The Princess of Pushkar Book One: In the Shadow of the Palace
by Judith Simpson

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Period: Mid-13th Century

Location: India

Princess Rani's marriage to a prince from Kashi is imminent, even though she has only lived thirteen rainy seasons. But the princess and her sisters are kidnapped by a rival kingdom before the marriage can take place. With no sign of rescue in sight, Rani takes matters into her own hands, going undercover as a trainee soldier in her captor's army. She must embrace her new identity and leave her high-handed ways behind her. But time is running out.

Will Rani be able to rescue her sisters from an unwanted marriage to a dying prince?

Will the princesses ever see their home and family again?


  • Middle fiction
  • Paperback 144pp
  • ISBN 9781742030524
  • World ex ANZ rights available

Reviews

This is a rollicking adventure with a spunky heroine and plenty of historical detail.
— Centre for Youth Literature

I would recommend this book to anyone who likes historical fiction, or to people who like strong female characters.
— Caitlin Age 14 YARA


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