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Reviewed on March 1, 2015 | Grades 9 and Up
Gr 8 Up—This intriguing series opener is a tale of daring, conspiracy, adventure, and romance set against the tumultuous, backdrop of war-torn Europe in 1814. Napoleon is in exile on Elba, dignitaries from across Europe are gathering at the Congress of Vienna, and assassination plots are rumored. At the cavernous Stranje House in England, a select group of spirited, inventive, and nonconformist girls are secretly learning espionage tactics. Georgiana Fitzwilliam has an unconventional aptitude and enthusiasm for math and science. When one of her experiments accidentally leads to a fi...Log In or Sign Up to Read More
Horn Book Guide
Reviewed on January 1, 2015
In 1814 England, banished to Stranje House for "severe" reform, Georgiana discovers a place where the unusual residents are encouraged in their "e...Log In or Sign Up to Read More
