
"Tower of Terror" plunges readers into the gritty, exciting world of Tudor England, following young Simon Tuttle and his father, a pair of street tricksters. When unforeseen disaster leaves Simon alone, he's forced to grow up fast, attempting to pull off a dangerous, treasonous plan his father concocted. This chapter book is perfect for children aged 8-11 who enjoy historical fiction blended with suspense and adventure. It explores themes of survival, loyalty, and the moral complexities of doing what's necessary to protect family, all wrapped in a fast-paced narrative with a touch of historical "gore" as promised by the author, Terry Deary, known for his "Horrible Histories" style.
Simon Tuttle and his Pa are tricksters struggling to make a living on the Tudor streets. When disaster strikes Simon must fend for himself, even if it means committing treason. But can he pull off his Pa's carefully concocted plan and should he trust his mysterious new accomplice? Find out in this Terrible Tudor adventure, it's got all the gore and so much more.