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The False Prince
The False Prince

Ascendance, 2012 by Jennifer A. Nielsen

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Description
In a discontent kingdom, civil war is brewing. To unify the divided people, Conner, a nobleman of the court, devises a cunning plan to find an impersonator of the king's long-lost son and install him as a puppet prince. Four orphans are recruited to compete for the role, including a defiant boy named Sage. Sage knows that Conner's motives are more than questionable, yet his life balances on a sword's edge -- he must be chosen to play the prince or he will certainly be killed. But Sage's rivals have their own agendas as well.
Age
9-12
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
342 pages
Book in series
#1
Why to read
  • Engrossing plot with exciting twists and turns
  • Detailed world-building that transports the reader to a new world
  • Meaningful exploration of themes such as identity, power, and survival
  • Strong, complex, and unforgettable characters