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By Royal Command: Bk. 2 (At the House of the Magician)

By Royal Command: Bk. 2 (At the House of the Magician)

by Mary Hooper (Author)

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    Paperback 2008

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Synopsis

Lucy has become a firm fixture in the household of Dr Dee, a real-life figure who was court magician to Queen Elizabeth 1. Lucy, in return for saving the queen's life, has been told that she is to work as a spy for Her Grace and that she is to remain with the Dee family and await further instruction ...And then Lucy hears unexplained cries in the Dee house, and finds a young girl imprisoned there. What is Dr Dee doing? Lucy means to find out. A thrilling historical story, full of intrigue and royal plots and counter-plots, from the acclaimed Mary Hooper.

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More Information

Format: Paperback
 Pages: 240
 Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Published: 04 Feb 2008
ISBN 10: 0747588856
ISBN 13: 9780747588856
Children’s book age: 9-11 Years
 Book Overview: Sequel to the hugely popular At the House of the Magician The narrative is lively and full of authentic historical detail and supported by a commercial jacket look Set in the time of Elizabeth 1, this novel is perfect related reading for English and History National Curriculum studies Mary Hooper's historical fiction has sold over 40,000 copies

Media Reviews
'A gripping historical romp through the mysteries and intrigues of the Elizabethan Court.' Publishing News 'This is a fascinating insight into Tudor life, which transports readers into a intriguing world of magic and the sinister goings on in the royal court.' (Praise for At the House of the Magician ) Big Issue
Author Bio
Mary Hooper is a hugely popular writer for children and young adults. Her other books for Bloomsbury include Amy, Holly and the ever popular and award-winning Megan series, as well as hilarious younger fiction, including the revolting KATIE series. Mary's brilliant historical novels: At the Sign of the Sugared Plum, Petals in the Ashes, The Extraordinary Life and Times of Eliza Rose and At the House of the Magician also have a huge fanbase. Mary is very much in demand for her events at literary festivals and schools. She lives in Henley-on-Thames.