The Forgotten Daughter
The Forgotten Daughter
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 1933
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Ancient Rome • 2nd century
1933
YA
10-14 years
Super Short Summary
In The Forgotten Daughter, Caroline Dale Snedeker explores the life of a young girl in ancient Rome who is separated from her family. Caught between different worlds, she embarks on a journey of self-discovery, navigating societal challenges to find her place and identity.
Nostalgic
Emotional
Contemplative
Bittersweet
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
The Forgotten Daughter by Caroline Dale Snedeker is praised for its rich historical detail and engaging narrative set in ancient Rome. Readers appreciate the well-developed characters and vivid depiction of the era. Some find the pacing uneven, but the emotional depth compensates for it. Overall, it's a captivating read for historical fiction enthusiasts.
Who Should Read The Forgotten Daughter?
A reader who enjoys The Forgotten Daughter by Caroline Dale Snedeker likely appreciates historical fiction set in ancient Rome, with themes of identity and family. Fans of Rosemary Sutcliff's The Eagle of the Ninth or Esther Forbes' Johnny Tremain may find this novel appealing due to its rich historical setting and coming-of-age narrative.
347 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
309
Novel • Fiction
Ancient Rome • 2nd century
1933
YA
10-14 years
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