title: A Tyranny of Petticoats: 15 Stories of Belles, Bank Robbers & Other Badass Girls
author:  Jessica Spotswood 
description: Gr 9 UpFifteen notable YA authors come together to write enthralling short historical narratives starring ambitious young women. The contributors include Leslye Walton, Marie Lu, Beth Revis, Elizabeth Wein, Kekla Magoon, and Robin Talley. The stories are arranged chronologicallyfrom British North America in 1710 to Chicago in 1968and address several eras in American history. Throughout, strong female leads have resilient motives and less than genteel demeanors. In addition, there are no happily ever after endings, but most do leave room for hope. Topics range from societal expectations to racial issues to less than eligible suitors to sexuality to women's contributions to historical movements. Furthermore, most stories are woven with various folklore and myths and are inspired by real people or events. Each entry is strong on its own, and the characters' voices are unique in each tale. Teens will be hard-pressed to choose a favorite, and even those who are not fans of historical fiction might find a genre-blended tale worth reading. Overall, the pacing for each selection is steady, and the conclusions have enough punch to make the characters and their situations memorable. VERDICT A must-buy. This collection will be sure to spark an interest in anyone who wants to indulge in strong and introspective young women living in a variety of historical time periods.Briana Moore, School Library Journal
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  LOVING LADY LAZULI
  
  London Jewel Thieves
  
  By Shehanne Moore
  
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  Black Wolf Books.
  
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  Digital Edition Copyright © 2018 Shehanne Moore
  
  Original publication by Etopia Press—2014
  
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