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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2000 · Est. 8.5 hour read
Shakespeare's Scribe
Book #2 in the Shakespeare Stealer series
An orphan actor's past threatens his future with Shakespeare's troupe during a plague tour.
3.8/5 Goodreads · 1,490 ratings
272 pages· 62,357 words· Est. 8.5 hour read
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Bookroo's summary
As the Black Plague shutters the Globe Theatre, Widge, an orphan-turned-actor, joins Shakespeare's troupe on a tour across England. His shorthand skills make him indispensable, but a mysterious figure emerges, holding a secret from Widge's past that could banish him from the stage he cherishes. Can Widge confront his history and secure his place in the troupe, or will his hidden past unravel his dreams? With the threat of the plague and a shadowy adversary, Widge must navigate a perilous journey to protect his newfound family and his passion for the theatre.
From the publisher
When an outbreak of the deadly Black Plague closes the Globe Theatre, William Shakespeare’s acting troupe sets off on a tour of England. Widge, the orphan-turned-actor, knows that he’ll be useful on the trip. Not only does he love the stage, but his knack for a unique shorthand has proven him one of the most valuable apprentices in the troupe. But then a mysterious man appears, claiming to know a secret from Widge’s past-a secret that may forever force him from the theatre he loves. “An exciting, well-written tale that is sure to leave [readers] clamoring for more.” (School Library Journal, starred review)
At a glance
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 272
- Words
- 62,357
- Reading age
- 8–12
- Audience
- Middle Grade
- Lexile
- 870L
The author
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 6.1
- F&P level
- ~U
- AR points
- 10
- AR interest level
- UG
- AR quiz
- 44828
Publication
- Published
- February 18, 2002
- First published
- January 1, 2000
- Publisher
- Puffin Books
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Chapter Book
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