"Queen's Own Fool" by Jane Yolen tells the story of a young girl named Nicola, a talented fool and entertainer in the Scottish court of Mary, Queen of Scots. When Nicola becomes the queen's personal jester, she navigates the complexities of court life, friendship, and loyalty against a backdrop of political intrigue and danger. As Nicola uses her wit and humor to navigate the tensions surrounding Mary and her reign, she discovers her own strength and the importance of love and courage. The story blends historical fiction with themes of identity and resilience, offering a unique perspective on a tumultuous period in history. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is part of a book series called Stuart Quartet .

This book is aimed at children at US 5th grade+.

This book has been graded for interest at 10 years.

There are 400 pages in this book. This book was published in 2001 by Penguin Putnam Inc .

Jane Yolen has written almost three hundred books, many of them awardwinners. She lives in St. Andrews, Scotland, and Hatfield, Massachusetts. Robert J. Harris was born and raised in Scotland. He studied Greek and Latin at university and has had a varied career. He designed the best-selling fantasy board game Talisman and is the author of numerous short stories.