Review: Revolution by Jennifer Donnelly
My Thoughts
A stirring, riveting, aching story of love and loss—
one that transcends time and lingers long after the book is done.
Boldly beautiful and original.
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Synopsis
From the privileged streets of modern Brooklyn to the heart of the French Revolution, Jennifer Donnelly, author of the award-winning novel A Northern Light, artfully weaves two girls’ stories into one unforgettable account of life, loss, and enduring love. Revolution spans centuries and vividly depicts the eternal struggles of the human heart.
BROOKLYN: Andi Alpers is on the edge. She’s angry at her father for leaving, angry at her mother for not being able to cope, and heartbroken by the loss of her younger brother, Truman. Rage and grief are destroying her. And she’s about to be expelled from Brooklyn Heights’ most prestigious private school when her father intervenes. Now Andi must accompany him to Paris for winter break.
PARIS: Alexandrine Paradis lived over two centuries ago. She dreamed of making her mark on the Paris stage, but a fateful encounter with a doomed prince of France cast her in a tragic role she didn’t want—and couldn’t escape.
Two girls, two centuries apart. One never knowing the other. But when Andi finds Alexandrine’s diary, she recognizes something in her words and is moved to the point of obsession. There’s comfort and distraction for Andi in the journal’s antique pages—until, on a midnight journey through the catacombs of Paris, Alexandrine’s words transcend paper and time, and the past becomes suddenly, terrifyingly present.
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“Life’s all about the revolution, isn’t it? The one inside, I mean. You can’t change history. You can’t change the world. All you can ever change is yourself.”
“Together in our house, in the firelight, we are the world made small.”
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Lindsey Pogue (Author) said:
I read this book a few years ago and felt the very same way that you did. I LOVED it. I love her writing style. I have another JD story I haven’t read yet, but I’m sure I’ll love it too 🙂 Great feature, I’m happy you liked it.
Megan @Reading Books Like a Boss said:
This book sounds really good, Vilma!!
Lindsey Pogue (Author) said:
It’s really good. You should definitely read it 🙂