I didn't like this one quite as much as you did, more like a solid B grade for me, but I did enjoy it a lot. My complaint is that it was a little farfetched at times when it came to some of the narrow escapes the ladies had, and I never really bought in to the white "heroine." But, like you, I learned a lot about a piece of history I would have never even heard of it not for this book. Bonus points for that alone.

I'm glad to see you enjoyed it. The blurb has appealed to me since the book came out but the bad reviews have made me nervous. It sounds like it's definitely worth a try.

Glad to hear you liked this one so much. I do like the way Wingate writes, although I don't always love her books.

Wonderful review Susan. I also liked this book. I had never heard of the Lost Friends ads. That is one thing I like about her books, she takes a time or event that is not well known and we learn about it.

Once again, we have similar thoughts. A bit slow in places, but loved the characterizations and well worth the time.

This sounds good and timely. I'd have trouble with slow, but knowing you liked it, I'd persevere.