Treason plunges readers into the intrigue of 1664 London, where a courageous young girl named Beth Johnson leads a double life as an actress and a spy-in-training. When she uncovers a sinister plot to assassinate King Charles II, Beth is thrust into a high-stakes mission. This historical adventure challenges her to use her intelligence and bravery to gather information, alert her spymaster, and ultimately save the king. The book is suitable for children aged 4-11, offering a thrilling introduction to historical fiction and themes of loyalty, courage, and self-reliance. Parents should note the suspenseful nature of the plot, which involves an assassination attempt, but it is handled appropriately for the target age group.
It is 1664 and young Beth Johnson is an actress and a spy in training--so when she uncovers a plot to kill King Charles II she must find a way to alert her spymaster and prevent the assassination to prove herself.