Victoria Princewill
The Diary of Sarah Forbes Bonetta: A Novel
The Diary of Sarah Forbes Bonetta: A Novel
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In this book, Victoria Princewill explores the life of Sarah Forbes Bonetta, an intelligent Yoruba princess from West Africa who became the protégé of the British Queen Victoria in 1860. She reimagines Sarah's life in England, telling the story of a girl living between two cultures and trying to create and assert her own identity.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 272 pages
Publication date: 16 February 2023
Publisher: Scholastic
In her captivating book, [Victoria Princewill] showcases her remarkable talent by crafting a compelling Victorian heroine that resonates deeply with modern readers, traversing the emotional heights and lows that are universally relatable.
The Daily Telegraph applauds this powerful retelling of the extraordinary life of Sarah Forbes Bonetta, an orphaned African princess who defied societal expectations and rose to become the cherished protégé of the British Queen Victoria. Set in the vibrant 1860s, the story revolves around Sarah, an intelligent and multilingual Yoruba princess from West Africa. On the eve of her seventeenth birthday, she is bestowed with the knowledge that her true name is Aina, a tribute to her lineage from the fallen Oyo Empire. With this newfound identity, Sarah embarks on a journey to navigate the complexities of life as a foster daughter, a protégé, and a young black girl in Victorian England. However, the weight of societal constraints and the absence of autonomy for individuals of her gender and race pose a constant challenge to her sense of royalty.
Victoria Princewill takes readers on a captivating journey as she reimagines Sarah's life in England. Through her storytelling, she delves into the experiences of a girl caught between two cultures, desperately striving to forge and assert her own identity. This marks the beginning of a thrilling new series from Victoria, which aims to shed light on the untold stories of real Black women born into royalty. With her captivating writing and fresh perspective, Victoria Princewill emerges as a highly exciting voice in the realm of YA fiction.
Weight: 192g
Dimension: 197 x 129 x 25 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780702311482
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