The Lacemaker by Laura Frantz is a standalone novel set during the early days of the American Revolution.  As one might expect from such a time period there is a lot of unrest and uncertainty.  This story really touches on the emotional aspects of this tumultuous time in American History.

The story that unfolds of Elisabeth “Liberty” Lawson is moving and inspiring.  It really leads one to question how one might react under similar circumstances.  The author has given readers a chance to place themselves in this time in history and to contemplate how things could have felt to those who actually lived during that time.

The writing of the story allows readers to connect not just with history, but with the characters and their emotions.  The character of Noble Rynallt is intriguing and romantics will have much to enjoy as they read about him.  More than anything this story reminds us that basic human wants and desires are no different now than they were in the fledgling days of America.

This book was sent to Compass Book Ratings for review by Revell

Content Analysis:

Profanity/Language: None

Violence/Gore:  A home is ransacked by mobbers, only property is damaged; a home is burned, but no injuries reported; a person threatens to drug another, if he is not obeyed; men fight with their fists; a woman is grabbed by a man to prevent her from leaving; report of soldiers engaging in warfare. 

Sex/Nudity:  Several references are made to a married man‘s mistress; a woman wonders what will happen on a honeymoon night; it is implied that a married couple has sex; couples kiss and embrace.

Mature Subject Matter:

Traitors, familial discord, Revolutionary War.

Alcohol / Drug Use:

Person has been drinking; people consume spirits in private and in social settings.