"Reader, you are set to embark on an adventure about one hidden treasure, two bare-knuckle boxers, three enemies, and four hundred and thirty-eight rioters. It is told by an ignorant and prejudiced author—me."
She’s Cat Royal, four foot four with long red hair and not a penny to call her own. She lives in the Theater Royal on Drury Lane, a place filled with dramatic characters, theatrical spectacles, and now, a secret treasure—which Cat has been asked to protect. Her new friend Pedro, a former slave and gifted violinist, is eager to help, and so is the theater prompter, Jonathan, who is hiding secrets of his own. But when the ruthless gang leader Billy Shepherd learns about the treasure, Cat thinks she’s going to lose it for sure. She still doesn’t know what the treasure is, so how can she keep it safe from Billy and his gang? Follow Cat into the streets of London, as she faces danger and adventure, racing to be the first to discover the diamond of Drury Lane!
Julia Goldings debut novel is jam packed with adventure and mystery. I was imersed in the London theater of 1790 and it was wonderful. Cat is a great character, she's a street smart, strong and spunky young girl. She has friends from all levels of society and most of them are very likeable, of course, there is a villian or two! The story is uniquely told as a play, with 5 acts, each having 3 - 4 scenes. We are given a cast of characters as well as a glossary! Highly recommended for middle grade readers and up.
5 comments:
thanks for stopping by Nise. This looks interesting, although I hate to think of kids having to live like this. Have a good one.
I just may have to look this one up!! I'm sure there are a few kids that would be interested in reading this one!
She sounds like fun! I like spunky girl characters!
This sounds very interesting.
Sound like one my daughter and I might both enjoy.
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