First published 1998
Orphaned and alone, 13-year-old Tom Falconer is recruited by the mysterious Dr. Mobius to play a role in a play for Queen Elizabeth. But as Tom navigates the treacherous streets of Elizabethan London and the backstage intrigues of the theater troupe, he realizes Mobius is hiding a dark secret that could cost Tom his life. Caught in a web of international conspiracy, Tom must use his wits to stay one step ahead of the notorious criminal Ratsey and save the fate of the English empire.
Genres: historical-fiction, adventure, mystery, thriller
Vibes: suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: fish-out-of-water, found-family
Setting: England, London (England), Great Britain
Period: Tudors, 1485-1603, 16th century
192 pages · Hardcover · Philomel