Book Series · 7 Books

The Royal Diaries Books

In order from Cleopatra VII to Catherine.

The Royal Diaries series is a set of 7 chapter books by Kristiana Gregory, published between 1999 and 2006. Written for ages 8–13, most books run about 210 pages.

Cleopatra VII
Elizabeth I
Isabel
Victoria
Jahanara
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Cleopatra VII
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$1248
Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1999

Cleopatra VII

By Kristiana Gregory

A young Cleopatra fears for her life and dreams of ruling Egypt.

222 pages· 34,805 words· Est. 5 hour read
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Summary: Twelve-year-old Cleopatra chronicles her fears and aspirations in a diary as her father hides from threats. Amidst royal intrigue and danger, she dreams of one day becoming Egypt's queen. Will she survive the perilous path to the throne?
The complete set

The Royal Diaries Series

7 books · Published 1999–2006

Series
Sale price
$1248

Cleopatra VII

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1999

A young Cleopatra fears for her life and dreams of ruling Egypt.

Elizabeth I

Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 1999

Young Elizabeth navigates court intrigue and family turmoil before her reign.

Isabel

Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2000

A princess defies political schemes to choose her own destiny.

Victoria

Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2001

A young princess discovers her royal destiny.

Jahanara

Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 2002

A princess navigates political intrigue and opulence in 17th-century India.

Nzingha

Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 2003

A young princess confronts invading slave traders to save her people.

Catherine

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2006

A young princess's life unravels as she is thrust into a royal marriage and political intrigue.

Good to know

Common Questions

How many books are in the Royal Diaries series?

There are 7 books in the Royal Diaries series. It began with Cleopatra VII in 1999, and the newest book, Catherine, was published in 2006.

What ages are the Royal Diaries books best for?

The series is best for ages 8–13, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

The people

The Creatives Behind the Books

The authors and illustrators who bring The Royal Diaries to life.

01

Kristiana Gregory

Author
02

Kathryn Lasky

Author
03

Carolyn Meyer

Author
04

Anna Kirwan

Author
05

Patricia C. McKissack

Author

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