"Priscilla's Spies" by George A. Birmingham is a novel that kicks off with Frank Mannix, a school sports star, heading home for summer break until an accident sidelines him with a sprained ankle. His cousin, Priscilla, is a bold and energetic girl who is ready to take charge. Together, they are drawn into an adventure when they decide to explore the bay, and Priscilla jokingly suspects they might even be looking for a German spy. The early part of the story hints at themes like growing up, going on an exciting adventure, and dealing with what people expect, all while the cousins deal with tricky family stuff and trying to figure out what they want in life. The story promises a mix of funny moments, a bit of mystery, and the kind of exciting things that young people get up to.
Priscilla's Spies
By George A. Birmingham
When a sports hero’s injury throws a wrench into his summer plans, his spirited cousin drags him into a hilarious hunt for a possible spy along the bay.
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George A. Birmingham was the pen name of James Owen Hannay, Irish clergyman and prolific novelist. He was active in the Gaelic League, but strained his relations with Irish nationalists by supporting Robert Lindsay Crawford in his opposition to clerical control of education.
George A. Birmingham was the pen name of James Owen Hannay, Irish clergyman and prolific novelist. He was active in the Gaelic League, but strained his relations with Irish nationalists by supporting Robert Lindsay Crawford in his opposition to clerical control of education.
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