and leading up to the War of 1812 . . . An opportunity for American children to see a little-known war through a rarely considered lens., Kirkus, May 15, 2012 In this novel, Laura Ingersoll Secord grows from a curious 12-year-old in Massachusetts to a fearless heroine in Upper Canada . . . Secord's story is a great way for students to learn about the politics of the period and the relationship between the United States and Canada during post-Revolutionary War times., School Library Journal, June 15, 2012 Acts of Courage, an accurate, accessible novel, is timely for the bicentennial anniversary of the War of 1812 . . . Readers of all ages like to learn new things while they are being entertained and will appreciate Crook's care and skill in painting a detailed, fascinating picture of Laura's times., CM Magazine, February 24, 2012 Given her knowledge of the subject, it's not surprising that Crook's attention to detail and setting is excellent, providing the reader with insight into the social and political situations of the time. The use of primary resources - such as weaving the testimony of Secord's granddaughter into a character's dialogue - is a nice touch that highlights Secord's bravery., Quill & Quire, April 1, 2012 Connie Brummel Crook has created an exceptional account of what would or could have been Laura Secord's life. She depicts vivid landscapes and interiors of the 19th century with exquisite imagery . . . A love story, with war, passion, humanity; it is a dynamic and fascinating story that demonstrates the implacable resolve of women in that period. It is something that can be admired by all., Resource Links, April 1, 2012, About Acts of Courage 2013 World Guild Historical Fiction Award shortlist 2013 World Guild Young Adult Award shortlist 2012 Resource Links "The Year's Best" selection "In this novel, Laura Ingersoll Secord grows from a curious 12-year-old in Massachusetts to a fearless heroine in Upper Canada...Secord's story is a great way for students to learn about the politics of the period and the relationship between the United States and Canada during post-Revolutionary War times."--School Library Journal "[T]his well-researched and documented historical novel offers young readers a fascinating perspective on the events following the American Revolution and leading up to the War of 1812...An opportunity for American children to see a little-known war through a rarely considered lens."--Kirkus Reviews "Given her knowledge of the subject, it's not surprising that Crook's attention to detail and setting is excellent, providing the reader with insight into the social and political situations of the time. The use of primary resources - such as weaving the testimony of Secord's granddaughter into a character's dialogue - is a nice touch that highlights Secord's bravery."--Quill & Quire "Acts of Courage, an accurate, accessible novel, is timely for the bicentennial anniversary of the War of 1812...Readers of all ages like to learn new things while they are being entertained and will appreciate Crook's care and skill in painting a detailed, fascinating picture of Laura's times."--CM Magazine "Connie Brummel Crook has created an exceptional account of what would or could have been Laura Secord's life. She depicts vivid landscapes and interiors of the 19th century with exquisite imagery...A love story, with war, passion, humanity; it is a dynamic and fascinating story that demonstrates the implacable resolve of women in that period. It is something that can be admired by all."--Resource Links Magazine
