Rinaldi writes fiction from history, so this is a historical novel, and it's very well done. She is an expert is this type of fiction, I believe, having done several in this genre. This story of a young girl who matures through losing a family member and then living in a girls' Catholic boarding school is well-written and enduring. I recommend it to young adults and adults.
It's a children's book, but I loved it. It draws you into their world, into the eyes of a little girl. The setting is totally believeable, and even though Rinaldi places a story into a true historical setting, you don't get lost in too many descriptions, yet you have a clear mental picture of the setting. Great book for all ages
Historical novel about the mysterious staircase in the Chapel of Loretto. Well-Rated. Good Book!
