WHAT THE COVER SAYS
Our heroine, Peggy, stands off to the left in a gold-and-cream gown with ruffled lines down the bodice, a dress fit for a lady-in-waiting. Her dark hair is pinned up in stylish curls with one swirling strand draped over her pale shoulder. Rosy cupid’s bow lips hide the beginning of a smirk, her rouged cheeks glowing to match the mischievous spark in her hazel eyes. Peggy holds five playing cards–or perhaps they are tarot cards?–her elegant fingers poised as if she conceals a knife behind. The vibrant royal purple background allows for the sharp silver title to reach out to even the most casual of observers.
Cover Thoughts: Cute, bright and perky with an air of intrigue. Like a GALLAGHER GIRLS for the Georgian Era!
WHAT THE SYNOPSIS SAYS
As a lady in waiting in King George’s London court, Peggy has survived a forced betrothal, royal scandals, and an attempt or two on her life. And now she has a new problem: her horrible fiancé has returned to claim her!
To save her neck, or at least her hand in marriage, Peggy joins forces with her cousin Olivia and her sweetheart, Matthew. But if she doesn’t play her cards right, her career as courtier and spy might come to an end at the bottom of the river Thames.
Synopsis Thoughts: Light, fun, and with a modern sense of humor and being popular while set in a historical court.
FINAL VERDICT
Cover/synopsis match: Like pumpkin in baked goods, that synopsis and cover are a perfect match. Does the story inside keep up? Give a read and be sure to let us know!
NECESSARY DETAILS
YA Historical Mystery
Hardcover & ebook, 384 pages
Published on November 4th 2014 by HMH Books for Young Readers (ISBN 0544074092)
http://www.hmhco.com/shop/books/Dangerous-Deceptions/9780544074095
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