Angel on the Square
Angel on the Square by Gloria Whelan, published by HarperCollins in 2001, is a historical juvenile fiction novel that unfolds in St. Petersburg during the fall of 1914. The story centers on Katya Ivanova, the daughter of a lady-in-waiting, who enjoys a privileged life within the palace walls, spending time with the Tsar’s daughters and vacationing on the imperial yacht. However, as war ravages Europe and unrest brews in Russia, Katya’s secure existence begins to unravel, forcing her to confront the realities of a changing world.
Readers will find a narrative that explores themes of social upheaval and the impact of war on personal lives. As Katya navigates her shifting circumstances, the novel delves into the complexities of loyalty and identity amid the backdrop of revolution. With 293 pages, this edition presents a vivid portrayal of a young woman’s journey toward self-determination in a tumultuous historical context.
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It is a golden time for the aristocracy of St. Petersburg in the fall of 1914. The daughter of a lady-in-waiting, Katya Ivanova is safe behind palace walls. She takes her vacations on the imperial yacht and her tea with the Tsar’s daughters. The royal family feels like her own.But outside the palace, a devastating war sweeps through Europe, and deep unrest takes root in Russia. As the flame of revolution ignites in a country where the rich have always ruled, Katya’s once-certain future dissolves.National Book Award-winning author Gloria Whelan transports readers to a crumbling, war-torn Russia, where one young woman, growing up in the shadow of a revolution, must take her future into her own hands.
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