About the book
Long live the queen: The authors who brought you the New York Times bestselling My Lady Jane kick off an all-new historical trilogy with the classy, courtly tale of Mary, Queen of Scots—perfect for YA fantasy and romance readers.
Welcome to Renaissance France, a place of poison and plots, of beauties and beasts, of mice and . . . queens?
Mary is the queen of Scotland and the jewel of the French court. Except when she’s a mouse. Yes, reader, Mary is an Eðian (shapeshifter) in a kingdom where Verities rule. It’s a secret that could cost her a head—or a tail.
Luckily, Mary has a confidant in her betrothed, Francis. But things at the gilded court take a treacherous turn after the king meets a suspicious end. Thrust onto the throne, Mary and Francis face a viper’s nest of conspiracies, traps, and treason. And if Mary’s secret is revealed, heads are bound to roll.
With a royally clever sense of humor, Cynthia Hand, Brodi Ashton, and Jodi Meadows continue their campaign to turn history on its head in this YA fantasy ideal for fans of A Gentleman’s Guide to Vice and Virtue.
A shapeshifting queen, a perilous court, and a kingdom on the brink. What could possibly go wrong?
- Alternate History with a Magical Twist: Forget what you learned in class. In this version of Renaissance France, Mary, Queen of Scots, isn’t just royalty—she’s a mouse. (Sometimes.)
- YA Romantic Comedy: A royal betrothal is complicated enough without one of you having a tail. Follow Mary and Francis as they navigate treason, conspiracies, and their own inconvenient feelings.
- High-Stakes Secrets: As an Eðian in a kingdom of Verities, Mary’s secret could get her executed. When the king dies suspiciously, her secret becomes the least of her problems.
- Witty, Fourth-Wall-Breaking Humor: From the bestselling authors of My Lady Jane, this clever and hilarious tale is perfect for readers who like their history with a heavy dose of humor and a side of the unexpected.
Editions of My Contrary Mary
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780062930057
- EBook
- ISBN 9780062930064
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Long live the queen: The authors who brought you the New York Times bestselling My Lady Jane kick off an all-new historical trilogy with the classy, courtly tale of Mary, Queen of Scots—perfect for YA fantasy and romance readers.
Welcome to Renaissance France, a place of poison and plots, of beauties and beasts, of mice and . . . queens?
Mary is the queen of Scotland and the jewel of the French court. Except when she’s a mouse. Yes, reader, Mary is an Eðian (shapeshifter) in a kingdom where Verities rule. It’s a secret that could cost her a head—or a tail.
Luckily, Mary has a confidant in her betrothed, Francis. But things at the gilded court take a treacherous turn after the king meets a suspicious end. Thrust onto the throne, Mary and Francis face a viper’s nest of conspiracies, traps, and treason. And if Mary’s secret is revealed, heads are bound to roll.
With a royally clever sense of humor, Cynthia Hand, Brodi Ashton, and Jodi Meadows continue their campaign to turn history on its head in this YA fantasy ideal for fans of A Gentleman’s Guide to Vice and Virtue.
A shapeshifting queen, a perilous court, and a kingdom on the brink. What could possibly go wrong?
- Alternate History with a Magical Twist: Forget what you learned in class. In this version of Renaissance France, Mary, Queen of Scots, isn’t just royalty—she’s a mouse. (Sometimes.)
- YA Romantic Comedy: A royal betrothal is complicated enough without one of you having a tail. Follow Mary and Francis as they navigate treason, conspiracies, and their own inconvenient feelings.
- High-Stakes Secrets: As an Eðian in a kingdom of Verities, Mary’s secret could get her executed. When the king dies suspiciously, her secret becomes the least of her problems.
- Witty, Fourth-Wall-Breaking Humor: From the bestselling authors of My Lady Jane, this clever and hilarious tale is perfect for readers who like their history with a heavy dose of humor and a side of the unexpected.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is My Contrary Mary about?
Long live the queen: The authors who brought you the New York Times bestselling My Lady Jane kick off an all-new historical trilogy with the classy, courtly tale of Mary, Queen of Scots—perfect for YA fantasy and romance readers.
Welcome to Renaissance France, a place of poison and plots, of beauties and beasts, of mice and . . . queens?
Mary is the queen of Scotland and the jewel of the French court. Except when she’s a mouse. Yes, reader, Mary is an Eðian (shapeshifter) in a kingdom where Verities rule. It’s a secret that could cost her a head—or a tail.
Luckily, Mary has a confidant in her betrothed, Francis. But things at the gilded court take a treacherous turn after the king meets a suspicious end. Thrust onto the throne, Mary and Francis face a viper’s nest of conspiracies, traps, and treason. And if Mary’s secret is revealed, heads are bound to roll.
With a royally clever sense of humor, Cynthia Hand, Brodi Ashton, and Jodi Meadows continue their campaign to turn history on its head in this YA fantasy ideal for fans of A Gentleman’s Guide to Vice and Virtue.
A shapeshifting queen, a perilous court, and a kingdom on the brink. What could possibly go wrong?
- Alternate History with a Magical Twist: Forget what you learned in class. In this version of Renaissance France, Mary, Queen of Scots, isn’t just royalty—she’s a mouse. (Sometimes.)
- YA Romantic Comedy: A royal betrothal is complicated enough without one of you having a tail. Follow Mary and Francis as they navigate treason, conspiracies, and their own inconvenient feelings.
- High-Stakes Secrets: As an Eðian in a kingdom of Verities, Mary’s secret could get her executed. When the king dies suspiciously, her secret becomes the least of her problems.
- Witty, Fourth-Wall-Breaking Humor: From the bestselling authors of My Lady Jane, this clever and hilarious tale is perfect for readers who like their history with a heavy dose of humor and a side of the unexpected.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in My Contrary Mary?
Children’s, Teenage and Educational > Children’s / Teenage fiction and true stories > Children’s / Teenage fiction: Family and home stories
Where can I read a sample of My Contrary Mary?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780062930057
Who is/are the Author/s of the book My Contrary Mary?
Brodi Ashton, Cynthia Hand, Jodi Meadows
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
My Contrary Mary is available as paperback(ISBN 9780062930057) and ebook(ISBN 9780062930064)
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