Ann Rinaldi
An independent-minded young maid tells the story of social-climber Peggy Shippen and how she influenced Benedict Arnoldâ€™s betrayal of the Patriot forces. Revolutionary Philadelphia is brought to life as Becca seeks to find her â€œmissing piecesâ€ while exploring the complicated issues of the war between the impoverished independence men and the decadent British Tories. â€œThis tale of treachery comes alive under [Rinaldiâ€™s] pen.â€--,Kirkus Reviews
Historical,Historical Fiction,Young Adult,Fiction,Historical,Military History,American Revolution,American Revolution,American Revolutionary War,Childrens,North American Hi...,American History,Young Adult,Young Adult Historical Fiction,Literature,18th Century
Finishing Becca: A Story about Peggy Shippen and Benedict Arnold