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Article: Holder, Nancy. Spirited.(Brief Article)(Book Review)
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- November 1, 2004
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HOLDER, Nancy. Spirited. Simon & Schuster, Pulse. 257p. c2004. 0-689-87063-9. $5.99. JS
This is a historical novel with the passion of the film The Last of the Mohicans (art inspiration to the author). It also includes an interpretation of Native American spirituality, with little people (faeries), interpretation of dreams, healing, and fantastical powers. Holder has written numerous works of supernatural fiction, including many novels about Bully the Vampire Slayer. She knows well what appeals to YA readers.
The main character, Isabella, is British, accompanying her father to Fort William Henry in the midst of the French and Indian War. In the ...