Sarah Bishop
Sarah Bishop
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 1980
Book Brief
184
Novel • Fiction
New York • 1770s
1980
YA
10-14 years
Super Short Summary
Sarah Bishop by Scott O'Dell is set during the Revolutionary War and follows fifteen-year-old Sarah Bishop who, after her father's murder and home being burned down, ventures through a war-torn countryside, surviving independently in the wilderness. She faces many trials, including wrongful imprisonment and an assault attempt, ultimately finding refuge in a cave while evading both Patriot and British hostilities.
Challenging
Adventurous
Contemplative
Melancholic
Inspirational
Reviews & Readership
2,431 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Review Roundup
Sarah Bishop by Scott O'Dell receives a mix of praise and criticism. Positively, readers appreciate the well-crafted historical setting and strong, independent protagonist. Negatively, some find the pacing slow and the narrative occasionally disjointed. Overall, it's celebrated for its vivid depiction of the American Revolutionary War period but may not appeal to those seeking a more action-driven plot.
Who Should Read Sarah Bishop?
A reader who enjoys Sarah Bishop by Scott O'Dell is typically drawn to historical fiction filled with adventure, strong female protagonists, and settings during the Revolutionary War. Comparable to fans of My Brother Sam Is Dead by James Lincoln Collier and Christopher Collier, they appreciate immersive tales of personal struggle in tumultuous times.
2,431 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
184
Novel • Fiction
New York • 1770s
1980
YA
10-14 years
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