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emileereadsbooks 's review for:
The Secret Guests
by Benjamin Black
Thank you to NetGalley and Henry Holt Books for a free digital copy that I read in partnership with the audio.
I was very excited about the premise of this book. The Princesses of England squirreled away to Ireland during WWII to avoid the bombings of London. And I think the payoff of the story is quite interesting. After watching the Crown, this gives you more imaginary back story on the two girls and how they became the women they grew up to be. Especially Princess Margaret. If I was totally oblivious to the royal family, I would still find this an interesting book, but knowing even a little bit adds to the appreciation of the story.
By the cover and description, you may think this is a middle grade novel. I did. But from a content standpoint there is some adult material, so it is definitely for more mature audiences.
I always think Barrie Kreinik is an great narrator, but she was on point with this one. Her “Ellen” (Queen Elizabeth) accent was beyond excellent, and all the other characters in this story were fabulous as well.
I was very excited about the premise of this book. The Princesses of England squirreled away to Ireland during WWII to avoid the bombings of London. And I think the payoff of the story is quite interesting. After watching the Crown, this gives you more imaginary back story on the two girls and how they became the women they grew up to be. Especially Princess Margaret. If I was totally oblivious to the royal family, I would still find this an interesting book, but knowing even a little bit adds to the appreciation of the story.
By the cover and description, you may think this is a middle grade novel. I did. But from a content standpoint there is some adult material, so it is definitely for more mature audiences.
I always think Barrie Kreinik is an great narrator, but she was on point with this one. Her “Ellen” (Queen Elizabeth) accent was beyond excellent, and all the other characters in this story were fabulous as well.