55 pages • 1 hour read
Geoffrey TreaseCue for Treason
Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 1940A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
Cue for Treason by Geoffrey Trease is a children's historical novel set in Elizabethan England. It follows Peter, who runs away from his home and becomes a boy-actor traveling to London with another runaway named Kit. Together, they uncover a plot against Queen Elizabeth I, leading them on thrilling adventures across the country. The novel addresses themes of social inequality and historical power structures.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Cue for Treason by Geoffrey Trease captivates readers with its engaging characters and historical accuracy, providing a thrilling adventure set in Elizabethan England. Critics praise its educational value and dynamic storytelling but note a few dated elements and slower-paced sections. Overall, it's a commendable classic that continues to resonate with young readers.
Who Should Read Cue for Treason?
Readers who enjoy historical adventures like My Brother Sam Is Dead or The Shakespeare Stealer will find Cue for Treason by Geoffrey Trease captivating. It appeals to middle-grade to young adult fans of action-packed plots, Elizabethan England settings, and rich character development.
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Novel • Fiction
England • Elizabethan era
1940
Middle grade
10-14 years
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