The Boy, the Witch & The Queen of Scots
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Luath Press Ltd
Published:11th Apr '24
Should be back in stock very soon
No.
Not the Palace.
Anywhere but the Palace.
12-year-old Alexander Buchan was once content, training as a falconer at Strathbogie Castle in Huntly. But when his Earl sends him to Edinburgh to the court of the newly arrived Mary, Queen of Scots, the boy finds himself lured into a world of intrigue, terror and treachery. Alexander knows right from wrong, but how can he hope to outwit the Earl's murderous messenger? Surely no one can defy such a powerful master whose wife is rumoured to be a witch!
Soon, more than the boy's own life is at stake: his friend Lizzie is arrested and the the angry clouds of Reformation Scotland gather around the young Queen.
It seems that Alexander must spy – or die.
The Boy, The Witch & The Queen of Scots is a thrilling, gripping historical adventure. SUSAN BROWNRIGG, Children’s Author
It’s a great way to get history into children and even as an adult I learnt a lot.HELEN BYLES, Blogger
A true gem in children's literature, The Boy, the Witch & The Queen of Scots is a triumph that brings history to life in a way that both educates and entertains. MR RIPLEY, Blogger
The action started straight away which will hook children in. RACHEL BRUCE, Teacher and Historian
A fascinating glimpse into the past – perfect for the primary classroom.STEVEN KENYON, Teacher Educator for English and History
I was completely gripped by this page-turner! Barbara has tapped into a truly unique perspective of one of Scotland’s most fascinating eras! TRACY HARROWER-RENNIE, Teacher and Historian
A fascinating, historical adventure! I really enjoyed all of the twists and turns in the story and I loved that it was rooted in historical accuracy. The book contains many themes which would ignite and inspire children to learn more about this time period. I was kindly sent an early review copy and I found the plot very engaging and the characters were well written. The story telling made you feel like you were there, witnessing the plot first hand with Alexander and Lizzie! CASEY McCORMACK, GoodReads
Full of intrigue, adventure and treachery, it is totally gripping. HELEN, BookSirens
ISBN: 9781804251317
Dimensions: unknown
Weight: unknown
192 pages