My big problem with this book is: it doesn’t know what it is. Is it historical fiction? Yes, and no. Is it
science fiction? Yes, and no. Is it alternative universe/history? Yes, and
no. I had the uncomfortable feeling all
while reading it that I was being played by the author. And that is not a
comfortable -- or desirable -- feeling.
THE UNDERGROUND RAILROAD tells the story of Cora, a
plantation slave, and her desire for freedom.
In this book, the underground railroad is just that – underground. Many interlocking tunnels with a variety of
engines and baggage/passenger cars traverse this railroad. Apparently no one hears
or notices these steam engines or the building of the tunnels. The slavery portion of the story is purely antebellum
south and rings true. The rest of the story – not so much.
The first half of the book found me wondering why I kept
reading. The last half, I just wanted to know how Cora fared in this awkward
world. I can’t recommend this book.
2 of 5 stars
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