Families who loved A Proud Taste for Scarlet and Miniver by E. L. Konigsburg often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Reach for this book when your child is grappling with questions of legacy, reputation, or how different people can perceive the same person in vastly different ways. It is an ideal choice for a young reader who feels misunderstood or who is beginning to notice that history is often a matter of perspective. Eleanor of Aquitaine waits in heaven for her second husband, King Henry II, to finish his time in Purgatory. While she waits, she and three companions look back on her life as a Queen of both France and England. The story explores themes of feminine power, political savvy, and the complexity of human relationships through a witty, sophisticated lens. It is perfectly suited for middle grade readers who enjoy historical detail and sharp humor, offering a nuanced look at a woman who refused to be constrained by the expectations of her time.
