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Synopsis
Determined to fend for herself in a world where only men have real freedom, headstrong Helen, who will be called queen of Sparta and Helen of Troy one day, learns to fight, hunt, and ride horses while disguised as a boy, and goes on an adventure throughout the Mediterranean world.
Is Nobody's Princess (Nobody's Princess #1) appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 10 and up.
This retelling of Helen of Troy's youth features a headstrong princess who disguises herself as a boy to gain freedom and learn combat skills. Mild action violence during training and adventure sequences with no graphic content.
What to know going in
This book has mild violence, no sexual content, and clean language. Content notes include sexism and gender discrimination.
Who'll love this
Readers will love following a brave princess who refuses to be limited by ancient Greece's rules for women and goes on exciting adventures across the Mediterranean.