Synopses & Reviews
Its England, 1783. When the rich and beautiful Sovay isnt sitting for portraits, shes donning a mans cloak and robbing travelers—in broad daylight. But in a time when political allegiances between France and England are strained, a rogue bandit is not the only thing travelers fear. Spies abound, and rumors of sedition can quickly lead to disappearances. So when Sovay lifts the wallet of one of Englands most powerful and dangerous men, its not just her own identity she must hide, but that of her father. A dazzling historical saga in which the roles of thieves and gentry, good and bad, and men and women are interchanged to riveting effect.
Synopsis
England, 1783. When the rich and beautiful Sovay isn't sitting for portraits, she's donning a man's cloak and robbing travelers. "Sovay" is a dazzling historical saga in which the roles of thieves and gentry, good and bad, and men and women are interchanged to riveting effect.
Synopsis
In 1794 England, the beautiful Sovay dons a man's cloak and holds up stagecoaches in broad daylight. Posing as a highway robber began as a lark to test a suitor's devotion. But when she lifts the wallet of one of England's most dangerous men, Sovay begins to unravel a web of deceit and duplicity. Acclaimed author Celia Rees' talent for romance and intrigue are sure to thrill a paperback audience.
About the Author
CELIA REES is the bestselling author of many books for young readers, including
Pirates!, Sovay, Witch Child, and
Sorceress. Her novels have been translated into more than twenty languages. Celia lives in England with her husband and teenage daughter.
www.celiarees.com