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Elliott, David

Voices: The Final Hours of Joan of Arc

193 pp. | Houghton | March, 2019 | Trade ISBN 978-1-328-98759-4 $17.99 | Ebook ISBN 978-0-358-04915-9
(2) YA In this impressionistic verse novel, "voices" refers to Joan of Arc's messages from the saints; people testifying for and against her; Joan herself; and objects made sentient (dress, sword, fire, etc.). Elliott adheres to medieval poetic forms while highlighting contemporary themes such as gender identity, cross-dressing, and sexuality. Strong rhythm, rhyme scheme, and repetition make for a reading experience that resonates with the rigid social structures of Joan's time and her own compulsions.
Reviewer: Deirdre F. Baker | Horn Book Magazine Issue: March, 2019

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