The Gold-Lined Box

by Marjory Hall

A fascinating historical novel based on the true story of sixteen-year old Matilda O'Neill, who sets out to rescue her father from a British warship during the War of 1812.

Genres: Historical Fiction

217 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1968

Reviews

[Jo Oehrlein · Rating 2 out of 5]

This piece of historical fiction is centered around the War of 1812. The main character is pretty self-centered and the story is told fairly woodenly. However, it’s good for getting a feeling of what people in the Maryland area would have felt like in the early parts of the war.

[Emily · Rating 4 out of 5]

Really great book, taken from a true story. I just don't like the girl's rebellious spirit.

[Kenyan · Rating 1 out of 5]

I actually never finished this book....I lost interest.