Leyla: The Black Tulip by Kazuhiko Sano, Alev Lytle Croutier

196 pages first pub 2003 (editions)

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Life in the Topkapi Palace harem follows its own rules and rhythms, and twelve-year-old newcomer Leyla has much to learn about this hidden world of women. When she reveals her skills as a gardener, Leyla is assigned to work with the Mistress of th...

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Strong character development?

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Diverse cast of characters?

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