The Gallery
The Gallery by Laura Marx Fitzgerald, published by Penguin in 2016, is a historical art mystery set in the Roaring Twenties. This edition spans 312 pages and is presented in English. The story follows twelve-year-old Martha, who finds herself working as a maid in the opulent New York City mansion of the Sewell family. Amidst the glamour and lavish parties, Martha suspects that something is amiss, particularly concerning Rose Sewell, the reclusive lady of the house. As she navigates the secrets of the household, Martha believes the paintings in the Sewell’s gallery may hold the key to uncovering the truth.
Readers will discover a narrative filled with intrigue as Martha embarks on a quest to decode the hidden messages within the artwork. The book intertwines elements of juvenile fiction with themes of art, mystery, and the complexities of life in 20th-century America. As Martha confronts the challenges of her environment, she showcases her determination and resourcefulness in unraveling the mysteries surrounding Rose and the Sewell family. The Gallery offers a captivating glimpse into a bygone era, enriched by an author’s note that draws inspiration from true events.
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A riveting historical art mystery for fans of Chasing Vermeer and The Westing Game, set in the Roaring Twenties
It’s 1929, and twelve-year-old Martha has no choice but to work as a maid in the New York City mansion of the wealthy Sewell family. But, despite the Gatsby-like parties and trimmings of success, she suspects something might be deeply wrong in the household–specifically with Rose Sewell, the formerly vivacious lady of the house who now refuses to leave her room. The other servants say Rose is crazy, but scrappy, strong-willed Martha thinks there’s more to the story–and that the paintings in the Sewell’s gallery contain a hidden message detailing the truth. But in a house filled with secrets, nothing is quite what it seems, and no one is who they say. Can Martha follow the clues, decipher the code, and solve the mystery of what’s really going on with Rose Sewell?
Inspired by true events described in a fascinating author’s note, The Gallery is a 1920s caper told with humor and spunk that readers today will love.
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