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VIII

by H. M. Castor
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Destined for greatness...tormented by demons. Like Game of Thrones for teens, this "powerful look at a dark side of history" (Booklist) is the epic tale of Henry VIII's transformation from a handsome, gifted youth to a murderous, cruel king.
Hal is a young man of extraordinary talents, astonishing warrior skills, sharp intelligence, and a fierce sense of honor and virtue. He believes he is destined for greatness. His father wishes he would disappear. Haunted by the ghosts of his family's violent past, Hal embarks on a journey that leads him to absolute power—and brings him face to face with his demons.

"History comes alive from the first page to the last" (The Independent) in this fascinating, previously untold story of how a charismatic, athletic young man grew up to become the murderous, vengeful King Henry VIII.
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Publisher: Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers

Kindle Book

  • Release date: August 20, 2013

OverDrive Read

  • ISBN: 9781442474208
  • Release date: August 20, 2013

EPUB ebook

  • ISBN: 9781442474208
  • File size: 5231 KB
  • Release date: August 20, 2013

Formats

Kindle Book
OverDrive Read
EPUB ebook

subjects

Historical Fiction Young Adult Fiction Young Adult Literature

Languages

English

Levels

ATOS Level:5.2
Lexile® Measure:770
Interest Level:9-12(UG)
Text Difficulty:3-4

Destined for greatness...tormented by demons. Like Game of Thrones for teens, this "powerful look at a dark side of history" (Booklist) is the epic tale of Henry VIII's transformation from a handsome, gifted youth to a murderous, cruel king.
Hal is a young man of extraordinary talents, astonishing warrior skills, sharp intelligence, and a fierce sense of honor and virtue. He believes he is destined for greatness. His father wishes he would disappear. Haunted by the ghosts of his family's violent past, Hal embarks on a journey that leads him to absolute power—and brings him face to face with his demons.

"History comes alive from the first page to the last" (The Independent) in this fascinating, previously untold story of how a charismatic, athletic young man grew up to become the murderous, vengeful King Henry VIII.
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Historical Fiction Young Adult Fiction Young Adult Literature
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