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School Library Journal
Reviewed on July 1, 2010
Gr 1–3—Duke Cosimo de'Medici of Florence, collector of exotic plants, jealously guards the jasmine brought from India by Vasco da Gama and is known to torture those who displease him. Antonio, the youngest gardener, is "made bold by love" and cuts a small sprig for beautiful Donatella. The duke notices, discovers Antonio is the thief, and has him imprisoned in a distant town. When Donatella lear...Log In or Sign Up to Read More
Horn Book Guide
Reviewed on January 1, 2010
Cruel Duke Cosimo's gardener, Antonio, risks his life to steal a sprig of jasmine for his love, Donatella. McAlister's stor...Log In or Sign Up to Read More
Junior Library Guild
Reviewed on September 1, 2010
Donatella is an appealing heroine. Calm, brave, and determined, she uses her cooking skills to outsmart Cosimo’s prison guards. The young lovers’ triumph over the selfish duke is a satisfying ending, especially as an explan...Log In or Sign Up to Read More
