About the book
In seventeenth-century Scotland, saying the wrong thing can lead to banishment—or worse. Accused of being a witch, sixteen-year-old Maggie Blair is sentenced to be hanged. She escapes, but instead of finding shelter with her principled, patriotic uncle, she brings disaster to his door.
Betrayed by one of her own accusers, Maggie must try to save her uncle and his family from the king’s men, even if she has to risk her own life in the process.
Originally published in the UK, this book has a powerful blend of heart-stopping action and thought-provoking themes.
Editions of Betrayal of Maggie Blair
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780547722061
- EBook
- ISBN 9780547573946
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In seventeenth-century Scotland, saying the wrong thing can lead to banishment—or worse. Accused of being a witch, sixteen-year-old Maggie Blair is sentenced to be hanged. She escapes, but instead of finding shelter with her principled, patriotic uncle, she brings disaster to his door.
Betrayed by one of her own accusers, Maggie must try to save her uncle and his family from the king’s men, even if she has to risk her own life in the process.
Originally published in the UK, this book has a powerful blend of heart-stopping action and thought-provoking themes.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Betrayal of Maggie Blair about?
In seventeenth-century Scotland, saying the wrong thing can lead to banishment—or worse. Accused of being a witch, sixteen-year-old Maggie Blair is sentenced to be hanged. She escapes, but instead of finding shelter with her principled, patriotic uncle, she brings disaster to his door.
Betrayed by one of her own accusers, Maggie must try to save her uncle and his family from the king’s men, even if she has to risk her own life in the process.
Originally published in the UK, this book has a powerful blend of heart-stopping action and thought-provoking themes.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Betrayal of Maggie Blair?
Children’s, Teenage and Educational > Children’s / Teenage fiction and true stories > Children’s / Teenage fiction: Family and home stories
Where can I read a sample of Betrayal of Maggie Blair?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780547722061
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Betrayal of Maggie Blair?
Elizabeth Laird
Who is the Publisher of the book Betrayal of Maggie Blair?
HarperCollins
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Betrayal of Maggie Blair is available as paperback(ISBN 9780547722061) and ebook(ISBN 9780547573946)
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