Cecile: Gates of Gold

Featuring 12-year-old heroines who discover who they are in changing times--and a changing world--this series takes readers back in time to lands around the globe. In 1711 France, Ccile Revel is given a chance to leave her peasant life and serve atMoreFeaturing 12-year-old heroines who discover who they are in changing times--and a changing world--this series takes readers back in time to lands around the globe. In 1711 France, Ccile Revel is given a chance to leave her peasant life and serve at King Louis XIVs court. She finds life within the palace gates is not as full of ease and elegance as she had imagined. Illustrations.