To Kill a Queen cover

Reading Metrics

Grade Level Middle Grades (MG 4-8)
Book Level 4.6
Points 5.0
Fiction/Nonfiction Fiction
Word Count 31073
Points per Word 0.000161
Page Count 180
Points per Page 0.027778
Series My Story

Description

The diary of twelve-year-old Kitty Lumsden, set in 1580s London. Kitty's brother becomes involved in a plot to kill Queen Elizabeth and put Mary Queen of Scots on the throne.

Quick Summary

Kitty Lumsden's diary transports readers to the dangerous world of 1580s London, where she uncovers a shocking family secret that could get her brother executed and change history forever. Kids will devour this fast-paced tale of royal intrigue, loyalty vs. family, and a brave girl who must decide whether to protect her brother or save her queen. If your kid loves the suspense and historical drama of "The Last Summer of the Death Warriors of the Really Great Whangdoodles" or enjoyed "The Tudor Tale of a Goat Who Would Be King," they'll be completely hooked. Perfect for readers in grades 4 through 7 who enjoy history with heart-pounding stakes.