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THE SISTERHOOD

by marrying Peregrine, Marquess of Harrington. The Goldsborough girls are admired and envied because of their grandmother’s plans to marry them off to great advantage, and Victoria’s death is a terrible blow to the family. Emily and Colin have solved many crimes, and given all the suspects from the cream of society, it’s far better for everyone concerned if they investigate than if it’s Scotland Yard poking around. They question the family for hints of a motive. Victoria died from yew poison that must have been administered within a limited window of time. Peregrine’s mother had a diamond tiara she’d planned to give Victoria. Its disappearance on the night of Victoria’s death leads Emily and Colin to suspect Sebastian Capet, a charming, erudite jewel thief in love with Emily and currently involved in opening what may be Boudica’s grave. Victoria’s closest friend, Frances Price, is the daughter of a suffragette, although neither Victoria nor Frances is involved in the battle for women’s rights, a cause despised by Peregrine and many in his set. Emily finds out that both girls were secretly involved in Boudica’s Sisters, a group of society women planning on marrying well and convincing their husbands to support the suffragette cause. When another debutante is poisoned, the sleuths must step up their game and dig out the real reason for murder."

Book Details

Publisher:Of
Published:2024-01-01
Format:paperback
Language:English
ISBN:9781250374

Reading Info

Age Range:12-18

About This Book

This gripping debut novel follows five teenage girls who form a secret society to expose injustice at their elite private school, weaving together themes of friendship, privilege, and the courage to ...

Our Review

This gripping debut novel follows five teenage girls who form a secret society to expose injustice at their elite private school, weaving together themes of friendship, privilege, and the courage to speak truth to power. The narrative deftly explores the intense bonds and complex dynamics that form when a group of outsiders decides to challenge a deeply entrenched system, creating a compelling young adult thriller that feels both timely and timeless. Readers are plunged into a world of clandestine meetings, coded messages, and high-stakes risks as the sisterhood's actions begin to ripple through their community with unexpected consequences.

What sets this story apart is its nuanced portrayal of each character's personal struggles alongside their collective mission, offering a multifaceted look at modern activism and the price of change. The author skillfully balances pulse-pounding suspense with thoughtful commentary on social hierarchies, making this an ideal pick for readers who appreciate character-driven stories with real-world relevance. Teen audiences will find themselves completely absorbed by the sisterhood's journey, emerging with a renewed sense of possibility about the power of united voices.

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