This is a highly readable biography that never gets bogged down in dry history and facts. The author immerses the reader in the political/religious atmosphere in England during the early 1600s, the thinking that led to the "Great Migration," and life in the new colony. One gets a sense of Anne Bradstreet as an educated and introspective daughter, wife, mother and poet. There is a sense of some stretching with the presentation of Anne's thoughts; surely speculative at times when it slips beyond research and Anne's own writing. But then, Charlotte Gordon has probably spent more time with Anne Bradstreet than most, and is thus as qualified as anyone to speak for her. There is much to learn here about the poet, the woman, and the times she lived in. ( )

This was a pretty good novel. I loved reading about this puritan girl and her beliefs. I believe that the author put too much of her opinion into the novel though. I would suggest this book to anyone who is looking for a biography to read for school expecially for an American Lit. of American History class. ( )

Well written, fascinating account of Anne Bradstreet's life. After reading this, I felt like I knew her as someone I would like to have as a friend; made me long for the day I would meet her in heaven. I highly recommend this book if you are all interested in the life of Anne Bradstreet.

This is a fascinating book about America's first poet, Anne Bradstreet. It is also a look into the life of Puritans. ( )