The Literary World: "A powerful and picturesque story—a canvas glowing with color and life—the few striking characters stand out in firm, resolute outlines. We heartily commend 'The Gadfly.'"
The Buffalo Commercial: "In every way sharp, thrilling, entertaining."
The Chicago Post: "A powerful story, and, unlike others of its kind, holds the reader's attention strictly to the end."
The Chicago Times-Herald: "'The Gadfly' is a tremendous story. It goes on like a whirlwind, gathering force as it rushes."
BARROW'S THE FORTUNE OF WAR
A novel of the last year of the American Revolution. 12mo. $1.25.
The scene is laid mainly in New York City during the British occupation, partly on one of the prison ships, and partly in the patriot camp at Morristown. The life in the headquarters of the two armies is cleverly contrasted. The story has a strong "love interest."
N. Y. Times Saturday Review: "The story is a good one, the historical data accurate, and the ways and manners of the period are cleverly presented."
The Outlook: "Miss Elizabeth Barrow has done her work, not only well, but delightfully well."
Chicago Times-Herald: "Another tale of the time of Washington, but one that is more deserving both of popular and critical appreciation than some of the much-vaunted financial successes."