The Weight of the Crown

Name: The Weight of the Crown
Author: Fred M. White

The story follows the fortunes of the young Prince of Wales, Edward VII, as he struggles to come to terms with his role as heir to the throne. He is torn between his duty to his country and his desire to live a life of freedom and pleasure. The novel follows Edward's journey as he navigates the treacherous waters of court politics and the expectations of his family. Along the way, he meets a variety of characters, from the scheming Lord Salisbury to the beautiful Lady Randolph Churchill. The novel culminates in Edward's coronation as King of England, and the weight of the crown that he must now bear. It is a story of love, loyalty, and the power of the monarchy.

By Fred M. White · First published 1904 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Romance, Drama · 49 chapters · 85,483 words

First lines

The girl stood there fighting hard to keep back the tears from her eyes.

The blow had been so swift, so unexpected. And there was the hurt to her pride also.

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Work type: Novel
Author: Fred M. White
Date: 1904 CE
Language: English
Genres: Historical Fiction, Romance, Drama
Length: 85,483 words
Structure: 49 chapters, 2,725 paragraphs
Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)

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Historical Fiction — The book is set in the late 19th century and follows the story of a young man who is the heir to a throne, making it a historical fiction novel.
Romance — The book follows the protagonist's journey to find love and acceptance, making it a romance novel.
Drama — The book follows the protagonist's struggles with his identity and the expectations of his family, making it a drama novel.