Author:Joan Lingard
Natasha's story is set against the background of the Russian Revolution as she and her family flee persecution. Her story is dramatically and cleverly linked with the present as her heirs search for her will. The will can only be found through a trail of literary clues from classic children's books.
Sprightly illustrations provide a sophisticated and refreshing accompaniment to an entertaining story
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