A tale of survival amid the Great Fire of 1666

Recognition · A Book Sense Children's Pick · A Bank Street College Outstanding Book of the Year · An NCSS-CBC Notable Social Studies Trade Books for Young People · A New York Public Library Book for the Teen
Reviews
"Hooper weaves an engrossing, fast-paced tale steeped in historical detail . . . This is exemplary historical fiction, skillfully combining reality and imagination." -School Library Journal
"Hooper does a masterful job of portraying lively, realistic characters while also making history interesting and accurate." -Booklist
"Exciting historical fiction." -Travel For Kids
Also available: Petals in the Ashes - hardcover edition 2004 1-58234-936-3 $16.95
Don't miss the companion volume: At the Sign of the Sugared Plum 1-58234-695-X (pb) $6.95 1-58234-849-9 (hc) $16.95