The Red Necklace by Sally Gardner takes place in 1789 France. It tells the story of an orphaned boy named Yann Margoza, who can read minds and imitate any voice. He is raised by a dwarf named Têtu and together they work for a magician. But when they are summoned for a performance at the sinister Count Kalliovski's, the night only ends with the mysterious murder of the magician. That night, Yann meets Sido, the daughter of a foolish aristocrat. Sido helps Yann escape the treacherous Count, and they part ways only to meet again a few years later. As the story goes on, Sido is in danger of being killed during the Reign of Terror, and it's up to Yann to save her while also trying to solve the mystery that has been shrouding him since the day he was born.
It's a story of suspense, magic, action, and a hint of romance. I didn't know if I'd like it or not because it's historical fiction, and I usually think historical fiction is boring. But it's packed with sudden plot twists and every character has some form of secret. Even if you too have doubts about historical fiction, you should pick this book up in your free time. You won't regret it!
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This book looks interesting, maybe I'll read it...
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