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bergha1998's review against another edition
emotional
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Of this series, I have always considered this one a favorite. Who doesn't love a look into the scandalous lives of the Tudors?
princess71608's review against another edition
informative
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
buer's review against another edition
4.0
I absolutely adored this series when I was a kid, but I completely forgot about it until I found two of them in a thrift store a couple weeks ago. My niece is just about the age I was when I read them, so I picked them up for her, but thought it would be fun to revisit them myself first.
This book is a little bit slower than I remember it being, but overall a really pleasant read. Lasky (the author, although you wouldn't know that looking in any of the conventional places) does a great job of developing Elizabeth as a character. Her future personality shines through the childishness of her desires, even as the reader recognizes exactly how adult Elizabeth is acting. I think it is a beautiful little book and a great starting point to get my niece (maybe) interested in history.
This book is a little bit slower than I remember it being, but overall a really pleasant read. Lasky (the author, although you wouldn't know that looking in any of the conventional places) does a great job of developing Elizabeth as a character. Her future personality shines through the childishness of her desires, even as the reader recognizes exactly how adult Elizabeth is acting. I think it is a beautiful little book and a great starting point to get my niece (maybe) interested in history.
pgmoon's review against another edition
3.0
A quick and nostalgic read to start the year. I used to love reading these books as a kid, although this one escaped me, despite my fascination with Tudor history.
Although not completely historically accurate, still a very fun time!
Although not completely historically accurate, still a very fun time!
brashknuckles's review against another edition
4.0
An interesting interpretation of Elizabeth's youth. The characterization of the people in her life, as well as herself is intriguing and highly readable.
idkhow2ratebooks's review against another edition
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
bookedwithgloria's review against another edition
4.0
I was wondering around my books and realized I still had all The Royal Diaries still and decided to reread them. I have always loved Queen Elizabeth and reading “her diary” especially during the time that her father passed away was a treat. You can feel the angst that young Elizabeth must have been feeling and the longing she had to have her fathers affection.
Overall such a good introduction to historical fiction for middle grades and would recommend for classes.
Overall such a good introduction to historical fiction for middle grades and would recommend for classes.