Yosarai Patican, daughter of a wealthy judge, has everything a girl could want. Her future looks bright as she travels to the Indelhi capital in hopes of attending the Academy of the Seven Arts. Little does she know that when she encounters a crown prince pursued by assassins, her life will forever be changed. Compelled to enter a competition rife with fake accidents and deathly sabotage. Yosarai and her fellow questers must win this contest to secure their futures and prevent all-out war. Intrigue and secrets abound in Chawna Schroeder’s richly painted retelling of A Little Princess. This new twist on an old classic celebrates sorrow and hope, honoring the spirit of the original while creating a new and inviting world.

Best for: Teens or young adult fans of classical retellings and/or fantasy tales with steampunk twists.

Discern: Light fantasy violence, acts of life-threatening sabotage that include allergic reactions and food poisoning, assassination attempts, reference to an off-page murder, mentions of a caste-like class system.

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