Publisher, Tantor Media (January 2005)

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Welcome to the bizarre court of Henry VIII, where even a princess fears losing her head like her mother. Elizabeth hides her tenacious personality from everyone, especially her father. Your 21st-century kid will enjoy Elizabeth's "treasonous thoughts" and glimpse the daily life of a young woman who ascended the throne at 25 and went on to rule her country for 45 years.

November 10, 1544

"I have been living with this constant fear of exile now for two days. So far I have heard nothing. Plans seem to proceed as normal for our move to Ashridge. This palace, too, is becoming quite filthy, what with all the banqueting and people and gaming between Michaelmas Feast and the feast of All Saints' Day. The roses bloom in our garden with such vigor, but the stench from the courtyard over the wall outside the kitchens is unbearable.

Kat is mumbling something about baths again. The woman is becoming a fanatic. I think we have had half a dozen baths since summer..."

Newberry Honor-winning author Lasky introduces readers to Elizabeth I, a young princess who feels overlooked by her father Henry VIII and threatened by the intrigue at court.

"Readers will enjoy the family intrigues but also will identify with Elizabeth's surprisingly modern doubts and concerns." --School Library Journal

"Elizabeth [is] presented in historical context as [a] real teenager.... and will appeal to contemporary young adults. Well written and captivating." --Voice of Youth Advocates

About the Performer: Publishers Weekly named Josephine Bailey "best female narrator" in 2002. Her native British accent has been used in many audio books and voice over including The Wild Thornberries, Uncle Gus, and Disney-Dreamworks projects. In additions to her award winning voice, Josephine is also involved in television, film, and theatre. On television she has played parts in Robin Hood, Tale of Two Cities, and Sword of Freedom. In film she was featured in Shadow Hours, Life's a Circus and Corridors of Blood. Her theatre experience includes lead roles in Betrayal, Otherwise Engaged and Blithe Spirit. Josephine received her training from Corona Stage School in London. Josephine resides in Los Angeles, CA.