IN THE SERVICE OF THE QUEEN TESSA ARLEN

Discover the fascinating story of Marion Crawford, the beloved governess of Princesses Margaret and Elizabeth, the future Queen Elizabeth II. This "USA Today" bestseller draws the reader into a world of loyalty, dedication, and difficult choices.

• Scandalous story of a governess rejected by those she served
• Sixteen years of caring for the princesses
• Trust and love that connected Marion with Elizabeth and Margaret
• Dilemma of loyalty to the crown and the desire for personal happiness
• Engaging read for fans of "The Crown" series
• Year of publication: 2023

Marion Crawford, known as Crawfie, dedicated sixteen years of her life to raising and caring for Princesses Margaret and Elizabeth. She was close to them, loved them with all her heart, and enjoyed their trust. However, in May 1945, when Elizabeth fell in love with the Greek Prince Philip, only Crawfie expressed her support. The royal family did not accept this relationship, considering Philip an unsuitable match for the future Queen of England.

Marion Crawford found herself in a difficult situation, torn between loyalty to Elizabeth, who needed her support, and the desire for her own happiness away from the court. She had to make difficult decisions that would affect her future. Will she be able to reconcile her duties to the crown with her own aspirations?

Tessa Arlen masterfully captures the atmosphere of the British royal court in her novel, showing the behind-the-scenes life of the royal family and the dilemmas of those associated with it. The book "In the Service of the Queen" is an engaging story of love, loyalty, and dedication that will surely appeal to history buffs and fans of "The Crown" series.

Publisher: Świat Książki. Number of pages: 416. Binding: paperback. Format: 216x142 mm.