Step inside Sapphire Palace, home to Princess Sophie and her family. The year is 1782. This magical mansion is filled with extraordinary rooms to explore. There is plenty going on and even more to play with. The queen is relaxing in the drawing room, the prince is taking a stroll in the gardens, the servants are cooking in the kitchens and Princess Sophia is trying on outfits in her bedroom – tonight there is going to be a banquet and a ball! If you take a look around – behind doors and inside drawers – you'll find lots of hidden treasures. Each time you look, you'll discover something new and there are mysteries to solve too.
Contents:
Palace plan; Who lives in the palace?; The Stables; The Kitchens; The Music Room; The Gardens; Princess's Bedroom; Banqueting Hall; Grand Ballroom; Back of the Palace; Answers to Puzzles.
Author Biography:
Jim Pipe graduated with a degree in Ancient and Modern History from Oxford University before teaching in Hong Kong. Back in England, he worked as an editor in children's publishing for several years. He is now a freelance writer and has written over 100 children's titles, including history, horror, graphic novels and fantasy books.