Tuesday, June 2, 2020

Can't Wait Wednesday: Rebel Spy by Veronica Rossi

Can't Wait Wednesday is a weekly meme hosted by Wishful Endings that spotlights and discusses the books we're excited about that we've yet to read. Generally, they're books that are yet to be released. It's based on Waiting on Wednesday, hosted by Jill at Breaking the Spine.

This week I'm featuring Rebel Spy by Veronica Rossi releasing June 23.

About the Book
A reimagining of the story behind Agent 355--a New York society girl and spy for George Washington during the Revolutionary War--perfect for fans of Tatiana de Rosnay's Sarah's Key and the novels of Julie Berry.

Rebellious Frannie Tasker knows little about the war between England and its thirteen colonies in 1776, until a shipwreck off her home in Grand Bahama Island presents an unthinkable opportunity. The body of a young woman body floating in the sea gives Frannie the chance to escape her brutal stepfather--and she takes it.

Assuming the identity of the drowned Emmeline Coates, Frannie is rescued by a British merchant ship and sails with the crew to New York. For the next three years, Frannie lives a lie as Miss Coates, swept up in a courtship by a dashing British lieutenant. But after witnessing the darker side of the war, she realizes that her position gives her power. Soon she's eavesdropping on British officers, risking everything to pass information on to George Washington's Culper spy ring as agent 355. Frannie believes in the fight for American liberty--but what will it cost her? Inspired by the true "355" and rich in historical detail and intrigue, this is the story of an unlikely New York society girl turned an even unlikelier spy.

Why I Need It
I've always been fascinated with the Culper Ring, so this book automatically appealed to me for that reason. But another reason it did is because of Veronica Rossi. I've loved several of her books and am excited to check this new one out.

What upcoming release are you eagerly anticipating?

16 comments:

  1. This sounds like it will be one intriguing read for sure!

    My CWW

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  2. As much as I enjoy historical fiction, I don't read a lot of it set in America during this time period. I'm certainly intrigued though and will have to watch for this one. I hope you love it when you read it, Ashley.

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    1. I've not read much historical fiction set during this time, but most of the ones I have involve the Culper Ring. They're always so fascinating. Thanks for stopping by! :)

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  3. Great time period setting. Great premise. I'm in! :)

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    1. It sounds like it'll be an interesting read, for sure. Thanks for visiting, Lark! :)

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  4. Sounds really good. Thanks for sharing!

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  5. Sounds like a fascinating story. Hope you enjoy it!

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    1. I hope so too! Thanks for visiting, Laura! :)

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  6. I had no idea that there is a new Veronica Rossi book coming out! I am really excited to give this one a try as well. I hope that we both love it! :)

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    1. I was so excited when I just stumbled across it one day! Thanks for coming by! :)

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  7. Oooh! This sounds like an interesting book! Great pick!

    Here’s my WoW!

    Ronyell @ Rabbit Ears Book Blog

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  8. I'm reading this for a blog tour later this month! Hoping it is good!
    Check out my Wednesday post

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    1. Awesome! I'm so jealous! Hope you love it! Thanks for visiting, Lisa! :)

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