THE PLAYER KING by
Avi (Edward Wortis)
Can a scullery boy become King of all England? In 1486, Lambert Simnel is proclaimed Edward,
Earl of Warwick and rightful king of England.
This young adult book tells his tale.
Written from a young boy’s point of view, the story is exciting and well
told. Henry Tudor has seized the throne
from his young nephew. Was Edward killed or was he allowed to escape and become
a scullery boy? What of those who “taught
or reminded” Lambert/Edward of all he needed to know?
Boys will love this tale of intrigue and power, fear and
hope. Girls will also like this tale of
poverty to great riches. Adults who like
their history in tiny gulps, told with great skill, will also find this short
novelization to their liking. The story is true: the fear, and joy, and intrigue
is also real.
Avi has won the Newbery Medal, the Yarrow Award and the Golden
Kite.
5 of 5 stars for the genre
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