Robinet approaches the intrinsic struggle in racial inequality with compassion.

She portrays the daily lives of the slaves without optimism. Not only does she compare the lives of the White House slaves but she also shows the plight of slaves shackled in chains walking row-by-row on their way to market to be sold.

Robinet discusses the dilemma in slavery: Miss Dolley admits that she does not like slavery; however, as a Virginian, she upholds the state's laws regarding slavery.

She shows how fundamental indifference can take hold in appalling situations when the slave Rosetta Bell earns money by divulging escape plans. Robinet's sensitivity enables readers to grasp the complexity of the issues faced by colonial Americans.

Robinet seems sensitive to integrity. She falls short of condoning dishonesty, but rather supports human rights of individuals regardless of skin color or heritage. She demonstrates that situations may require...