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The Queen and I

Sue Townsend (1992)

SubgenreHigh Fantasy
Age groupAdult 18+
Content ratingPG
Pages (Standard (250-400))
Setting
CSM age13
Goodreads3.71

Content levels

ViolenceNone
Sexual contentNone
LanguageMild

Trigger warnings

Class Struggle

Protagonist archetypes

Fish out of WaterEnsemble Cast

Synopsis

A revolutionary British government orders the Queen to abdicate and the Royal family to vacate Buckingham Palace. Being rehoused on a council estate in the Midlands comes as a bit of a shock to Philip and Elizabeth. The intrusion of this family of "poshos" is a shock for their new neighbours too.

Is The Queen and I appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 13 and up.

This satirical novel explores class differences and social commentary through humor as the British Royal Family is forced to live on a council estate. The content is appropriate for teens and adults, with mild language and comedic situations addressing class and privilege.

What to know going in

This book has no graphic violence, no sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include class struggle.

Publisher age: Adult·Our content rating: 13+

Publisher ages reflect reading level; our rating reflects content maturity — they can differ.

Who'll love this

Teens who enjoy witty social satire and fish-out-of-water comedies will appreciate watching the Royal Family navigate ordinary life.

Tags

Satirical FictionContemporary FantasySocial SatireComedy