Description
In this final volume, Lucy is asked to continue her work on behalf of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth I. And her romance with Tomas, the queen's fool, seems to be flourishing - or it is until Mistress Juliette, the new lady-in-waiting, arrives and Tomas pays her far too much attention for Lucy's liking. But then Lucy realises that Juliette is telling lies and is not what she appears to be. Lucy fears for the safety of the queen as there are always supporters of Mary, Queen of Scots who are willing to risk all. How will Lucy convince Tomas of her fears when he just teases her and tells her that she is simply jealous? Desperate times call for desperate measures A thrilling and romantic historical novel that will give all teenage readers an accurate sense of the Elizabethan period.
The third in this very popular sequence, from a highly acclaimed author of historical fiction Includes notes and recipes from the time at the back of the book The historical setting and era excellent for use with the national curriculum
About the Author
Mary Hooper is a very popular writer for children and young adults. Mary's brilliant historical novels, At the House of the Magician, By Royal Command, At the Sign of the Sugared Plum, Petals in the Ashes and The Extraordinary Life and Times of Eliza Rose have a huge fan base, as do her contemporary novels for teenagers. Mary is very much in demand for her events at literary festivals and schools. She lives in Henley-on-Thames.
Reviews
Praise for At the House of the Magician: 'A gripping historical romp through the mysteries and intrigues of the Elizabethan court' Publishing News 'An enchanting historical novel, with elements of fantasy, romance and intrigue - At the House of the Magician cleverly sets itself up for a sequel, leaving the reader hanging on several counts, and sowing the seeds of plenty of adventure to come' Carousel 'This is a fascinating insight into Tudor life, which transports readers into an intriguing world of magic and the sinister goings-on in the royal court' Big Issue 'Superbly written with convincing dialogue and narrative, At the House of the Magician is full of fascinating insights into Tudor life. It will effectively contextualize any study of this period' School Librarian
Book Information
ISBN 9780747599104
Author Mary Hooper
Format Paperback
Page Count 288
Imprint Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
The third in this very popular sequence, from a highly acclaimed author of historical fiction Includes notes and recipes from the time at the back of the book The historical setting and era excellent for use with the national curriculum
About the Author
Mary Hooper is a very popular writer for children and young adults. Mary's brilliant historical novels, At the House of the Magician, By Royal Command, At the Sign of the Sugared Plum, Petals in the Ashes and The Extraordinary Life and Times of Eliza Rose have a huge fan base, as do her contemporary novels for teenagers. Mary is very much in demand for her events at literary festivals and schools. She lives in Henley-on-Thames.
Reviews
Praise for At the House of the Magician: 'A gripping historical romp through the mysteries and intrigues of the Elizabethan court' Publishing News 'An enchanting historical novel, with elements of fantasy, romance and intrigue - At the House of the Magician cleverly sets itself up for a sequel, leaving the reader hanging on several counts, and sowing the seeds of plenty of adventure to come' Carousel 'This is a fascinating insight into Tudor life, which transports readers into an intriguing world of magic and the sinister goings-on in the royal court' Big Issue 'Superbly written with convincing dialogue and narrative, At the House of the Magician is full of fascinating insights into Tudor life. It will effectively contextualize any study of this period' School Librarian
Book Information
ISBN 9780747599104
Author Mary Hooper
Format Paperback
Page Count 288
Imprint Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
