The Tang Dynasty is powerful and prosperous. Indeed, China is experiencing a golden age of expansion, invention, and culture. But for Di Lingyi (and for many girls and women), all she hears are the endless reminders of rules: don’t do this, don’t say that do as you’re told, stay out of trouble. The problem is, there’s just so much to see and learn and do in the emperor’s palace, especially for a young servant girl who is all but invisible to the courtiers. Invisible to all, except to Fair Flatterer—the most powerful woman in China. Together, they set about challenging what is expected of them.

Adventures in History™, brings to life some of the most compelling and intriguing events in history as seen through the eyes of the young protagonists who are a central part of each dramatic tale. Readers will enjoy the twists and turns in this historical fiction series as they discover what it was like to live through world-changing events and unbelievable circumstances. These stories come to you courtesy of known and award-winning children’s authors.

Cross Curriculum Connections for the Free Library outlines how these books can be used alongside the Core Knowledge Sequence as well as the corresponding curriculum materials.