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The Forgotten Daughter is a children's historical novel by Caroline Snedeker. It is set in ancient Rome, where a nobleman's daughter, believed dead, is being raised as the daughter of a slave. The novel, illustrated by Dorothy P. Lathrop, was first published in 1933 and was a Newbery Honor recipient in 1934.[1]

This historic fiction novel is set in 2nd century AD.[2] Roman centurion Laevinius is away when his Greek wife dies giving birth. The child, Chloe, is made a slave and Laevinius is told they both died. Chloe's life is harsh, only brightened by the stories her friend Melissa tells. Chloe's future looks bleak, and her love for a noble Roman seems doomed, until the plague reunites her with her father.

The book has been praised for accurate details that show the culture and everyday life of early Rome.[3]

  1. ^ "Newbery Medal and Honor Books, 1922-Present". American Library Association. Retrieved 2009-12-30.
  2. ^ Booklist Books, A Selection. American Library Association. 1922. p. 51.
  3. ^ "Review: The Forgotten Daughter". Books. Church Supplies. Retrieved 26 July 2012.

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