Reviews
* "A rollicking spy caper in corsets. . . . This witty romp will delight fans of historical fiction as well as mystery lovers." -- Kirkus, starred review "Zettel has created a dynamic, immensely likable heroine in Peggy, and she folds in history, both cultural and political. . . . A sequel is in the works, and it will be eagerly anticipated by fans of Libba Bray." -- Booklist "A solid opening volley in a promising series." -- Publishers Weekly "The protagonist, clever and witty, makes a compelling heroine." -- School Library Journal "This combination of willful heroine and royal backdrop will appeal to history buffs and readers who like their subterfuge accessorized by a few frills and ruffles." -- Bulletin "The perfect balance of history and mystery, this novel is fantastic. . . . Sarah Zettel is an author to watch, and readers will be eagerly awaiting the next Palace of Spies installment." -- VOYA, 4Q 4P J S, * "A rollicking spy caper in corsets. . . . This witty romp will delight fans of historical fiction as well as mystery lovers." -- Kirkus, starred review "Zettel has created a dynamic, immensely likable heroine in Peggy, and she folds in history, both cultural and political. . . . A sequel is in the works, and it will be eagerly anticipated by fans of Libba Bray." -- Booklist "A solid opening volley in a promising series." -- Publishers Weekly "The protagonist, clever and witty, makes a compelling heroine." -- School Library Journal "This combination of willful heroine and royal backdrop will appeal to history buffs and readers who like their subterfuge accessorized by a few frills and ruffles." -- Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books "The perfect balance of history and mystery, this novel is fantastic. . . . Sarah Zettel is an author to watch, and readers will be eagerly awaiting the next Palace of Spies installment." -- VOYA, 4Q 4P J S, * "A rollicking spy caper in corsets. . . . This witty romp will delight fans of historical fiction as well as mystery lovers." - Kirkus, starred review "Zettel has created a dynamic, immensely likable heroine in Peggy, and she folds in history, both cultural and political. . . . A sequel is in the works, and it will be eagerly anticipated by fans of Libba Bray." - Booklist "A solid opening volley in a promising series." - Publishers Weekly "The protagonist, clever and witty, makes a compelling heroine." - School Library Journal "This combination of willful heroine and royal backdrop will appeal to history buffs and readers who like their subterfuge accessorized by a few frills and ruffles." - Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books "The perfect balance of history and mystery, this novel is fantastic. . . . Sarah Zettel is an author to watch, and readers will be eagerly awaiting the next Palace of Spies installment." - VOYA, 4Q 4P J S, * "A rollicking spy caper in corsets. . . . This witty romp will delight fans of historical fiction as well as mystery lovers." - Kirkus, starred review "Zettel has created a dynamic, immensely likable heroine in Peggy, and she folds in history, both cultural and political. . . . A sequel is in the works, and it will be eagerly anticipated by fans of Libba Bray." - Booklist "A solid opening volley in a promising series." - Publishers Weekly "The protagonist, clever and witty, makes a compelling heroine." - School Library Journal "This combination of willful heroine and royal backdrop will appeal to history buffs and readers who like their subterfuge accessorized by a few frills and ruffles." - Bulletin "The perfect balance of history and mystery, this novel is fantastic. . . . Sarah Zettel is an author to watch, and readers will be eagerly awaiting the next Palace of Spies installment." - VOYA, 4Q 4P J S, * "A rollicking spy caper in corsets. . . . This witty romp will delight fans of historical fiction as well as mystery lovers." - Kirkus, starred review "Zettel has created a dynamic, immensely likable heroine in Peggy, and she folds in history, both cultural and political. . . . A sequel is in the works, and it will be eagerly anticipated by fans of Libba Bray." - Booklist "A solid opening volley in a promising series." - Publishers Weekly "The protagonist, clever and witty, makes a compelling heroine." - School Library Journal "This combination of willful heroine and royal backdrop will appeal to history buffs and readers who like their subterfuge accessorized by a few frills and ruffles." - Bulletin "The perfect balance of history and mystery, this novel is fantastic. . . . Sarah Zettel is an author to watch, and readers will be eagerly awaiting the next Palace of Spies installment." - VOYA, 4Q 4P J S