Spy for the Queen of Scots by Theresa Breslin (English) Paperback Book

Description: Spy for the Queen of Scots by Theresa Breslin As lady-in-waiting to Mary, Queen of Scots, the beautiful Ginette - known as Jenny - is the young queens closest childhood friend. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description A fast-paced, passionate tale of treachery and deceit in the court of Mary, Queen of Scots, from a multi-award-winning author of gripping historical fiction.As lady-in-waiting to Mary, Queen of Scots, the beautiful Ginette - known as Jenny - is the young queens closest childhood friend. Growing up in the elegant but ruthless French court, surrounded by enemies and traitors - not least the jealous, manipulative Catherine de Medici, and Marys own scheming half-brother, James - Jenny has always been fiercely loyal to her mistress. But when she overhears a mysterious whispered plot, closely followed by several unexplained deaths at court, she puts her own life in danger and turns spy for Mary.Jenny quickly realises not a soul at court can be trusted, and when she and Mary return to their Scottish homeland for Mary to claim her throne, they face even greater peril. Desperate to protect her friend from those who would slit her throat to steal her crown, while battling her feelings for the charismatic nobleman Duncan Alexander, Jenny becomes embroiled in a dangerous web of secrets, betrayals and lies. Notes A pulse-pounding and passionate historical novel from the multi-award-winning author of The Nostradamus Prophecy and Prisoner Of The Inquisition. A fast-paced tale of treachery and deceit set in the court of Mary, Queen of Scots. A gripping historical thriller from the brilliant Breslin Bookseller Back Cover Secrets. Betrayal. Murder. Love. The beautiful Lady Ginette - known as Jenny - is lady-in-waiting to Mary, Queen of Scots. Growing up with Mary at the elegant but ruthless French royal court, Jenny is fiercely loyal to her mistress - and, on overhearing a whispered plot, turns spy for the young queen. Jenny quickly realizes that not a soul at court can be trusted, and when Mary returns to Scotland to claim her throne, the girls encounter many who would slit Marys throat to steal her crown. Desperate to protect her, Jenny becomes entangled in a dangerous web - while fighting her feelings for the charismatic young nobleman, Duncan Alexander. An outstanding writer - simply superb Independent A gripping historical thriller from the brilliant Breslin The Bookseller Author Biography THERESA BRESLIN is the Carnegie Medal winning author of over thirty books for children & young adults whose work has appeared on stage, radio and TV. Her books are hugely popular with young people, librarians and teachers. Remembrance, her top selling YA novel of youth in WW1, has now been reissued to include Book Notes. The Dream Master was shortlisted for the Childrens Book Award. Divided City was shortlisted for ten book awards, winning two outright. Review A gripping historical thriller from the brilliant Breslin -- Fiona Noble * The Bookseller * Promotional A fast-paced, passionate tale of treachery and deceit in the court of Mary, Queen of Scots, from a multi-award-winning author of gripping historical fiction. Prizes Long-listed for Carnegie Medal 2013 (UK) Review Text A gripping historical thriller from the brilliant Breslin Review Quote A gripping historical thriller from the brilliant Breslin Promotional "Headline" A fast-paced, passionate tale of treachery and deceit in the court of Mary, Queen of Scots, from a multi-award-winning author of gripping historical fiction. Details ISBN0552560758 Author Theresa Breslin Year 2013 ISBN-10 0552560758 ISBN-13 9780552560757 Format Paperback Publication Date 2013-06-06 Imprint Corgi Childrens Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom Pages 416 DEWEY 823.92 Media Book Illustrations Illustrations Language English UK Release Date 2013-06-06 Publisher Penguin Random House Childrens UK AU Release Date 2013-06-06 NZ Release Date 2013-06-06 Birth 1930 Affiliation Nottingham Trent University Position Author (Cyclist) Qualifications Ph.D. Audience Age 12-17 Audience Teenage / Young adult Alternative 9781407075723 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:52474432;

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