- Paperback: 256 pages
- Publisher: Andersen (5 April 2012)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 1849394075
- ISBN-13: 978-1849394079
- Product Dimensions: 19.6 x 12.8 x 1.8 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 93,356 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Plots, treason and drama!
Thomas dreams of becoming an actor, and when Shakespeare comes home to Stratford, Thomas's life changes forever!
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Thomas is desperate to join 'the players', he'll do anything to watch them perform, even skip school and risk a caning. But when Thomas's rule breaking gets him in trouble with more than just his school master, he has to flee his home and make his way to London. Here he meets his hero, Shakespeare, and his players. But behind the excitement of the theatres is a grimy world of deception, poison and treason. Will Thomas manage to uncover the plot in time? And will he manage to save Shakespeare from a fate worse than death?
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Format:Paperback
From page one I felt like I had stepped back into the 16th century. Barbara Mitchelhill has a created historical fiction dripping in atmosphere, bursting with vivid and detailed descriptions allowing us to see the world as William Shakespeare would have. You can tell that a huge amount of research must have gone into this book by the details concerning the Globe Theatre, the Queen's secret visits right down to the state of William Shakespeare's teeth.
I loved the way the author brought this period to time; the descriptions of life in school, the wall around London, really captured my imagination. The description of the bakery in Pudding Lane, really caught my attention and I came away wondering if what life really was like in London before the Great Fire of London.
The plot is absorbing, riveting and fast paced. You will find Thomas an excellent travelling companion as he perilously flees to London in search of fame and fortune. The characters are entertaining as well as hilarious at times. Alice was definitely the one I liked the most; such a fiery female character who would stand up to the most evil of villains. Mother Troute is comical, definitely a delightful addition to the story.
Just as I mentioned in my review of the author's previous book Run Rabbit Run, Road To London would make an excellent resource for the classroom. I believe any class studying Shakespeare would find this a useful addition to their learning. I am convinced that Barbara is a cunning magician, who cleverly masks historical detail with gripping plots, teaching children details of the past without them realising.
I loved the way the author brought this period to time; the descriptions of life in school, the wall around London, really captured my imagination. The description of the bakery in Pudding Lane, really caught my attention and I came away wondering if what life really was like in London before the Great Fire of London.
The plot is absorbing, riveting and fast paced. You will find Thomas an excellent travelling companion as he perilously flees to London in search of fame and fortune. The characters are entertaining as well as hilarious at times. Alice was definitely the one I liked the most; such a fiery female character who would stand up to the most evil of villains. Mother Troute is comical, definitely a delightful addition to the story.
Just as I mentioned in my review of the author's previous book Run Rabbit Run, Road To London would make an excellent resource for the classroom. I believe any class studying Shakespeare would find this a useful addition to their learning. I am convinced that Barbara is a cunning magician, who cleverly masks historical detail with gripping plots, teaching children details of the past without them realising.
Format:Paperback
I really enjoyed this one and am certain that confident readers will love it too. It would also make an enjoyable shared bedtime read for developing readers. The historical detail really brings the era to life: a child would learn a lot about the Tudor period by stealth as they enjoy Thomas's adventures.
Thomas narrates the story and his charming voice quickly endears him to us. We first see him in his normal routine: attending school, interacting with his family, doing his chores and, of course, daydreaming of an acting career and idolising Shakespeare. These familiar activities, although the details are very different to modern children's lives, will help contemporary child readers to relate to him as a young, ordinary lad with big dreams. He is rather naive and trusting, and this is highlighted more strongly once he meets and teams up with Alice, who is much more worldly wise. I really appreciated this dynamic, and the opportunities the plot provides for discussing gender issues. This is undoubtedly a book that will appeal to both genders, avoiding gender stereotypes and creating positive representations with believable and sympathetic characters.
The plot moves quickly, pulling us with Thomas and Alice into London as they dodge villains and struggle to survive. Characters are efficiently drawn and it is easy to feel you `know' even quite peripheral characters. The presentation of Queen Elizabeth is deliciously disrespectful and a shining example of Thomas's lively and realistically childlike voice.
Overall, I would definitely recommend this book to readers of around 8+ who enjoy adventure or are already interested in the Tudor period, Shakespeare or London.
Thomas narrates the story and his charming voice quickly endears him to us. We first see him in his normal routine: attending school, interacting with his family, doing his chores and, of course, daydreaming of an acting career and idolising Shakespeare. These familiar activities, although the details are very different to modern children's lives, will help contemporary child readers to relate to him as a young, ordinary lad with big dreams. He is rather naive and trusting, and this is highlighted more strongly once he meets and teams up with Alice, who is much more worldly wise. I really appreciated this dynamic, and the opportunities the plot provides for discussing gender issues. This is undoubtedly a book that will appeal to both genders, avoiding gender stereotypes and creating positive representations with believable and sympathetic characters.
The plot moves quickly, pulling us with Thomas and Alice into London as they dodge villains and struggle to survive. Characters are efficiently drawn and it is easy to feel you `know' even quite peripheral characters. The presentation of Queen Elizabeth is deliciously disrespectful and a shining example of Thomas's lively and realistically childlike voice.
Overall, I would definitely recommend this book to readers of around 8+ who enjoy adventure or are already interested in the Tudor period, Shakespeare or London.
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