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By Royal Command
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Description
Lucy has become a firm fixture in the household of Dr Dee, a real-life figure who was court magician to Queen Elizabeth 1. Lucy, in return for saving the queen's life, has been told that she is to work as a spy for Her Grace and that she is to remain with the Dee family and await further instruction . . . And then Lucy hears unexplained cries in the Dee house, and finds a young girl imprisoned there. What is Dr Dee doing? Lucy means to find out.
A thrilling historical story, full of intrigue and royal plots and counter-plots, from the acclaimed Mary Hooper.
Product details
Published | 04 Oct 2010 |
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Format | Ebook (Epub & Mobi) |
Edition | 1st |
Extent | 240 |
ISBN | 9781408816455 |
Imprint | Bloomsbury Children's Books |
Publisher | Bloomsbury Publishing |
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Reviews
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Praise for 'By Royal Command':
'A gripping historical romp through the mysteries and intrigues of the Elizabethan Court'Publishing News
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Praise for 'At the House of the Magician':
'This is a fascinating insight into Tudor life, which transports readers into a intriguing world of magic and the sinister goings on in the royal court.'Big Issue