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"A new kid in town and her name is Hero. Just wait until you read about her and the mystery she's uncovered. I couldn't wait. I kept turning the pages. Terrific Hero, terrific book. I loved it!"--"Patricia Reilly Giff (author of the Newbery Honor Books "Pictures of Hollis Woods and "Lily's Crossing)
"More linear and traditionally evidence-driven than Blue Balliett's Chasing Vermeer, this agreeable history-mystery may have even more appeal to budding sleuths."--"Kirkus Reviews, starred review"
"The historical references, the highly developed characters, and the intriguing plot make this a page-turning satisfying read."--Armchair Interviews

Praise for "Shakespeare's Secret":

"(More) evidence-driven than Blue Balliett's Chasing Vermeer, this agreeable history-mystery may have even more appeal to budding sleuths."--"Kirkus Reviews," Starred Review
"Terrific hero, terrific book. I loved it."--Patricia Reilly Giff
"The historical references, the highly developed characters, and the intriguing plot make this a page-turning satisfying read."--Armchair Interviews
"(More) evidence-driven than Blue Balliett's "Chasing Vermeer," this agreeable history-mystery may have even more appeal to budding sleuths."--"Kirkus Reviews," Starred Review "Elise Broach's debut mystery is a gem. An engrossing mystery that touches several historical elements."--"School Library Journal"
"Middle school girls will love the suspense and identify with the characters' personal decisions, reflecting Shakespeare's universal themes such as loyalty, the public versus the private self, integrity, true love, and humor's dark side."--"Voices of Youth Advocates"
"Sophisticated readers, particularly fans of Blue Balliett's "Chasing Vermeer," will appreciate the true emotions, the rich language, and the revelations of many-layered mysteries that tie the past to the present."--"Booklist"
"Terrific hero, terrific book. I loved it."--Patricia Reilly Giff, Newbery Honor-winning author of "Picture of Hollis Woods"
"The historical references, the highly developed characters, and the intriguing plot make this a page-turning satisfying read."--"Armchair Interviews"

Starting sixth grade at a new school is never easy, especially when your name is Hero. Named after a character in a Shakespeare play, Hero isn't at all interested in this literary connection. But when she's told by an eccentric neighbor that there might be a million dollar diamond hidden in her new house and that it could reveal something about Shakespeare's true identity, Hero is determined to live up to her name and uncover the mystery.