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The Indigo Girl

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2018

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Natasha Boyd

The Indigo Girl

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2018
Book Details
Pages

368

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Colonial South Carolina • 1730s

Publication Year

2018

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Indigo Girl by Natasha Boyd follows the story of 16-year-old Eliza Lucas, who takes charge of her father's South Carolina plantations during his absence. Determined to produce indigo dye and gain independence, Eliza faces opposition but perseveres with support from friends and enslaved individuals. The novel highlights her efforts amid the harsh realities of the enslavement era. This book includes depictions of the violent treatment of enslaved individuals reflecting the historical period.

Inspirational

Challenging

Emotional

Romantic

Reviews & Readership

4.4

64,359 ratings

86%

Loved it

11%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Indigo Girl by Natasha Boyd is widely praised for its rich historical detail and well-developed characters, particularly the protagonist, Eliza Lucas. Readers admired the depiction of colonial South Carolina and the novel's feminist themes. However, some found the pacing slow and certain plot points predictable. Overall, it is recommended for fans of historical fiction.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Indigo Girl?

Readers who enjoy historical fiction with strong, inspiring female protagonists would appreciate The Indigo Girl by Natasha Boyd. Fans of The Invention of Wings by Sue Monk Kidd and Gone with the Wind by Margaret Mitchell will find its rich, well-researched narrative engaging.

4.4

64,359 ratings

86%

Loved it

11%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

368

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Colonial South Carolina • 1730s

Publication Year

2018

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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