A Murder for Her Majesty by Beth Hilgartner

A Murder for Her Majesty

Beth Hilgartner

256 pages first pub 1986 (editions)

fiction historical mystery young adult dark mysterious fast-paced

Description

Horrified at having witnessed her father's murder and fearing that the killers are agents of Queen Elizabeth I, eleven-year-old Alice Tuckfield hides in the Yorkshire cathedral by disguising herself as one of the choirboys.

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Moods

adventurous 100%
mysterious 100%
dark 40%
funny 40%
hopeful 40%
lighthearted 40%
emotional 20%
informative 20%
relaxing 20%
tense 20%

Pace

medium 50%
fast 50%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 75% | Character: 25%

Strong character development?

Yes: 100%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 66% | N/A: 33%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 66% | No: 33%

Average rating

4.07

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