Queen of Darkness
(Paperback)
Publishing Details
Queen of Darkness
By (Author) Tony Bradman
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Bloomsbury Education
21st January 2020
United Kingdom
Classifications
Primary and Secondary Educational
Non Fiction
823.92
Physical Properties
Paperback
160
Width 129mm, Height 198mm
146g
Description
The gripping story of Boudica and her battle against the Roman empire, told through the eyes of a young girl. Perfect for fans of historical adventure. Young Rhianna is relieved when Queen Boudica takes in her and her sister when their parents die. But there's a darkness in Boudica that's waiting to be unleashed and the Romans will suffer for their crimes against her. Soon, Rhianna witnesses much more than the kindness that Boudica has shown her and her sister. There's a battle coming... and a terrible aftermath. This exciting and engaging take on a powerful woman from history from the master historical storyteller, Tony Bradman, is a great way to cover Boudica who is covered on the Key Stage 2 (KS2) curriculum in England. Flashbacks offer dramatic stories set in key moments in history, perfect for introducing children to historical topics.
Reviews
Critical reading is so important, and this gripping tale may be a very interesting vehicle. -- Carolyn Boyd * The School Librarian *
Queen of Darkness makes a legendary historical female icon fascinating and relatable. It will captivate readers who already have an interest in the Romans but as it doesnt assume any prior knowledge it can be enjoyed by everyone. -- Review * BookTrust *
Full of historical detail, Queen of Darkness is an absorbing read. -- Review * North Somerset Teachers' Book Award *
Author Bio
Tony Bradman is an award-winning author who has been involved in children's books for 35 years. He has written for all ages poetry, picture books, young fiction, novels and for many reading schemes. Tony has edited many anthologies of poetry and short stories, has been a judge on several major book prizes, and is a regular reviewer of children's and young adult fiction for The Guardian books pages. Tony has three children, three grandchildren, and lives in London with his wife and Betty the Border Terrier which makes him the third most important person in the house.
