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At the House of the Magician

At the House of the Magician

Published in
2007
3.67
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Description

A poor runaway during the Elizabethan period, Lucy does not have many options. Her luck turns around when she is taken on as a maid in the household of Dr. Dee, a real-life figure who was court magician to Queen Elizabeth I. The household is strange and sinister, and Lucy has a nose for intrigue. So when she stumbled across a plot to assassinate the queen, Lucy must find means to warn her . . . before it's too late.
Age
11-12
Text complexity
proficient
Length
240 pages

Why to read

  • Engaging historical setting
  • Intriguing blend of fact and fiction
  • Strong, relatable protagonist
  • Mystery and suspense elements