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The Little Balloonist
The Little Balloonist
Author: Linda Donn
A soaring love story set in Napoleonic France — This irresistible literary debut novel was inspired by the life of Sophie Blanchard, one of the first women to fly. In Paris, a young widow inherits her late husband's considerable debts, as well as his celebrated hydrogen balloon. Drawn by the allure of flight despite its dangers, Sophie ta...  more »
ISBN-13: 9780452287730
ISBN-10: 0452287731
Publication Date: 11/28/2006
Pages: 224
Rating:
  • Currently 3.3/5 Stars.
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3.3 stars, based on 2 ratings
Publisher: Plume
Book Type: Paperback
Other Versions: Hardcover
Members Wishing: 0
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This was a bit hard to get into and the first few chapters were a little on the stiff side but once the reader is used to the writing style the story flows quite well.

A nice read for a bus ride or car trip lasting a short while.


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