On December 26, 1811, a fire at the Richmond Theater killed 72 people, the largest loss of life in a disaster in the country's history at the time. The House is on Fire by Rachel Beanland is fiction based on that history Through four different perspectives, the author weaves a compelling story of a preventable disaster, its aftermath, its heroes, and its villains. It also paints a vivid picture of a time and place â slavery, the role of women, the role of artists and performers, and the city itself.
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Reviewed for NetGalley.
Read my complete review at http://www.memoriesfrombooks.com/2024/08/the-house-is-on-fire.html
Reviewed for NetGalley.
