Soldiers of the Queen

By Harold Avery

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

In a world of make-believe battles and family ties, childhood games reveal the first steps towards a future shaped by duty, honor, and unspoken tensions.

Genres

Children & Young Adult Reading Fiction

Released

2009-07-15

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Summary

"Soldiers of the Queen" by Harold Avery is a tale set in what feels like the late 1800s, following the imaginative escapades of Valentine Fenleigh, his sisters, and their spirited cousin, Jack. The story begins by showing us the siblings deep in play, with toy soldiers amidst a cozy home life guided by their loving Aunt Mabel. These early games mirror their family's military ties, offering a glimpse into the expectations placed upon them. The story shows the relationships of the children, promising Jack's growth and the challenges that come as they face more serious life events and growing up, especially as Jack's place within the family hints at disagreements to come.