Based on a seldom-told true story, this novel is perfect for everyone who is fascinated by Britain’s royal family—a behind the scenes look into the nurseries of little princes and the foibles of big princes.
In April 1897, Charlotte Bill enters service into the house of the Duke and Duchess of York as a nanny.
She seemed grand even in her peacock satin day dress and three strands of big pearls clasped close around her long neck—a swan neck was how I'd heard it described. She seemed especially graceful and slender next to her big bear of a ...
She is excited, exhausted and about to meet royalty. . . . So begins the unforgettable story of Charlotte Bill, who would care for a generation of royals as their parents never could.
In April 1897, Charlotte Bill enters service into the house of the Duke and Duchess of York as a nanny. For decades, "Lala", as she is called, cares for her royal charges, some of which will rule, and one known as "The Lost Prince".
She is excited, exhausted and about to meet royalty. . . . So begins the unforgettable story of Charlotte Bill, who would care for a generation of royals as their parents never could.
No hiccups. No problems. No drama. But that was not to be. In the midst of danger and problems from all sides, Alastair has been tasked with hiring the royal nanny, a responsibility he dreads with every fibre of his being.