The Diamond Secret - (Once Upon a Time) by Suzanne Weyn (Paperback)

About the Book

After the Russian Revolution, Empress Marie, the czar's mother who has escaped to Paris, offers a reward for the return of her missing granddaughter, Anastasia. Eager to collect the large sum, two friends hatch a plan to fool the empress and convince Nadya, a quick-witted kitchen girl at a Russian tavern, to join them. Original.

Book Synopsis

After the Russian Revolution, Empress Marie, the czar's mother, who escaped to Paris, offers a reward for the return of her missing granddaughter, the princess Anastasia. Eager to collect the large sum, two friends hatch a plan to fool Empress Marie and convince Nadya, a mischievous and quick-witted kitchen girl at a Russian tavern, to accompany them to France. Nadya resembles the famous Anastasia, but can't remember her life before the revolution. Eager for the future, Nadya and her new friends venture across Europe, discovering new terrain of friendship, family, and love.

About the Author

Suzanne Weyn has written more than 100 novels for children and young adults and has had her work featured on the New York Times bestseller list. Her books in the Once upon a Time series include The Crimson Thread and The Night Dance among others. She is also the author of the romantic comedy, South Beach Sizzle. Suzanne lives in Putnam Valley, NY.