Tangled in Time 2: The Burning Queen
An adventure through time and royal intrigue
Format:Paperback
Publisher:HarperCollins Publishers Inc
Published:23rd Jul '20
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In this engaging sequel, Rose navigates the dangers of the past while striving to protect her friends and family from Queen Mary's oppressive reign.
In Tangled in Time 2: The Burning Queen, the second installment of a captivating middle-grade time travel series, readers follow newly orphaned Rose as she navigates the complexities of her dual existence. Torn between the present day and the tumultuous court of two iconic English princesses, Rose's journey unfolds in a richly woven tapestry of history and adventure. With the ascent of Princess Mary to the throne, Rose finds herself compelled to leave her beloved Princess Elizabeth behind, stepping into a world filled with royal intrigue and danger.
As Mary prepares for her coronation, Rose is thrust into the demanding role of gown maker, a task that quickly turns perilous. The devout queen's intentions take a dark turn as she plans to persecute Protestants, leading to a chilling atmosphere of fear and uncertainty. Meanwhile, Rose's father, a master spy and goldsmith, urges her to return to her own time in Indiana, where she forms a bond with a young immigrant named Marisol. Together, they face the trials of middle school and the looming threat of US Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
Determined to protect her newfound family and rescue her father and best friend Franny from the clutches of Queen Mary's oppressive reign, Rose must weigh her options carefully. Her bravery will be tested as she contemplates whether she is willing to risk everything for the people she loves most in this thrilling continuation of her adventures in Tangled in Time 2: The Burning Queen.
“Kathryn Lasky’s latest is a sleight-of-hand that will have you clapping your hands... With the brio and big-heart that characterizes all of Lasky’s work, this opening salvo of a new series can be heralded with trumpet fanfares and clouds of rose petals.” — Gregory Maguire, author of Wicked and Egg & Spoon “Catnip for readers who enjoy immersion in the period detail of times past, and they’ll welcome the promise of other periods and places to come.” — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books for Tangled in Time: The Portal “Readers who enjoy plot twists and turns will embrace this historical fantasy.” — School Library Journal for Tangled in Time: The Portal “A convincing, compelling time-travel series rife with Tudor drama.” — Kirkus Reviews for Tangled in Time: The Portal "An enjoyable time-travel book." — Booklist for Tangled in Time: The Portal
ISBN: 9780062693297
Dimensions: 194mm x 130mm x 17mm
Weight: 218g
336 pages