The Prince and the Dressmaker

The Prince and the Dressmaker by Jen Wang

Publisher Information:  New York, NY: First Second (2018)

Summary: Sebastian's secret weapon (and best friend) is the brilliant dressmaker Frances --- one of only two people who know the truth:  sometimes this boy wears dresses.  But Frances dreams of greatness, and being someone's secret weapon means being a secret.  Forever.  How long can Frances defer her dreams to protect her friend?  Jen Wang weaves an exuberantly romantic tale of identity, young love, art, and family.  A fairy tale for any age, The Prince and the Dressmaker will steal your heart.  

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Links of Interest:

Author website: jenwang.net

Educator's guide:  HERE

Author interview:  HERE

 

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