Hello Everyone! This weeks featured book/author is Etiquette and Espionage by Gail Carriger
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Rating- ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Synopsis
This book takes place in the mid 1800s and is about a girl named Sophronia who is failing to meet her mother's high expectations of her. She enjoys climbing and taking apart mechanical inventions, all hobbies that are frowned upon if done by a lady. Because of this, Sophronia's mother decides to send her away to a finishing school so that she can learn to be a proper lady in time for her sister's ball. However, when she gets there, she finds out that the school is not all that it seems. In addition to etiquette, the school also teaches espionage skills. They decide to give Sophronia a trial to see if she is suited for the school. Will she fail or succeed?
My Opinion
This was a very interesting book, but I found the plot very complex and detailed which was why I gave it 4 stars instead of 5. The way the story is woven, I instantly fell in love with the characters and I found myself rooting for Sophronia whenever she faced any difficult tasks. I loved the espionage part of the story, and I wanted more of the story even when it ended.
Age Rating
I wound recommend this book for ages 12/13+ depending on how advanced of a reader you are. The storyline is very complex, but thrilling, so you should be able to understand the book.
This is a book series. The names of the books (in sequence) are:
Etiquette and Espionage- Book 1
Curtsies and Conspiracies- Book 2
Waistcoats and Weaponry- Book 3
Manners and Mutiny- Book 4
This is called the Finishing School Series.
