On a school trip to Russia, thirteen year old orphan Sophie Smith and her two friends find themselves abandoned on a train. They are rescued by Princess Anna Volkonskaya and taken to her winter palace. At the palace they are told stories of lost diamonds and royal secrets.
Up until now, Sophie has always felt ordinary and not much cared for. She has longed for something wonderful to happen. Little does she know that the secrets she is about to learn will take her on an adventure of a lifetime.
The Wolf Princess had me up until the early hours. It's exciting, wonderfully evocative and beautifully written. I really cared for Sophie and her friends and was desperate to get myself on a plane to St Petersburg to join them!
It's a great read for girls aged 9 years plus, or for anyone wanting to be swept up in a snowy, Russian fairytale.
Read by Kate
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