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Princess and Knights Set of 4 Childrens Picture Books

by Cornelia Funke

Book Details

Publisher:S Picture Books
Published:2003
Pages:32
Format:paperback
Language:English
ISBN:1904442013

Reading Info

Age Range:3-7

About This Book

Violetta is a princess. But she wants to be a knight. At night, she practises at becoming the best knight in the land. When her father, the king, stages a tournament for Violetta's hand in marriage, she knows she must win the greatest battle yet, for the most important prize of all - herself.

Our Review

This charming four-book collection follows a princess who dreams of knightly adventures, turning traditional fairy tale expectations upside down. Young readers will delight in Violetta's secret nighttime training sessions as she hones her swordsmanship and combat skills against stuffed animal opponents. The story builds toward a thrilling tournament where the kingdom's knights compete for her hand in marriage, creating genuine suspense about whether she can reveal her true abilities. This empowering narrative celebrates determination and breaking gender stereotypes through vivid storytelling that captures children's imaginations.

What makes this picture book series particularly engaging is how it balances fantasy adventure with relatable emotional stakes, as Violetta fights not for treasure but for autonomy over her own future. The collection excels at presenting positive messages about perseverance and self-belief wrapped in exciting medieval adventures complete with castles, tournaments, and royal drama. Children who enjoy stories about following their dreams despite expectations will find an inspiring heroine in Violetta, while the accessible storytelling makes these books ideal for both read-aloud sessions and emerging readers exploring chapter books.

Themes

Children's stories

Subjects

Children's stories