Nine Days A Queen

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Acclaimed author Ann Rinaldi brings Tudor England to life in this tale of young Lady Jane Grey, who was crowned Queen of England against her wishes at age sixteen, reigned for only nine days, and then was beheaded by her cousin, Queen Mary I. Filled with vivid historical detail and an impressive array of famous characters, this compelling account is the only novel for teens about this noteworthy figure.

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"The combination of pageantry and maneuvering will likely appeal to fans of historical romance." -- The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books

"Rinaldi introduces readers to a tragic figure in British history, bringing her to life in an approachable and readable format. ... [A] captivating saga." -- VOYA

"Powerfully written in the first person, this well-researched historical novel is extraordinary." -- Dallas Morning News

"This novel is a must for history lovers but still relates to teenagers of today." -- Romantic Times BOOKclub

Author Bio

Ann Rinaldi is praised for her richly satisfying historical fiction. She is the author of more than thirty novels for young readers, eight of which have been selected as Best Books for Young Adults. She lives in Somerville, NJ. You can visit her online at www.annrinaldi.com.