First published 1988
When a shipping firm unexpectedly collapses, young Sally Lockhart must unravel a sinister corporate conspiracy before it's too late. With her companions Frederick and Jim at her side, Sally navigates the shadowy world of 1878 London finance, where greed and deception lurk around every corner. As the stakes rise, Sally must confront her own past and risk everything to expose the truth. This gripping historical thriller will leave you breathless.
Genres: historical-fiction, adventure, mystery, thriller, 19th-century
Vibes: atmospheric, fast-paced, suspenseful
Tropes: found-family, high-stakes
Setting: London (England), Great Britain, Londres (Angleterre)
Period: 19th century, Victoria, 1837-1901
384 pages · Paperback · Random House Children's Books