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Description
When her father, Robert the Bruce, becomes King of Scotland, Marjorie Bruce becomes a princess. But Edward Longshanks, the ruthless King of England, has set his sights on Robert and his family. Marjorie is captured and imprisoned in a wooden cage in the center of a town square, exposed to... read more
Summary
Marjorie is captured by the hated enemy of her father. Because Edward cannot get to her father he tortures her by hanging her in an iron cage above the town square. Daily she is tormented by those who hate her father. She is left outside to face the elements with no covering. The story is the... read more (warning: may contain spoilers)
Cast of Characters/Important People
- Marjorie: Daughter of the main rebel for Scotland. She is captured by Edward Longshanks and imprisoned in an iron cage in the town square high above for all to see.
First Sentence
Dear Lord, if it is not too much to ask, could you please send less wind and fewer turnips?
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Series
This is book 2 in the Stuart Quartet Series series.
Authors & Contributors
- Jane Yolen (Author)
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