The Fifth of March is written by Ann Rinaldi. It is a fictional story, but the events that happen in it are all based on fact. It follows Rachel, a fourteen year old living in Boston during the time before and leading up to the Boston Massacre, which took place in 1770. She is a housemaid to John and Abigail Adams and their three kids. In 1768 and 1769, the British begin to move troops into Boston to keep an eye on the citizens. Among these soldiers is a young man named Matthew Kilroy, who is stationed just outside of the Adams' residence. Rachel takes a liking to this boy, but their relationship becomes very complicated quickly. Rachel has to face the internal struggle of befriending this young man who is serving the Crown, and becoming an "American"; someone who has separated themselves from those still loyal to the King. It all becomes more dramatic when Matthew is charged with taking part in the firing upon Boston citizens, later to be know as the Boston Massacre.
I enjoyed reading this book because of the historical aspects presented in it mixed with a little romance and drama. It is a book that I would recommend for a fun, quick read.
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