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This brief sojourn in an alternative 18th-century France is an unexpectedly rich one. --Kirkus Reviews Nevers is a funny story, simply told, with a delightful heroine. It has been a long time since I've read such a convincing, relevant historical novel for children. --CM: Canadian Review of Materials Nevers is a marvelous and magical book with an unforgettable heroine--prepare to be transported! --Esta Spalding, author of the Fitzgerald-Trouts series

Beautiful in its writing style, almost poetic at times, this novel is characterized by the strength of the protagonist, the historical references which educate young readers about a monumentally influential period of French history and the clever resolution which will surprise all readers who do not read carefully. -- Must Read Literature: K thru YA Poignant, passionate and full of surprises. -- Globe and Mail This book is a quick, fast paced read that will keep the reader involved...Filled with a variety of characters that will be appealing to most readers. -- Resource Links Full of twists and turns...The book has an off-beat story line and will appeal to kids who like a quirky, unexpected read.-- Canadian Children's Book News, student takeover edition This brief sojourn in an alternative 18th-century France is an unexpectedly rich one.-- Kirkus Reviews Nevers is a marvelous and magical book with an unforgettable heroine--prepare to be transported! --Esta Spalding, author of the Fitzgerald-Trouts series In Nevers, readers will be spellbound by the magic and mayhem of Odette and Anneline's life in motion. Against a rich background of post-Revolutionary France, they'll learn of perseverance, friendship and love in many forms. Cassidy is a master storyteller, and her fresh imagery and wordplay, along with a well-paced plot and a diverse cast of characters, are a real delight. --Julie Paul, author of Meteorites and The Pull of the Moon Unfolds with mystery and hilarity, building momentum in a way that will keep readers engaged to the end. Recommend to fans of Adam Gidwitz's The Inquisitor's Tale. -- Booklist Readers will enjoy the quirky characters...While the pacing is quick, the story never feels rushed. A worthy addition to middle grade collections; give this to fans of Adam Gidwitz's The Inquisitor's Tale. -- School Library Journal Nevers is a funny story, simply told, with a delightful heroine. It has been a long time since I've read such a convincing, relevant historical novel for children.-- CM: Canadian Review of Materials

This brief sojourn in an alternative 18th-century France is an unexpectedly rich one. --Kirkus Reviews In Nevers, readers will be spellbound by the magic and mayhem of Odette and Anneline's life in motion. Against a rich background of post-Revolutionary France, they'll learn of perseverance, friendship and love in many forms. Cassidy is a master storyteller, and her fresh imagery and wordplay, along with a well-paced plot and a diverse cast of characters, are a real delight. --Julie Paul, author of Meteorites and The Pull of the Moon Nevers is a funny story, simply told, with a delightful heroine. It has been a long time since I've read such a convincing, relevant historical novel for children. --CM: Canadian Review of Materials Nevers is a marvelous and magical book with an unforgettable heroine--prepare to be transported! --Esta Spalding, author of the Fitzgerald-Trouts series

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Sara Cassidy is a journalist, editor and author of over 15 books for young readers. Her books have been shortlisted for many awards, including the Chocolate Lily Award for both Black Gold and Blackberry Juice, the Ruth and Sylvia Schwartz Children's Book Award for A Boy Named Queen and the Sheila A. Egoff Children's Literature Prize, Hackmatack Children's Choice Book Award and City of Victoria Children's Book Prize for Nevers. Her poetry and short fiction have been widely published. She lives in Victoria, British Columbia.

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