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American Princess

4/17/2019

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Alice Roosevelt is a force to be reckoned with.  From the moment her father took office, Alice knew that she would make a mark on the world.  However, impressing Theodore Roosevelt is a monumental task.  Alice lives according to her own rules and the beliefs that her father has instilled upon her. Alice makes waves in Washington from her teenage years through adulthood, even when a Roosevelt is not in office.  Alice would love to find love, but that aspect of her life seems to continuously fall through the cracks.  As Alice survives the years and the ups and downs of Washington, she make friends and enemies but is respected by all.


I love learning about lesser known historical figures.  I of course knew about Theodore Roosevelt and the many things that he had accomplished while in office.  I have even visited the site where the book begins.  However, I have not heard much about Alice except for a few quotes.  From the moment the Roosevelt's find out that Theodore will be President, I knew that I would like Alice.  Her character has immeasurable strength and conviction that is paired with a wildness that makes everything more exciting.  I was surprised at the many things that Alice was able to accomplish both large and small- from having a color named after her to helping her father with international relations, Alice was influential in both the social and political spheres.  While Alice's public life was filled with escapades, her personal life was just as engrossing.  Her relationship with Nicholas Longworth would be fodder for every tabloid if she were alive today.  I was endeared by Alice's quest to please her father.  Written with careful detail to historical records, American Princess creates a rich and riveting story of Alice Roosevelt Longworth, a woman who earned the title of Princess and The Other Washington Monument throughout her life.  


This book was received for free in return for an honest review. 

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