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Description
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A thrilling spy adventure set in New York during the American revolution. From the rising star of children's historical fiction, Iszi Lawrence, this is the perfect high-action adventure for fans of Horrible Histories, Emma Carroll and Hamilton.
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It's 1780 and the struggle for American independence is raging. In New York, twelve-year-old Aiden
Blaise is sure that the British will win soon. How can a few rebel colonies hold out against the might of the British crown? And anyway he's more concerned with somehow managing to rise above his lot in life and make his fortune.
But New York is a powder keg of soldiers and spies, and soon Aiden will be drawn into the fight for freedom in a way he could never have predicted...
Packed with historical detail and tales of the Culper Spy Ring, Benedict Arnold, James Rivington and George Washington, this page-turning thriller about the American War of Independence will have young readers gripped.
Product details
Published | 03 Apr 2024 |
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Format | Paperback |
Edition | 1st |
Extent | 256 |
ISBN | 9781801991018 |
Imprint | Bloomsbury Education |
Dimensions | 198 x 129 mm |
Publisher | Bloomsbury Publishing |
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Reviews
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Compellingly evocative and fast-paced
The Guardian
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Another gripping, revealing historical adventure from Lawrence and well worth sharing.
Books For Keeps
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Packed with action and compelling twists and turns, the costumes and corruption created an atmosphere of such danger and intrigue, it was hard to put down.
The BreadCrumb Forest
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I think it is a great read for KS2 aged kids learning about British colonies and the American War of Independence. In fact, even if your kids are not learning about this part of history, it is still an interesting read and one which will help them gain an understanding of why this event happened.
O Family Learning Together blog
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Adventure, secret codes and scenes from real life... There is no better way to enjoy and learn about history than with a good book and one that is ideal for reluctant readers too.
Armadillo Magazine
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A cracker of a tale
G Lippiett, Librarian