Catherine de' Medici "The Black Queen"

This title is suitable for ages 9 to 12 years. Dubbed the "Black Queen" of France, Catherine de' Medici came from one of the most powerful families in 15th-century Europe and, marrying into the French Royal Court, led an evocative and precarious life. This history details how Catherine, anxious to secure the prestige of her family, became the target of rumours about poisoning those who opposed her, was blamed for the St Bartholomew's Day Massacre, and reportedly dabbled in the dark arts. Gorgeous illustrations and an exciting narrative bring to life the woman who fought to keep her children in power but ended up blackening their names instead.