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The Queen's Faithful Companion - by Eliza Knight (Paperback)

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  • From USA Today bestselling author Eliza Knight comes an endearing and vivid novel told from the unique multi-narrative viewpoints of a young Queen Elizabeth; Hanna Penwyck, the fictionalized Keeper of the Queen's dogs; and Susan, the Queen's Corgi, whose love and loyalty were boundless.A reigning queen...Elizabeth wasn't born to be queen.
  • Author(s): Eliza Knight
  • 368 Pages
  • Fiction + Literature Genres, Biographical

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From USA Today bestselling author Eliza Knight comes an endearing and vivid novel told from the unique multi-narrative viewpoints of a young Queen Elizabeth; Hanna Penwyck, the fictionalized Keeper of the Queen's dogs; and Susan, the Queen's Corgi, whose love and loyalty were boundless.

A reigning queen...

Elizabeth wasn't born to be queen. But when her uncle abdicates and her father steps in as king, everything in her life changes. There is one thing that never wavers, however: her endearing love of her Corgis--especially the new puppy Susan, a gift for her eighteenth birthday. Susan is by her side during Elizabeth's WWII service, falling in love with Philip and getting married, the death of her father King George VI, her accession to the throne, the birth of her first child, and the early struggles with running a country--an ever-present reminder to find the balance between self and crown.

A loyal servant...

Hanna Penwyck has grown up with her family in service to the crown. Awkward and shy, she has a connection with nature, animals--and the young princesses at Windsor. When she becomes the Keeper of the Queen's Corgis, her job is to maintain the health and wellness of those most prized companions. With their shared love of the dogs, the Queen can open up to Hanna and feel free to be herself, so that is a service she happily provides as well.

A faithful companion...

From the moment Susan became a royal dog, her duty was clear: To remind Elizabeth that she is more than just a queen, she is a human, and what matters is not just duty and honor, but connection, family, and unconditional and enduring love. Susan is the keeper of memories, of secrets. Through Susan we gain a dog's eye view of royal life, human relationships, and the heartwarming bond between a queen and her beloved companion.



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"This irresistible novel--anchored by the real-life dog who went on to be the matriarch of 14 generations of royal corgis--is a must-read. Utterly charming and packed with history, joy, duty, and destiny, The Queen's Faithful Companion shows us the heart of the royal family like we've never seen it before. An absolute delight!" -- Kristin Harmel, New York Times bestselling author of The Paris Daughter

"A queen bows to no one, but in this marvelous book Eliza Knight shows us that a certain queen will always bend a knee to her beloved Corgi. The transcendent bond between people and dogs comes alive on the page, and thanks to a vivid and well-researched origin story, readers will quickly understand why Corgis became a fixture in Queen Elizabeth's life. This heartwarming book proves that from keeper to queen, the devotion of a good dog makes every day a little sweeter." -- Victoria Schade

"Heartwarming and endearing, The Queen's Faithful Companion highlights Queen Elizabeth's life in a way never explored before - through the relationship with her beloved corgi, Susan. Told in part through Susan's perspective, this story is funny, adorable, and charming even as it pulls at your heartstrings. Eliza Knight has a gift for bringing historical figures to life in a way that is real and relatable, and her talents absolutely shine with this delightful read. "
-- Madeline Martin, New York Times and International Bestselling Author

"Knight brings a fun, refreshing spin that is often full of adorable descriptions of puppies. This novel is a dog- and royal-lover's dream come true." -- Booklist

"The Mayfair Bookshop is a moving, touching tale of a Bright Young Thing turned bookseller/author and her quest to find fulfillment, inspiration, and love in the chaos of the WWII home front. Eliza Knight brings Nancy Mitford to life as an appealing and uncertain young heroine in the days before she is burnished by fame and success--you cannot help but cheer her toward her destiny!" -- Kate Quinn on The Mayfair Bookshop

"A fascinating view of a pivotal moment in history told from the perspective of an extraordinary woman at the heart of it all. Filled with intrigue, heartbreak, passion, and daring, Eliza Knight beautifully celebrates the life and influence of Nancy Mitford. Vivid and unforgettable!" -- Chanel Cleeton, New York Times & USA Today bestselling author, on The Mayfair Bookshop

"Just as Adele Astaire received standing ovations for her performances, so too does Eliza Knight deserve to be similarly acclaimed for this book. I can't believe I'd never heard of this incredible woman and I loved how the novel shone a well-deserved spotlight on this less famous but exceptionally talented Astaire sibling. Bravo Eliza Knight--and please take a bow. You've written a showstopper of a story." -- Natasha Lester, New York Times bestselling author, on Starring Adele Astaire


Dimensions (Overall): 8.0 Inches (H) x 5.25 Inches (W) x 1.0 Inches (D)
Weight: .6 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 368
Genre: Fiction + Literature Genres
Sub-Genre: Biographical
Publisher: William Morrow & Company
Format: Paperback
Author: Eliza Knight
Language: English
Street Date: June 11, 2024
TCIN: 90775567
UPC: 9780063281011
Item Number (DPCI): 247-30-6720
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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5.0 out of 5 stars with 1 reviews
100% would recommend
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highly recommend this well-researched, tenderhearted book

5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
PhyllisE - 1 year ago
Thanks to NetGalley & William Morrow for a digital advance reader's copy. All comments and opinions are my own. I really enjoyed this book – it checked several of my boxes: irresistable, heartwarming topic, well-researched, based on fact, and even the book cover was engaging. Told from three points of view: Queen Elizabeth II (known to her family as Lilibet), her corgi Susan, and Hanna Penwyck, the (fictional) Keeper of the Queen’s dogs. The book begins when Lilibet is an 18-year-old princess and is given her first corgi by her father, King George. The author explains that she researched “many biographies, memoirs, articles, documentaries, videos, and news coverage from the time period, including traveling to London. My purpose in writing this book was to show that while she was a queen, Queen Elizabeth was also a woman and a dog lover, and I wanted to emphasize what a special bond she had with her corgis.” Mission accomplished! The special bond is beautifully described, and the chapters told from Susan’s point of view are both humorous and poignant. For example, Susan thinks: “I’m not certain why we dogs can sense those things. There’s something in the human-dog connection that makes us fully aware of our people’s feelings. It is a gift, for it tells us how to respond. It was as if the moment Lilibet touched me, a sense of calm filled her.” In addition to the relationship between Lilibet and Susan, the story compellingly tells of Lilibet’s life experiences: her engagement and marriage to Prince Phillip, her efforts to do her bit during World War II, her father’s health decline and eventual passing, becoming Queen, the birth of her children and juggling motherhood with work. Her relationship with her sister is also a factor in her life. She must deal with the media (including the paparazzi), be alert to her image, and always be aware that she would never be an ordinary person. The facts about the royal corgis were fascinating – they really did have their own bedroom, footmen, and chefs in addition to the Royal Dog Watcher. This is a tender-hearted book for those who enjoy stories of the Royal family, dog lovers, history buffs, and reading about the struggles of Queen Elizabeth to be a monarch as well as a wife, a mother and a friend. I highly recommend!
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