Prisoners in the Palace: How Princess Victoria became Queen with the Help of Her Maid, a Reporter, and a Scoundrel

· Chronicle Books
4.1
33 reviews
Ebook
368
Pages

About this ebook

London, 1838. Sixteen-year-old Liza's dreams of her society debut are dashed when her parents are killed in an accident. Penniless, she accepts the position of lady's maid to young Princess Victoria and steps unwittingly into the gossipy intrigue of the servant's world below-stairs as well as the trickery above. Is it possible that her changing circumstances may offer Liza the chance to determine her own fate, find true love, and secure the throne for her future queen?

Meticulously based on newly discovered information, this riveting novel is as rich in historical detail as Catherine, Called Birdy, and as sizzling with intrigue as The Luxe.

Includes bonus material!
- Book Club Discussion Guide
- Sneak peek chapter from Always Emily by Michaela MacColl

Ratings and reviews

4.1
33 reviews
Abby Carte
November 8, 2016
An amusing read. I love the historical facts paired with fictional characters. It was a great book and highly recommend it.
Anita Wagaman
April 10, 2013
No lagging, story moves right along, good lessons, wonderful writing
1 person found this review helpful
Angela Machado Hinchey
October 10, 2016
Did not finish t\it. The book won't open

About the author

Michaela MacColl studied multi-disciplinary history at Vassar College and Yale University, which turns out to be the perfect degree for writing historical fiction. She lives with her husband, two daughters, and three extremely large cats in Connecticut. This is her first book.

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