The Nobleman's Guide to Scandal and Shipwrecks A Novel

"Lee's writing is as exquisite as ever, in both the nuanced rendering of Adrian's emotional landscape and the gritty world surrounding him. Fans and newcomers to Lee's trilogy will delight in a swashbuckling tale grounded in compassion and love." - School Library Journal (starred review)

"A swashbuckling, fantastical coming-of-age adventure that quite simply swallowed me whole."

- Audible Editor's Pick

"Lee crafts an absorbing adventure with dangerous stakes, dynamic character growth, sharp social and political commentary, and a storm of emotion... An enticing, turbulent, and satisfying final voyage." - Kirkus Reviews

"Packed with political intrigue, romance (gay and straight), angry pirates, ghost stories and more powerful female leaders than you can shake a cutlass at." - ShelfAwareness (starred review)

"Series fans can expect another wonderful round of exciting journeys, unique personalities, surprising historical details, beautiful romance, and scrutiny of social-justice issues." - Booklist (starred review)

Mackenzi Lee (This Monstrous Thing) combines her knowledge of European history with a contemporary, comic sensibility to create an over-the-top romantic adventure complete with cliff-hanging chapter endings and sometimes outrageous narration. Monty is a licentious, flawed and engaging 18th-century hero. - Shelf Awareness (starred review)

"Gentleman's Guide to Vice and Virtue is the queer teen historical you didn't know was missing from your life."

- Teen Vogue ("Best Queer Books to Celebrate Pride 2017")

"A rollicking ride that also turns a keen eye to issues like class, racism, homosexuality, and identity." - Brightly

"Careening from fete to fiasco on a Grand Tour of 18th century Europe, THE GENTLEMEN'S GUIDE TO VICE AND VIRTUE is a dizzying, dazzling, and roguishly romantic romp. This book makes me want to unrequite my own love so I can requite him all over again." - Heidi Heilig, author of The Girl From Everywhere

"Don't read this book unless you like adventure, hijinks, and forbidden romance, and if you do, then read it twice." - Stacey Lee, author of The Secret of a Heart Note and Under a Painted Sky

"An outrageously fun, witty, fascinating, and romantic adventure, starring a memorable trio I'd happily travel with for ages. Lee is a definite force in diverse historical YA." - Dahlia Adler, founder of LGBTQ Reads and author of Under the Lights

"[A] strong feminist credo." - The Horn Book

"The Lady's Guide to Petticoats and Piracy is fun while still being thoughtful, feminist, and an ode to female friendship." - Bustle

Praise for THE GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO VICE AND VIRTUE: "Tongue-in-cheek, wildly entertaining, and anachronistic in only the most delightful ways, this is a gleeful romp through history. Monty is a hero worthy of Oscar Wilde." - ALA Booklist (starred review)

"The book's exquisite, bygone meter and vernacular sit comfortably on a contemporary shelf. And the friction of racism, tyrannical entitled politicians, and misguided disapproval of homosexuality also have a relevance rooted in current culture's xeno- and homophobia. Austen, Wilde, and Indiana Jones converge in this deliciously anachronistic bonbon." - Kirkus Reviews (starred review)

"This is a witty, romantic, and exceedingly smart look at discovering one's place in the world. A stunning powerhouse of a story for every collection." - School Library Journal (starred review)

"A gloriously swashbuckling affair." - Publishers Weekly (starred review)

Praise for THE LADY'S GUIDE TO PETTICOATS AND PIRACY: "[Lee] develops a world rich in historical detail, crafts a plot wild with unexpected turns, and explores complex topics like colonization and identity. An empowering and energetic adventure that celebrates friendship between women." - Kirkus Reviews (starred review)

"An incredible, must-have follow-up full of old characters and new, blood and guts, and a delightful barrage of sarcasm." - School Library Journal (starred review)

"This action-driven adventure is a joy." - ALA Booklist (starred review)

"A beautifully brilliant story about feminism, female friendship, privilege, sexism in the 17th century, and doing all you can to fulfill your passion and dreams." - Buzzfeed

"A feminist feast that challenges societal norms and forgoes all romance, which is unconventional, albeit refreshing, in young adult literature."

- BookPage