{"product_id":"robbie-and-alice-a-tudor-adventure","title":"Robbie and Alice - a Tudor adventure","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003eAlice and Robbie are forced to step fast towards adulthood and marriage in 1520s England, but unexpected opposition threatens their plans and lives. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e                                                            \u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e                              \u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 256 pages\u003cbr\u003e                              \u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 26 July 2021\u003cbr\u003e                              \u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: The Conrad Press\u003cbr\u003e                          \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAlice, a twelve-year-old girl from a poor family, is forced to marry Robbie, a fourteen-year-old son of a wealthy Bristol merchant family. Her father, Sir Lionel, and Robbie's father, are trying to convince King Henry to support exploration and enterprise in distant, newly discovered lands. However, an unexpected obstacle arises that puts their plans and their lives in danger.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe story takes place in 1520s England, a time of great change and discovery. Alice's family is struggling to make ends meet, and her father is desperate to find a way to improve their situation. He believes that by supporting exploration and enterprise, they can gain wealth and power.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRobbie's father, on the other hand, is more interested in maintaining the status quo and keeping his family's wealth and power intact. He is opposed to any kind of exploration or enterprise that might threaten their position.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs the story progresses, Alice and Robbie's relationship develops. They are forced to step reluctantly fast towards adulthood and marriage, and they must navigate the challenges of their newfound responsibilities.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe book is layered, lyrical, and atmospheric, and it captures the essence of Tudor England. It is a story that will engage and enthrall older children, young adults, and those of any age who like to adventure in Tudor England.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe story is also a commentary on the power of love and the importance of standing up for what you believe in. Alice and Robbie are forced to make difficult decisions, and they must face the consequences of their actions.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn conclusion, \"Alice and Robbie\" is a book that will engage and enthrall older children, young adults, and those of any age who like to adventure in Tudor England. It is a layered, lyrical, and atmospheric story that captures the essence of the time and the importance of standing up for what you believe in.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e                            \u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 226g                            \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 131 x 197 x 24 (mm)                            \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781913567859                                                      \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Antony Johnson","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":44095488688378,"sku":"9781913567859","price":7.92,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1ef2e2f3f16e6cd8fbef3b0f7354cd43.jpg?v=1637205254","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/robbie-and-alice-a-tudor-adventure","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}