The Executioner's Daughter
By Jane Hardstaff
An executioner’s daughter escapes the Tower—but who can she trust when secrets surface?
Genres
What is The Executioner's Daughter about?
Moss lives inside the Tower of London, where her father works as the executioner. Her grim task is to catch the heads of the condemned in a basket, but she longs to escape. When she discovers a hidden tunnel, Moss finds a way to freedom and begins uncovering secrets about her past. Pursued through Tudor London and along the River Thames, she must decide whom to trust as danger closes in and the truth about her family rises from the river’s depths.
About the author
Jane Hardstaff is a British author and television producer who enjoys bringing history and imagination to life. She grew up in Wiltshire, where she loved reading fairy tales and exploring the countryside. Her books include The Executioner’s Daughter and River Daughter, exciting stories inspired by Tudor London and the River Thames. Jane also enjoys art, nature and discovering fascinating details from the past. Her lively novels invite readers to step into another time and follow brave characters on unforgettable adventures.
Pages
355 pages
Reading age
Older Junior (10-15)
This edition
2014
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