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The Capybara Flag Revolt: The Mostly True Tale of California's Short Rebellion

by Lisa Freels

A time-travel lens on California’s Bear Flag Revolt

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A time-travel lens on California’s Bear Flag Revolt

Set against the Bear Flag Revolt of 1846, the story brings a historical episode into a fantasy framework: Callie travels back in time after writing in a journal she finds in her grandmother’s attic. The account includes General Vallejo and his family, placing their experiences within the wider events of the revolt. The publisher describes the book as extensively researched and says it incorporates factual information alongside its time-travel premise, giving the historical setting a central role in the narrative.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Middle grade readers interested in historical fantasy and time travel.
  • Readers curious about California history and the Bear Flag Revolt.
  • Readers interested in stories that include General Vallejo and his family.

Themes

California historyTime travelFamily experiences during historical events

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Book overview

This is a historical fantasy story about the Bear Flag Revolt in California, 1846. Callie travels back in time after writing in a "magical" journal found in her grandmother's attic. It details General Vallejo's experience, as well as that of his family. It was extensively researched, and contains factual information within the time-travel premise. This book is intended for middle grade readers.

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