The book is an accounting of one young girl's brave ride for freedom during the American Revolution. Sybil Luddington is a true life heroine. The story is easy for young people to understand and demonstrates the role women (girls) played in our country's history. As a native of Connecticut, it was fun to read and share with my daughter a story about the important role a young girl played in the history of Ridgefield and Danbury. A fun way to learn about the American Revolution.

Drollene Brown gave a fascinating account of Sybil's ride for Independence. (Sibbell is the correct spelling which is on her grave stone.) She is a national heroine and has had very little recognition. There have been great women who have not been given credit for their accomplishments throughout history. Sibbell Ludington is a wonderful example of a brave (soldier) who was willing to sacrifice her life for the independence of her country. All teachers should read the story of Sibbell Ludington to their students to bring interest to the American Revolution. I know I am biased since I am a descendant (Henry James Ludington III) however it is a wonderful account of a 16 year old girl's bravery and loyalty for her country

Most geneology books are just a listing of the people, where they are from, and who they married. This book however gives the stories, traditions, and tales behind the lives of this Lincoln County family. This family history begins like most families do. Two people fall in love and create a a lineage that still continues today as strong as when Thomas and Launia began.