Victoria: A Tale of Spain

By Sarah Scheele

Description:

Victoria, daughter of an 18th century Spanish duke, has lived her whole life shut away from the outside world in the medieval fortress of the Alcazar. Her spoiled younger sisters sneak out to parties with commoners, while her older sister Bella has endured years of discrimination from her parents even though she is honest and devout. Victoria, as an accomplished liar, seems set for a smooth ride--until a mysterious killer causes Bella to disappear. When it is discovered resurgent Moors plotting against the Spanish throne are behind the disappearance, Victoria has little time to find and save her sister. But is Bella really the one in danger after all?

Why the author wrote this book:

During a trip to Spain a few years ago (an event with a spectrum of all experiences, from good to bad) I absorbed much of the unique culture of this country. It seemed to me the perfect setting for a story about the triumph of good people even if they suffer at times.