Queen's Fool

A fantastic Tudor adventure from Historical AssociationYoung Quills Award-winning author Ally Sherrick.'A compulsive read ... I love Ally's writing, she really hasa way of making history come alive!' CELIA REES'Having read Ally Sherrick’s previous work, the authorcan’t put a foot wrong in my opinion, and this Tudor taleis her best yet.' BARBARA HENDERSON'The Queen's Fool is a gripping, page-turning adventure' LANCASHIREEVENING POSTCat Sparrow is on the road. She's following her sister, Meg, whowas torn from their convent home and sent to London.But Cat isn't like other people – she thinks differently– and for a girl like her the world holds many perils.Luckily she befriends a young actor, Jacques, and together theyfollow Meg's trail to a wondrous place called the Field of Clothof Gold. But here, they discover that the kingdoms of England andFrance are both in terrible danger ... Ally Sherrick weaves fact and fiction together to createa rip-roaring historical adventure set in the court of HenryVIIITold with real heart and warmth, THE QUEEN'S FOOL exploreshistorical attitudes towards people with learning disabilities,the importance of sisterly bonds, and using your talents toforge your own destiny.Perfect for fans of Emma Carroll and Hilary McKayBrilliant for KS2 readers - and teachers! - studyingthe Tudors at school