At Her Majesty’s Request
Overview & Summary
This biography reconstructs the extraordinary true story of Sarah Forbes Bonetta, a West African princess rescued as a child from a ritual sacrifice by a British naval officer and presented as a diplomatic "gift" to Queen Victoria, who became her lifelong protector and godmother to her children. Walter Dean Myers pieces the story together from a packet of Sarah's own letters he discovered in a London bookshop, illuminating both her singular life and the era's fraught racial attitudes.
Available Formats
- Hardcover
- Paperback
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Who This Book Is For
A great pick for Middle school students (Grades 6–8) studying History and Humanities. Helps students connect historical events with real human stories and broader perspectives.
Why CE Recommends This Book
Selected for Academic Enrichment & Readiness. Pushing slightly beyond standard classroom expectations, this title widens vocabulary, supports steady Lexile growth, and builds the academic rigor needed for advanced middle and high school courses.
