Tells the life story of England's Elizabeth I, describing her father's desire for a male heir, the dangers she faced as a princess and queen, her love of art and theater, and the peace and prosperity her diplomatic skills brought to her country.
Sweetness, one of eight orphans living with a man who is an unconventional housekeeper, learns to read, and writes an important letter to improve their situation.
From the age of seven when she became scullery maid in a castle, Molly has seen visions of the future which, years later, lead her and friend Tobias on an adventure to keep Alaric, the heir to the throne, safe from a curse.