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Frances has learned to use flowers and herbs to become a healer, but the King's court sees witchcraft punishable by death. Forcibly brought to the castle, Francis is surrounded by danger with a dark campaign gathering to destroy Parliament. She finds happiness only with the King's daughter and a mysterious courtier, who may not be what he seems.

An illustrated adaptation of Thomas Paine's pamphlet, "Common Sense," which relates Paine's 1776 arguments for independence from British rule for a younger audience, and features lesson ideas, activities, and projects with an answer key.

"In this book, early fluent readers will [look] at . . . Buckingham Palace, while learning about its history, location, many rooms, current inhabitants, and art . . . full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about the palace's cultural history"--Provided by publisher.

"Aurelia thought she saved her kingdom, only to watch it fall apart and have her people turn against her. Retreating to Greythorne, a friend's ancestral home, she is surrounded by enemies -- even the house itself seems to have a sinister desire to harm her -- yet she's determined to protect her family even through her darkest moments"--Provided by publisher.

"Ever since Nor was forced to go to a nearby kingdom in her sister's place, she's wanted nothing more than to return to the place and people she loves. But when her wish comes true, she soon finds herself cast out from both worlds, with a war on the horizon. As an old enemy resurfaces more powerful than ever, Nor will have to keep the kingdom from falling apart with the help of Print Talin and Nor's twin sister, Zadie. There are forces within the world more mysterious than any of them ever guessed--and they'll need to stay alive long enough to conquer them"--OCLC.

Contains the text of the pamphlet by Thomas Paine.

When Baileywick joins Sofia's Buttercup troop to protect her, Sofia proves she can take care of herself and Baileywick, too!.

Presents a short study of the monarchy from the ancient Egyptian and Roman rulers to the more recent monarchies of England.

"Isobel is a prodigy portrait artist with a dangerous set of clients: the sinister fair folk, immortal creatures who cannot bake bread, weave cloth, or put a pen to paper without crumbling to dust. They crave human Craft with a terrible thirst, and Isobel's paintings are highly prized. But when she receives her first royal patron--Rook, the autumn prince--she makes a terrible mistake. She paints mortal sorrow in his eyes--a weakness that could cost him his life"--Amazon.