Official Review: GOLD DIGGER, The Remarkable Baby Doe Tabor

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Re: Official Review: GOLD DIGGER, The Remarkable Baby Doe Tabor

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I am so glad that I read this well-written review that gave me all the information I needed to proceed with reading this story. I did not know this character was based on a real woman who lived during that century. I cannot wait to crack open this book and follow Elizabeth's journey since being dumped and losing her child.
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It's very exciting to know that this book is based on a real life experience. Harvey abandoning Baby Doe and her loosing her baby are two hard things to bear. I hope Baby Doe found a way to go ahead with life. Congratulations on BOTD.
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I love the fact that the book is based on a true story. I can't wait to read more about Elizabeth McCourt. Great storyline!
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Despite the work that still needs to be done in some parts of the world, I believe those who want to know more about women's rights (or lack thereof) need to read this book. I will definitely be reading this one, even though I am not a Western fan, because I want to know what it was really like for women back then. Thanks for the review!
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I wonder how the gold rush helped Baby Doe. I'm interested in western history, especially how women functioned in society during those times. It looks like the plot is focused on a strong woman who survived and thrived despite her bad experiences.
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Wow. Elizabeth must have been very strong willed to refuse him and fend for herself. I'd love to read more about her later experiences. Thanks for the amazing review.
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The author method of writing is awesome. The characterization is well made. Thanks for the review and congratulations to the author on winning BOTD.
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I haven't heard of this Wild West Legend, however, I'm very much interested in knowing more about the Baby Doe term. Beautiful review.
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Baby Doe? She sounds like a strong woman. I can feel her disappointment at her lazy husband. I also applaud her quick reaction to helping her situation. Great review.
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Sometimes I wander what would make love die to the extend of abandoning the person you love and your unborn baby. I would love to read this book to know what became of Baby Doe. Congrats on BOTD.
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This woman is a true legend, not for only women, but also men. What she stands for, determination, hard work, perseverance, love, selflessness, is what all humans are supposed to strive for. I'm truly honored to have come across this book. Congrats on BOTD😘😍💓
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It's encouraging to learn that there were strong women like Baby Doe during that era who fought for her rights and upheld her morals. Great review.
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I love books that use characters in such a way that the storyline comes alive. The plot is intriguing and I look forward to picking up a copy of this book. Congratulations on being the Book of The Day.
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Reading books like this makes one appreciate the tremendous progress that has been in made in giving women more liberty. Imagine your family disowning you because you divorced your husband. Beautiful review.
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I like a compelling historical novel with romance in it. I look forward to reading this one. Thanks for the review.
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