The Story of Henry VIII

by Geoffrey Trease

Published 10 July 2008
Prince Harry is the younger brother of Prince Arthur, so he has no chance of being crowned King. But soon after Will Morland is chosen to be his special companion, Harrys life is changed forever and he must learn to be a leader. Look through the eyes of Will, his closest friend, to learn how young Prince Harry became the formidable King Henry VIII.

Princess Elizabeths future is uncertain. She should become the rightful queen of England but will the Catholics ever accept a Protestant Queen? Will Marys husband, the Catholic King Philip of Spain, make a bid for the English throne? Elizabeth is not sure who she can trust, and thats before the arrival of a spy and a sinister letter