55 pages 1 hour read

Geoffrey Trease

Cue for Treason

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 1940

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Reviews & Readership

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Cue for Treason by Geoffrey Trease captivates readers with its engaging characters and historical accuracy, providing a thrilling adventure set in Elizabethan England. Critics praise its educational value and dynamic storytelling but note a few dated elements and slower-paced sections. Overall, it's a commendable classic that continues to resonate with young readers.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Cue for Treason?

Readers who enjoy historical adventures like My Brother Sam Is Dead or The Shakespeare Stealer will find Cue for Treason by Geoffrey Trease captivating. It appeals to middle-grade to young adult fans of action-packed plots, Elizabethan England settings, and rich character development.

Recommended

Reading Age

10-14years

Book Details

Genre
Historical Fiction
Action / Adventure
Themes
Identity: Gender
Life/Time: Coming of Age
Society: Class