Brassy bank robbers, brave trailblazers, and ball-busting
débutantes make all sorts of noise in this collection of 15
stories...Each individual story is thoroughly researched, and each
includes an author's note explaining the context. The heroines are
tough and memorable and full of heart, and the concept is
irresistible. Stock up—this one will practically sell itself.
—Booklist (starred review)
Fifteen notable YA authors come together to write enthralling short
historical narratives starring ambitious young women...Each entry
is strong on its own, and the characters’ voices are unique in each
tale. Teens will be hard-pressed to choose a favorite, and even
those who are not fans of historical fiction might find a
genre-blended tale worth reading. Overall, the pacing for each
selection is steady, and the conclusions have enough punch to make
the characters and their situations memorable. A must-buy. This
collection will be sure to spark an interest in anyone who wants to
indulge in strong and introspective young women living in a variety
of historical time periods.
—School Library Journal (starred review)
These energizing, adventurous, and occasionally somber tales will
readily please fans of historical fiction.
—Publishers Weekly
There is range and balance in tone, voice, and approach, a
challenge for anthologies. Placing the stories in historical order
allows readers to move smoothly through, and a helpful author's
note follows each selection. Readers of historical fiction and
adventure need look no further.
—Kirkus Reviews
Fifteen short stories by notable YA female writers move across the
U.S. in geography and time, from a seafaring adventure in 1710 to
the search for gold in Alaska in 1898 to the civil rights movements
of the 1960s...this anthology moves skillfully between humor and
thoughtfulness as it traverses the many paths taken by women
throughout American history.
—Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books
"A Tyranny of Petticoats" provides adventure and entrée to other
times and worlds. This anthology doesn't just spotlight the
experience of white girls—it also emphasizes the roles of girls and
women of color.
—Star Tribune
These are adventurous, historical, tough, and memorable heroes…and
they are all female. This title would be a great historical fiction
addition to school libraries with its strong plotlines and strong
female characters.
—School Library Connection
Overall this collection serves not just to entertain and educate
young adults. It also seeks to place their own experiences on a
spectrum of teen contributions to history. And, at its best, “A
Tyranny of Petticoats” motivates young readers to pick up where
these characters left off and to keep living — and creating — their
own stories.
—Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
No two stories are alike. No two characters either. No two settings
for that matter, as these stories crisscross the continent. But if
you’re looking for role models for young women, you’re bound to
find something here to like.
—B&N Teen Blog
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