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The Clockwork Queen

By Peter Bunzl

Adjectives

captivating historical adventurous intriguing

Genres

Historical Fiction Adventure

What is The Clockwork Queen about?

In 18th-century Russia, young chess prodigy Sophie Peshka faces a daunting challenge when her father, a grandmaster, is imprisoned by Empress Catherine the Great. Determined to rescue him, Sophie devises a daring plan involving a remarkable chess-playing automaton known as the Clockwork Queen. As she navigates the treacherous corridors of the Winter Palace, Sophie must outwit the Empress in a high-stakes game where her father's life hangs in the balance.

About the author

Peter Bunzl is a talented author and filmmaker from the UK. He is best known for his exciting Cogheart series, which is filled with adventure, mystery, and wonderful inventions. Peter loves creating stories about brave characters and imaginative worlds that inspire children to dream big and explore their own creativity.

Pages

128 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

Edition published

2022

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