In the highly anticipated finale to the acclaimed Montague siblings series, readers are introduced to Adrian Montague, a young lord burdened by debilitating anxiety, a secret struggle with mental illness inherited from his late mother, and the pressure of a bright political future. Adrian's life takes an unexpected turn with the discovery of a broken spyglass, a poignant keepsake of his mother's, which unravels a shocking family secret: he has two older siblings he never knew. This revelation thrusts Adrian into an unforeseen quest, leading him to his long-lost brother, Henry “Monty” Montague, living a quiet life in London. The brothers embark on a perilous journey, deciphering the spyglass's secrets, to locate their sister, Felicity. Their epic adventure spans exotic locales, from the pirate courts of Rabat and picturesque Portuguese islands to the intricate canals of Amsterdam and treacherous Arctic waters. As they navigate this final, grand escapade, the Montague siblings must confront a ghostly legend that threatens to unravel their entire lineage, forcing them to face not only their shared past but also a destiny intertwined with danger and discovery.
Critical Reception
"As the enthralling conclusion to a New York Times bestselling and Stonewall Honor-winning series, this novel solidifies its place as a significant contribution to young adult literature."