Young Bees

Young Bess is the first book in Margaret Irwin’s acclaimed historical fiction trilogy about Queen Elizabeth I. This novel explores the early life of the spirited and intelligent Princess Elizabeth, known as Bess, during the turbulent reign of her father, King Henry VIII, and the dangerous years that follow. Rich in historical detail and courtly intrigue, Young Bess captures the struggles, ambitions, and emotional complexities of a young girl destined to become one of England’s greatest monarchs.