Cover of Prince of darkness

Prince of darkness

A Medieval Mystery

by Sharon Kay Penman

Reading Level 7-8 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 13+

The text is written at a 7th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

Set against the rich backdrop of medieval England and France, this gripping tale weaves intrigue and secrets during the reign of Eleanor of Aquitaine. As royal power and hidden plots collide, the story unravels a mysterious challenge involving forged manuscripts and shifting loyalties. Journey through a world where history and fiction blend to reveal a captivating adventure of deception and courage.

Representation & Themes

HistoricalMysteryAdventureFamilySocial Justice

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 3 — Moderate
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Content Flags

Historical Conflict Political Intrigue Forgery Mild Peril
Data confidence: standard

Details

ISBN
0399152563
Pages
326
Publisher
Marian Wood Book
Published
2005
Type
Fiction
Word Count
101,734

Genres

Brittany (France)

Subjects

Eleanor, of Aquitaine, Queen, consort of Henry II, King of England, 1122?-1204 -- FictionDe Quincy, Justin (Fictitious character) -- FictionForgery of manuscripts -- FictionGreat Britain -- History -- Richard I, 1189-1199 -- FictionBrittany (France) -- FictionParis (France) -- FictionDetective and mystery storiesJustin De Quincy (Fictitious character)Eleanor, in fictionFictionHistorical fictionGreat Britain in fictionForgery of manuscriptsForgery of manuscripts in fictionHistoryFiction, mystery & detective, generalFrance, fictionEleanor, of aquitaine, queen, consort of henry ii, king of england, 1122?-1204, fictionDe quincy, justin (fictitious character), fictionGreat britain, fictionFiction, historical, general

People

Eleanor of Aquitaine, Queen, consort of Henry II, King of England (1122?-1204)

Places

Great BritainBrittany (France)Paris (France)