Mira's Diary: Home Sweet Rome

Mira's Diary: Home Sweet Rome Synopsis

Mira travels around the world-and into the past-in search of her missing mother, visiting the Wonders of the Modern World. Illustrated with line drawings from Mira's very own sketchbook.A new postcard from her time-traveling mother points Mira to the 16th century Rome. But before she can rescue her mom, she must follow the clues left around the city to find Giordano Bruno, a famous thinker and mathematician, who discovered something so shocking that important Italian officials don't want it revealed. All the while avoiding the Watchers-time-traveling police who want Mira back in her own time.It's another whirlwind adventure for Mira, and this time she is determined to bring her mother out of the past.Praise for Mira's Diary: Lost in Paris:"e;An engrossing, diary-style blend of history, mystery, and time travel."e;-Publishers Weekly"e;With an engaging story, accessible history, and a spunky heroine, Mira's Diary is an absorbing, fast-pace adventure."e;-School Library Journal"e;Mira's Diary: Lost in Paris is a passionate celebration of honor and integrity...fast paced and compelling."e;-Karen Cushman, Newberry Medal Winner and New York Times bestselling author

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