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Peggy Fitzroy is a brilliant card‑sharp, house‑breaker, forger and thief who finds herself back in the glittering court of King George. Yet trust proves fragile—those she once relied on now conceal hidden motives, turning familiar faces into threats. In this tense spy tale, Peggy must navigate loyalties and deception, wondering whether she will triumph or become a pawn in a grander, more dangerous intrigue.
Set against the backdrop of 18th‑century London, the novel blends courtly intrigue with the clandestine world of espionage, exploring themes of trust, betrayal, and survival within the opulent, yet perilous, environment of the British monarchy.
First publish date: 2016
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Sarah Zettel
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